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12 TO THE FIELD

10 PEO Aviation Update By BG Thomas H. Todd III

12 Chief Warrant Officer of the Branch Update By CW5 Joseph B. Roland and CW4 David J. Stock II

14 Branch Command Sergeant Major Update By CSM Gregory M. Chambers

16 Reserve Component Avation Update 16 By LTC(P) Gregg Clark and CSM (Ret.) Charles Reisinger

18 128th Aviation Brigade Update By SSG Neil R. Smith

20 AMRDEC Tech Talk By David M. O’Brien, Jr., Ph.D.

21 Ask the Flight Surgeon By CPT Abigail Vargo, M.D.

22 SPECIAL FOCUS — Rotary Wing PM Updates 22 Apache Helicopter Project Office Update By COL Joseph A. Hoecherl with COL (Ret) Robin D. Cofer

28 Cargo Helicopter Project Office Update By COL Robert L. Barrie

32 Project Manager Non-Standard Rotary Wing Aircraft – Delivering Partner Capability By COL Steven B. Clark

34 U.S. Army Utility Helicopter Fleet Modernization Yields Operational and Readiness Gains 34 By COL William D. Jackson

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38 SPECIAL FOCUS - TRADOC Capability Updates

38 TRADOC Capability Manager for Reconnaissance and Attack (TCM-RA): Preparing Now for Multi-Domain Battle By COL Jeffrey W. White 42 TRADOC Capability Manager for Lift Update By COL Mark S. Levine 44 TRADOC Capability Manager for Future Vertical Lift Update By COL Erskine R. Bentley 42 46 FROM THE FIELD 46 Air Cavalry and the Aviation Restructure Initiative – A Year in Review from the Tactical Level By LTC Andrew M. Beyer 48 The Army Reprogramming Analysis Team: 25 Years of Transformation By Jason M. Juliano and Joseph S. Skarbowski

50 50 75 Years of Army Aviation - Combat Debut By Mark Albertson

DEPARTMENTS AAAA News AAAA President’s Cockpit...... 8 AAAA VP Chapter Affairs...... 52 Chapter News...... 53 AAAA VP Membership...... 56 New Members...... 57 AAAA Family Forum...... 60 53 AAAA Legislative Report...... 63 AAAA Scholarship Foundation...... 62 Army Aviation Community News Advertisers Index...... 64 Art’s Attic...... 70 Briefings...... 6 Calendar...... 59 Enlisted Aviation Soldier Spotlight...... 15 Hall of Fame...... 71 Industry News...... 64 In Memoriam...... 54 People on the Move...... 66 60 Spotlight...... 11

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Publisher / William R. Harris Jr. New Commander-in-Chief and an America that remains a steady beacon of hope for all mankind.” Editor / CW4 (Ret.) Joseph L. Pisano Sr. [email protected] Todd Takes Over as PEO Avn Director of Design & Production Anne H. Ewing [email protected] Web Edition / Trudy Hodenfield [email protected]

Contributing Editor / Mark Albertson PINEIRO A. PETTY OFFICER 2ND CLASS DOMINIQUE DOD PHOTO BY NAVY [email protected] President Donald J. Trump and Vice President Michael Pence flank Army Chief of Family Forum Editor / Judy Konitzer Staff, GEN Mark Milley, while observing the [email protected] 58th Presidential Inauguration Parade at the AFFAIRS PUBLIC AVN PEO TRACI BOUTWELL, ARMY PHOTO BY U.S. White House reviewing stand in Washington LTG Michael Williams (right), principal military Advertising Director / Robert C. Lachowski D.C., Jan. 20, 2017. More than 5,000 deputy to the Assistant Secretary of the Army [email protected] military members from across all branches for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology, presented the U.S. Army Program Executive Advertising Manager / Erika Burgess of the armed forces of the United States, [email protected] including Reserve and National Guard Office for Aviation charter to BG Thomas components, provided ceremonial support Todd III during a change of charter ceremony Marketing Director / Jennifer Chittem and Defense Support of Civil Authorities Jan. 11 at Redstone Arsenal, AL. In his [email protected] during the inaugural period. position as the Program Executive Officer for Army Aviation, Todd becomes the Army’s top VP Business Development / Sal D. Lucci SECDEF Hits the Ground acquisition officer responsible for the largest [email protected] Running procurement budget in the Army. He takes over from BG(P) Robert L. Marion who has Circulation Department assumed the duties of deputy for Acquisition Deb Cavallaro and Systems Management in the OASAALT, Debbie Coley Washington, DC. Elisabeth Mansson Barbara McCann Corey Stokes Last Flight of the Iconic Sue Stokes “Huey”

