23rd Special Warfare Aviation Unit

The 23rd Special Warfare Aviation Unit was established in 1987 to provide dedicated air support for special operations forces. Initially equipped with modified utility helicopters, the unit rapidly expanded its capabilities to include night operations, fast-rope insertions, and precision airdrops. Throughout the 1990s and 2000s, the 23rd participated in numerous covert missions across the Middle East and Central Asia, often operating behind enemy lines to extract personnel or deliver critical supplies. Renowned for its adaptability and high operational tempo, the unit remains a cornerstone of special warfare aviation within its nation's armed forces.