7:17 Air Cav

The 7th Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment (7/17 Air Cav) traces its origins to the U.S. Army’s longstanding cavalry traditions, with its modern roots forming during the Vietnam War. Activated as an air cavalry unit, the 7/17th provided aerial reconnaissance, security, and support missions using helicopters such as the OH-6 Cayuse and AH-1 Cobra. The squadron played a crucial role in numerous operations, including the Tet Offensive and the Cambodian Campaign, earning a reputation for bravery and innovation in air-mobile tactics. After Vietnam, the 7/17 Air Cav continued to serve in various capacities before being inactivated or redesignated as part of Army restructuring.