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[email protected] BRANTLEY BRIGITTE N. SGT. TECH. AIR FORCE DOD PHOTO BY Secretary of Defense James Mattis hosts his Editorial Address first “Top 4” roundtable after arriving at the 593 Main Street, Monroe, CT 06468-2806 Pentagon in Washington, D.C., Saturday, Jan. Tel: (203) 268-2450 / Fax: (203) 268-5870 www.quad-a.org 21, 2017. Also in attendance were Deputy Secretary of Defense Bob Work; U.S. Marine ARMY U.S. PHOTO Corps Gen. Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the The White Sands Missile Range U.S. Army Joint Chiefs of Staff; and U.S. Air Force Gen. flight crew poses for a photo in front of the Paul Selva, Vice CJCS. Almost immediately last Huey in the Army before it was trans- On The Cover after taking office the evening before, Mattis ferred over to the Louisiana State Police. issued a message to the men and women of UH-1 Huey, tail number 74-22478, made its the Defense Department stating, “Together final flight at WSMR, NM as a U. S. Army op- PAID ADVERTISEMENT: On the cover: SES with the Intelligence Community, we are erated aircraft Dec. 15, 2016. As confirmed is a recognized leader in training, system the sentinels and guardians of our nation… by the Utility Helicopter Project Office, it was modification, and integration of rotary wing, You represent an America committed to the the final flight for any National Guard, Re- fixed wing, and unmanned aircraft. Since common good; an America that is never serve, or active inventory UH-1, closing the 2010, SES has provided New Equipment complacent about defending its freedoms; book on that portion of aviation history. Qualification Training for Pilots, IPs, MTPs, non-rated crewmembers and maintainers in support of the UHPMO UH/HH-60M Fielding. More than 2100 students have Army Aviation Hall of Fame been trained at home station accumulating 2018 Nominations Now Open more than 27,000 flight hours. Caption All Award forms are available at quad-a.org provided by the advertiser.

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Your Voice – Loud and Clear

s you know, the four A pillars of our mission statement, to “Support the U.S. Army Aviation Soldier and Family,” are Networking, Recognition, Voice and Support. AAPI PHOTO BY BILL HARRIS

Last month we really hit the Voice Hosted by AAAA, members of the 115th Congress House of Representatives Army Aviation Caucus pillar hard on behalf of Army Aviation and their staffs are updated by top Army Aviation leadership on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017 at the Rayburn Building in Washington, DC. Pictured (l to r, front row) are co-chairs, Representatives Martha Roby, Soldiers and their Families. Mo Brooks, Rosa Delauro, and member, Marc Veasey. First, the Army Aviation Caucus that we have supported and hosted since its inception in 2011, met for the first vides predictable funding so industry Schoomaker, GEN Paul Kern, GEN time in over a year. Caucus meetings and the Army can properly invest ef- J.D. Thurman, LTG Roger Schultz, and had been delayed as the Army worked ficiently in acquisition and moderniza- LTG Frank Wiercinski. through recommendations from the tion. Co-chair DeLauro also expressed After an initial written statement Aviation Restructuring Initative and her complete support and concern for from GEN Keane was read to the the Commission for the Future Restruc- adequate funding to keep the indus- body, discussion again ensued at a high turing of the Army. The Caucus has trial base healthy and Soldiers properly professional level on training, equipping been reorganized with new co-chairs. equipped. Representative Veasey from and maintaining the current force with Rosa Delauro (D-CT-3), Martha Roby Texas also had great follow-up ques- a view to possible expansion. Like the (R-AL-20), and Tulsi Gabbard (D- tions for the briefers on unmanned air- prior day, these retired senior leaders HI-2) have joined founding chairman craft systems. left the room with a frank perspective Mo Brooks (R-AL-5) as co-chairs and There were dynamic discussions on current and future challenges facing we had our first meeting on Tuesday prompted by Chairman Brooks on the the Army and Army Aviation. January 24, 2017. possible impacts of the new administra- Bottom line is that AAAA is The Army Aviation leadership tion on future budgets. For some time af- looking out for Army Aviation Soldiers represented by MG Erik Peterson, ter the formal close, the over 40 congres- and Families by making sure that key Director of Army Aviation HQDA sional staffers present engaged in one on civilian and senior retired influencers G3/5/7; MG Doug Gabram, com- one discussion with the Army briefers. are plugged in and are fully informed of manding general of Aviation and All in all it was one of the best ever Cau- the daily challenges faced in everything Missile Command; BG John Evans, cus meetings and the members left with from combat to acquisition, logistics, commanding general of Army Special a much clearer view of what you need to and training. This is why AAAA is your Operations Aviation Command; BG succeed in your mission areas. Voice and one of the reasons you have Tom Todd, Program Executive Officer The next evening, January 25th, we told us you joined and remain members Aviation; and COL Tom Drew, deputy hosted the Senior Executive Associates of the strongest branch association commander of U.S. Army Aviation dinner. Outgoing chairman GEN Jack there is... AAAA! Center of Excellence, informed the Keane was unavoidably called out of We look forward to seeing you Members of Congress about the town and new chairman, GEN Scott in Nashville in April at the Annual current state of the Branch with special Wallace took the gavel. The same Summit!! emphasis on force structure, manning Army leadership that had addressed Above the Best! and training challenges and the ongoing the Caucus addressed this group of effects of past budgets on readiness. retired three and four star non-Aviator BG E.J. Sinclair, Ret. Congresswoman Roby remarked general officers. Associates in addition 32nd President, AAAA how critical it is that Congress pro- to GEN Wallace included GEN Pete [email protected]

