228th Aviation Battalion

The 228th Aviation Battalion was a United States Army aviation unit activated during the Vietnam War. Established in 1966, it was primarily equipped with CH-47 Chinook helicopters and played a crucial role in providing heavy-lift support, troop transport, and resupply missions for U.S. and allied forces throughout South Vietnam. The battalion was instrumental in numerous operations, including large-scale air assaults and logistical movements in challenging terrain. After its vital service in Vietnam, the 228th Aviation Battalion was eventually inactivated as part of post-war force reductions.