71st Aviation Co Assault Helicopter

The 71st Aviation Company (Assault Helicopter), originally constituted during the Vietnam War, was activated in 1966 to provide aerial support for ground operations. Equipped primarily with UH-1 "Huey" helicopters, the unit played a vital role in troop transport, combat assault, and resupply missions throughout the II Corps Tactical Zone. The 71st Aviation Company participated in numerous major operations, including the Tet Offensive and the Cambodian Incursion, often facing hostile fire and challenging flying conditions. Their exemplary performance earned them several commendations before the unit was eventually inactivated post-Vietnam.