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Publisher’s Note: For this Rotary Wing Project Manager special focus issue, the branch chief, MG William K. Gayler, has coordinated with the Program Executive Officer for Aviation, BG Thomas H. Todd, to provide the lead, “To the Field,” article. Getting It Right By BG Thomas H. Todd III U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY SHANNON KIRKPATRICK, PEO AVN PUBLIC AFFAIRS PUBLIC AVN PEO ARMY PHOTO BY SHANNON KIRKPATRICK, U.S.

viation Family, I was deeply honored to receive the The engineering development model UH-60V Black Hawk hovers above the runway as part A charter to become the Program Executive Officer of its successful initial test flight Jan. 19 in Meridianville, AL. The UH-60V is being designed for Army Aviation in January. I sincerely appreciate the to update existing UH-60L analog architecture opportunity to return to the tremendous team of more with a digital infrastructure to address evolving interoperability and survivability requirements. than 3,000 Soldiers, civilians and support contractors who make up this world class organization.

PEO Aviation and the Aviation coming combatant commanders across ecute the Army’s life cycle management munity owe a heartfelt thank you to the globe. But more than 14 years of for aviation weapon systems while get- BG Bob Marion for the truly out- continuous deployment and the asso- ting the most out of every dollar spent. standing job during his tenure as PEO. ciated strain have taken a toll on the For instance, the Apache Program Of- His leadership and vision during the fleet. Limited resources, unpredictable fice is on track to implement a multi- past four years will have deep and last- funding and changing requirements year contract across fiscal years 2017 ing impacts throughout the Aviation continue to place challenges on our through 2021 which will save over $425 Enterprise well into the future. ability to maintain the relevance of the million that would have been spent us- current Army aviation portfolio while ing single year contracts to purchase 244 Stewardship laying the foundation for continued remanufactured AH-64Es. It’s no secret that as a force, Army modernization. The Utility Program Office, working Aviation is stretched and stressed, yet At PEO Aviation we have been given with the U.S. Army Prototype Integra- it has been able to sustain an incred- great responsibility as the stewards of tion Facility, Northrop Grumman, and ibly high operations tempo support- very finite resources to effectively ex- Redstone Defense Systems successfully

