7:159th aviation regiment

The 7th Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment is a unit of the United States Army Reserve, primarily tasked with aviation maintenance and support. Originally constituted in the late 1980s, the battalion has provided crucial sustainment for Army aviation operations, including support for UH-60 Black Hawk and CH-47 Chinook helicopters. Over the years, the 7/159th has deployed in support of major operations such as Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, ensuring the readiness and effectiveness of combat aviation assets. The unit continues to play a vital role in both domestic and overseas missions, exemplifying the Army Reserve's commitment to operational excellence.