5-501st Avn Regt

The 5th Battalion, 501st Aviation Regiment (5-501st Avn Regt) traces its lineage to the activation of the 501st Aviation Battalion during the Vietnam War era, serving as a key aviation support element for the 101st Airborne Division. Over the years, the battalion has provided essential aviation support, including assault, reconnaissance, and logistical operations in a variety of theaters, such as Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The 5-501st has distinguished itself through its adaptability and commitment to mission success, often operating advanced rotary-wing aircraft like the UH-60 Black Hawk and CH-47 Chinook. Today, the unit continues to uphold its legacy of excellence as an integral component of the U.S. Army’s aviation capabilities.