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 10 February 28, 2017 completed the initial flight of the UH- 60V Black Hawk development model uNEWS SPOTLIGHT on 19 Jan in Huntsville, AL. This milestone was the culmination of a cockpit design and development effort that Army Aviators Work was completed on schedule, to the day, Maritime Tactics within 26 months of the original contract award. By MAJ Ian Benson and MAJ Erin Braswell These are just a couple of examples of the work taking place within the various Program Offices in collaboration with organizations across the Aviation Enterprise to meet current and emerging requirements. In this issue of Army Aviation magazine, the PM updates will give you a sense of the tireless effort the PEO Aviation workforce puts in to deliver capabilities to Soldiers every single day that continue to earn the ground commander’s confidence and respect through hard work, devotion, and in- telligent application of strategies. Looking Forward PEO Aviation, along with the rest of the Aviation Enterprise continue to execute effective programs that successfully remodify, upgrade, and ARMY PHOTO BY SGT ERIN SHERWOOD U.S. remanufacture existing platforms Two U.S. Army AH-64D Apache attack helicopters assigned to the 2-6th CAV, 25th Combat to increase the life of our aircraft’s Aviation Brigade launch eight “fire and forget” AGM-114L Hellfire Air to Surface Missiles relevance and survivability today, during a training exercise off the coast of Oahu, HI as part of the RIMPAC 2016 SINKEX with while addressing the requirements to the decommissioned Pearl Harbor frigate USS Crommelin (FFG-37) on July 19, 2016. transform and modernize the aviation fleet for tomorrow. Our top priority in PEO Aviation is the Soldier and ensuring they can 2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry AH-64s from 25th Combat Aviation execute the challenging missions they Brigade Task Force Saber participated in sinking a target vessel perform every day. as an exercise (SINKEX), part of the annual Rim of the Pacific Being a returning PEO Aviation (RIMPAC) exercises. The Navy provided a decommissioned naval alumni, I am very proud to say that my experience has been that when vessel that was anchored over 50 miles offshore and engaged by this organization has been challenged over 6 different Naval, Air force and Army platforms. The AH-64 to deliver capability, they get it right. conducted eight different engagements against the littoral target Maintaining that high level of success and validated the helicopter’s lethality not only on land but in the is imperative and I am confident that we will continue to effectively deliver littoral environment as well. capabilities that support our great Sol- Exercises like RIMPAC mark an increased emphasis within diers and that the Army remains the Army Aviation on the continued development and implementation world’s premier combat force. There is no better team in our Army of maritime tactics. As the environment around the world continues than the Aviation Team of Soldiers, to change it is paramount that our allies and partners understand civilians, support contractors and our the capability that Army Aviation brings to the fight no matter the industry partners, and I am proud and place. Training events like RIMPAC provide our branch with more honored to be a part of it. opportunities on a worldwide scale to highlight our multi-domain battle capabilities in the transitional area dividing littoral areas and coastal regions that have typically fallen outside of U.S. Army BG Thomas H. Todd III is the U.S. Army training environments. Program Executive Officer for Aviation located at Redstone Arsenal, AL.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 11 February 28, 2017 u Chief Warrant Officer of the Branch

Recruiting the Future Today By CW5 Joseph B. Roland and CW4 David J. Stock II

n order to provide no- I fail support to our nation and the warfighter on the ground, Army Aviation strives to access, train, and develop the best aviation warfighters in the world. COURTESY PHOTO BY JENNIFER PICARDO. COURTESY

