K16 Korea - C 3:159th AVN Reg

• Unique Location: K-16 Air Base, located near Seoul, South Korea, is one of the few U.S. Army airfields situated in the heart of a major metropolitan area, allowing for rapid response capabilities throughout the Korean peninsula. • Unit Designation: C Company, 3rd Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment (C 3/159th AVN) is known as "Dustoff," a traditional call sign for U.S. Army medevac units. • Medical Evacuation Mission: The primary mission of C 3/159th AVN is aeromedical evacuation, providing life-saving medical transport for U.S. and allied personnel across South Korea. • Modern Aircraft: The unit operates UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters, which are equipped for rapid medical response and patient care in flight. • Legacy of Service: The 159th Aviation Regiment traces its lineage back to the Vietnam War, where "Dustoff" missions became legendary for their heroism under fire. • Joint Operations: K-16 and C 3/159th AVN regularly conduct joint training and missions with Republic of Korea (ROK) armed forces, enhancing interoperability and alliance readiness. • High Operational Tempo: Due to the strategic location, C 3/159th AVN maintains one of the highest operational tempos for Army medevac units outside of combat zones. • Humanitarian Support: Besides military missions, the unit has supported humanitarian efforts, including disaster relief and civilian medical emergencies throughout South Korea. • Critical Role in Exercises: The unit plays a vital role in large-scale exercises such as Foal Eagle and Ulchi Freedom Guardian, simulating real-time medical evacuation under combat conditions. • Community Engagement: Soldiers of C 3/159th AVN are active in the local community, participating in outreach events and fostering U.S.-Korean friendship.