APRIL 29, 2022 - U.S. Army Garrison Japan firefighters took part in their first downed aircraft scenario in more than a year Thursday, as part of an effort to ramp up emergency training at Kastner Airfield. A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter, operated by two pilots and a crew chief from the U.S. Army Aviation Battalion Japan, simulated a crash landing that left its tail separated … [Read more...]
Honoring the Military Child
APRIL 28, 2022 — If you ever talk with Soldiers in an aviation unit, you will quickly realize that everyone seems to have a favorite helicopter. This includes Sgt. 1st Class John Stefanik, a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter repairer assigned to 404th Aviation Support Battalion, 4th Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, and his 9-year-old son, Aiden. During April, the Army … [Read more...]
Golden Knights Drop In on Future Soldiers
APRIL 28, 2022 - The Columbia Recruiting Battalion, in partnership with the 1st Battalion, 61st Infantry Regiment, hosted a recruiting event for future Soldiers. The event showcased the U.S. Army Parachute Team, the Golden Knights. The Knights are known throughout the Army as one of the most prestigious teams. To be a part of the Knights’ team, members have to learn how to … [Read more...]
Is the Army Reserve Calling You?
APRIL 27, 2022 – Graduating high school is a momentous achievement culminating in years of hard work and dedication. It also presents one of the most challenging questions many people will face in their life, “What do I do now?” Many high school students struggle with what they should do next, joining the workforce or going to college. However, there is another option that can … [Read more...]
U.S. Battalion Leads Multinational Force in Kosovo
APRIL 27, 2022 - The NATO mission in Kosovo involves bringing together military units from dozens of countries to work toward a common goal. These countries do not operate independently but rather as a single entity under a common command structure. One such command is the Maneuver Battalion of Kosovo Force’s Regional Command East, comprised of elements from the U.S., … [Read more...]