When I first came on board last spring CW2 Sean Quillin, Charlie Company, 1st Battalion, 140th Aviation Regiment, greets Jeff Coleman, aviation instructor at Emerald Ridge High School, after landing his UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter on the CW4 Stock briefed me on an initiative school’s football field. His visit to the high school was part of a partnership with the school’s aviation for the branch to play a much bigger program which gives aspiring pilots the chance to talk to real pilots and sit in real helicopters. role in seeking out those civilians with the character and commitment we require of our aviation professionals. Civilian entries account for 25% of Officer Flight Training, commonly branch and later applied through the the overall aviation warrant officer referred to as “High School to Flight in-service board, but those years could accession mission, yet our branch has School” or “Street to Seat.” WOFT has have been spent as an aviator had I no formal process to actively seek out been around for over 30 years and has known about WOFT. The question and our nation’s best and brightest civilian recruited civilians with a clearly defined circumstances aren’t much different talent. Aviation’s current group of path to a warrant officer aviator career, today: how do we recruit and get senior warrant officers that accessed but we typically access just 25% of our the word out about WOFT? Can we through the Warrant Officer Flight annual requirement from WOFT. benefit by having younger aviators with Training (WOFT) program continue The majority of warrant officer more years of service remaining before to operate and excel in key positions. aviators are enlisted first, served retirement? It’s our responsibility as guardians of an average of seven years, and are Reaching Out this profession to ensure we actively approximately 28 years old when they seek out those young men and women submit their packets. Most warrant Aviation Branch has recently made with the character, commitment, and officers didn’t know about WOFT a deliberate effort to reach out and values to be a part of this warfighting before they joined the Army, and many inform the public about WOFT. In cohort. The following was written by say they would have applied for it from the summer of 2016, we established CW4 Dave Stock, one of our talented the start had they known. I am one of a U.S. Army Aviation booth in the warfighters who make this profession those warrants. Having no family in Education and Career Center at one of what it is today. the Army or the internet as a source, the world’s largest aviation expos, the Warrant Officer Accessions I walked into the recruiters’ office and Experimental Aircraft Association’s told them I wanted to be a helicopter Airventure in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Many of us know a warrant officer pilot. I was told that I had to be a During the event we had hundreds who joined the Army via the out- mechanic first and could apply to be of aviation enthusiasts stop and learn of-service program called Warrant a pilot later. I enlisted for a different about Army Aviation and WOFT.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 12 February 28, 2017 One of the visitors to our booth was as an Aviation Branch warrant officer. professionals, Special Operations per- college educated, loved aviation, held a Army Aviation has recently sonnel, and other low density MOSs private pilot certificate, wanted to serve coordinated our efforts with Aircraft should be aware of the requirements our country, and had never heard about Owners and Pilots Association and opportunities in Army Aviation. WOFT. Within just a couple months (AOPA), the world’s largest aviation Their education, training, and experi- the board selected this applicant and advocacy organization. AOPA has ence is valuable, and we’ll continue to he is currently in basic training. This an annual Aviation High School aggressively seek them out! is just one example of the excitement Symposium that provides a forum It’s been said that we are all Aviation we’ve seen since we started increasing and resources for aviation high school Safety Officers…well, the same can be our WOFT awareness events. There programs. In November 2016, Army said that we can all be warrant officer are more events planned in 2017 that Aviation distributed WOFT brochures recruiters. We will utilize our local units will bring the WOFT program to and spoke with numerous aviation and command chief warrant officers additional civilian aviation forums. high school principals during the to help facilitate greater execution Aviation Branch has also been symposium. Out of all of the aviation and maximize our reach. We will also reaching out to colleges and universities, schools, only one person knew of continue the Branch initiatives that are specifically those with aviation degree WOFT and all thought it was a providing positive results. With your programs. Many of these schools great option for their students. Army help, WOFT can transform from the have Reserve Officer Training Corps Aviation will be a featured guest during most unknown program to the most (ROTC) programs, but they know the 2017 symposium and will continue sought after program. Recruiting the very little about Army Aviation’s to inform educators about the WOFT future force requires a deliberate plan warrant officer accession programs. program and how it may benefit their of attack and it must start today. Our goal is to ensure that qualified graduates. Above the Best! applicants are educated on all Army While we’ve been making great Aviation accession programs and the strides to improve the awareness of our CW5 Joseph B. Roland is the chief differing career paths; one path focused WOFT program, we’ve also been seek- warrant officer of the Aviation Branch on leadership and command roles ing more in-service applicants, with with the U.S. Army Aviation Center of as a commissioned Aviation Branch a specific focus on installations with Excellence, Fort Rucker, AL; and CW4 officer, and the other path focused on unique military occupational special- David J. Stock is the USAACE Aviation specialized technical and tactical fields ties (MOSs) and skillsets. Intelligence Warrant Officer Proponent.

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Gaining and Maintaining the Edge on Aircraft Maintenance! By CSM Gregory M. Chambers U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY CSM GREGORY M. CHAMBERS M. ARMY PHOTO BY CSM GREGORY U.S.

aining the edge on aircraft maintenance and Soldiers from Company D, 1st Battalion (Attack/ Recon), 229th Aviation Regiment gather near a Gmaintaining aircraft maintenance proficiency takes unit AH-64D undergoing scheduled maintenance in September 2016 at Joint Base Lewis- leader engagement at all levels to be successful. McChord, WA.

