142 Aviation Regiment (U.S. Army) White Coffee Mug

The 142nd Aviation Regiment is a unit of the United States Army Aviation Branch. Established on October 1, 1963, it is part of the U.S. Army National Guard and falls under the jurisdiction of the Kentucky National Guard. The regiment's primary mission involves aviation support for combat operations, airborne operations, search and rescue missions, and various other functions as required by the U.S. Army. It operates a diverse fleet of helicopters, including UH-60 Black Hawks and CH-47 Chinooks, which are utilized for transporting troops and cargo, as well as providing air support during military operations. The 142nd Aviation Regiment is headquartered at the Blue Grass Army Depot in Richmond, Kentucky, and its soldiers are primarily recruited from across the state of Kentucky.