Aviation

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Army Aviators lead outstanding soldiers who possess some of the most highly technical skills in the army. An Aviation officer flies and fights in the most advanced aircraft in the world, operating across the full spectrum of Army operations as an essential member of the combined arms and joint teams.

Many different missions and assignments are available to Aviation officers. From conducting attack and reconnaissance, air assault and air movement, unmanned aviation systems and fixed wing operations, Aviation missions take place over vast distances and at great speeds. Aviation officers are vital to the coordination and integration of Army Aviation into Army and multinational operations, as well as special operations support.

All Aviation officers lead soldiers and Aviation units. Aviators may fly the OH-58D Kiowa Warrior, UH-60 Black Hawk, CH-47 Chinook, AH-64D Apache, as well as various fixed wing airplanes and jets and several special operations helicopters. Officers may also provide instruction at service schools and combat training centers.

For more information, please follow the link to the Aviation BOLC website.