106 Aviation Regiment (U.S. Army) Accent Coffee Mug

106th Aviation Regiment (U.S. Army) The 106th Aviation Regiment is an aviation unit of the United States Army, primarily responsible for conducting various helicopter-borne operations in support of ground forces. The regiment falls under the operational control of the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence and Fort Rucker in Alabama. The 106th Aviation Regiment operates a diverse fleet of helicopters, including UH-60 Black Hawks, AH-64 Apache attack helicopters, and CH-47 Chinook transport helicopters, among others. The unit's missions encompass tasks such as close air support, medical evacuation, troop transportation, reconnaissance, and air assault operations. The regiment's history dates back to World War II when it was initially established as the 106th Cavalry Group in June 1942. Since then, it has seen service in various conflicts, including the Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and more recent operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. The unit's legacy is marked by its significant contributions to military aviation and the successful execution of numerous combat and humanitarian missions worldwide.