283rd MEDICAL DETACHMENT (DUST OFF)

The 283rd Medical Detachment (DUST OFF) is a distinguished U.S. Army aeromedical evacuation unit, originally constituted during the Vietnam War era. Renowned for its "DUST OFF" call sign, the unit provided rapid helicopter medical evacuation for wounded soldiers under dangerous combat conditions. Over the decades, the 283rd has deployed to multiple conflict zones, including operations in Southwest Asia, earning accolades for bravery and lifesaving missions. Its legacy embodies the Army’s commitment to the prompt and skillful care of casualties on the battlefield, often flying into hostile environments to save lives.