540 Aviation Group (U.S. Army) Color Changing Mug

The 540th Aviation Group is a unit within the United States Army Aviation Branch, specifically part of the United States Army National Guard. Established for its current role in 1986, it falls under the jurisdiction of the Michigan Army National Guard. Its primary mission involves aviation support services, which may encompass transportation, reconnaissance, medical evacuation, and other tasks as directed by higher command authorities. The group operates various types of helicopters, including UH-60 Black Hawks and CH-47 Chinooks. Notable for their service in multiple domestic and overseas operations, the 540th Aviation Group's activities are guided by the broader objectives of the United States Army National Guard: protecting the state, the country, and its citizens.