More importantly, when we succeed so, I think we all want to fly airworthy Military Occupational Specialty at this as a branch, the branch and the and safe aircraft. (MOS) testing, I am not talking about Army succeeds. It’s our responsibility as senior the old SQT examination, but there In this month’s issue of ARMY NCOs and officers to train our Soldiers, is nothing stopping us at the unit AVIATION magazine, the focus is on specifically in their technical field as an level from developing our “your” own the Program Managers. I briefly talked Aviation mechanic. We all know the test. Most Soldiers thrive on learning, about them as part of the “Enterprise” a importance and the advantage of a well- sometimes they really want to know couple of months ago. Bottom line, our trained Soldier and a well-trained unit. where they stand in their own field. PM teams are the personnel and orga- Using aircraft maintenance whether it’s There is endless material out there to nizations that are responsible for getting scheduled or unscheduled is the best develop your own test. For example, us our new aircraft and managing those venue we have to train our Aviation a 15B supervisor could develop a aircraft throughout their lifecycle. Soldiers. I believe as a branch we are component identification test on an Once we receive those new aircraft making great headway on collective engine to ensure one, his Soldiers know it’s up to the operational units to maintenance tasks such as phases and what all the components are and two, maintain those highly sophisticated the removal and reinstallation of major the 15R and 15T knows what the machines. We all know that the ratio end item components on aircraft. These components are because that engine is between maintenance time and flight are great events to train Soldiers but on their aircraft. time is huge, meaning we will spend we need to continue to look at other Cross training between MOSs, al- hundreds more hours maintaining an means of training as it concerns aircraft though our branch has a lot of specialty aircraft than we will flying it. Rightfully maintenance. MOSs due to the complexities of work

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 14 February 28, 2017 required on our aircraft, there is no reason why we can’t cross train or at least edu- u Enlisted cate across MOSs. Cross training builds knowledge and proficiency and more im- Aviation Soldier portantly creates cohesive teams that can Spotlight work independently on their own. MOS Individual Critical Tasks List Each month we will feature a past AAAA National or Functional Enlisted or NCO Award winner (ICTL) as part of our ongoing recognition of the Best of the Best in our Aviation Branch. The CY 2016 proficiency; you can find these National winners will be featured in the April/May AAAA Annual Summit issue. ICTLs on the web in the Army’s digital job book for a given MOS. ICTLs at a minimum give a good reference of what tasks are important for a Soldier to know and how to perform them for their MOS at their current rank. For example, a 15T has 91 ICTLs as it concerns working on SFC James R. Lamping the UH-60 aircraft. Although ICTLs are Company C, 1st Battalion, very MOS specific and are macro in size per task, one task can be selected to train 160th Special Operations Aviation multiple Soldiers. Additionally, Soldiers Regiment (Airborne) need to understand general aviation Fort Campbell, Kentucky tasks in order to complete an ICTL successfully. Junior leaders can also use 2015 Rodney J.T. Yano ICTLs to set up training opportunities, Noncommissioned Officer of the Year but probably the best thing ICTLs do for Sponsored by Lockheed Martin Corporation a junior leader is it gives them the ability to track progression and experience. And, if leaders track experience that can be passed onto gaining units. Condition Based Maintenance (CBM), although not an individual train- SFC James R. Lamping’s performance ing opportunity or a method to measure in 2015 as a Platoon Sergeant has been

experience or progression, CBM offers a AAPI FILE PHOTO great method for Soldiers to learn how a nothing short of amazing. He has served as particular system works on their aircraft. When Soldiers understand how a com- a forward deployed noncommissioned officer in charge, responsible for the ponent works, interacts with the aircraft welfare of 26 Soldiers. During this time he also oversaw the withdrawal of and what the component is comprised of, the Soldier becomes a better techni- Charlie Company, 1-160th SOAR (A)’s enduring presence in Afghanistan, a cian. Aviation Soldiers that become bet- feat that required superb attention to detail with property accountability. ter technicians become better trouble- shooters, they become better inspectors and they become better trainers. Outside of scheduled aircraft main- As a true testament to his leadership abilities he was awarded the Distinguished tenance actions, there are numerous Flying Cross for heroism as a fully mission qualified (FMQ) nonrated crew ways junior leaders can train their Sol- diers on their assigned aircraft. Again, member. While serving stateside his outstanding, dedicated leadership was the Program Manager provides us the aircraft, it’s up to us to maintain it and still evident. Always with the future of the Night Stalkers on his mind he was keep it combat ready, because at the responsible for four promotions within his platoon and seven aviation readiness end of the day, that’s what we do in our Army as an Aviation maintainer. level progressions, thus building combat power for the Regiment and more Above the Best! CSM Chambers importantly the ground force. Further, he oversaw the divestment of 13 MH- [email protected] 60Ls worth in excess of $346 million and did so with zero loss of equipment.

CSM Gregory M. Chambers is the command sergeant major of the Aviation Branch and the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Rucker, AL.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 15 February 28, 2017 u Reserve Components Aviation Update

Happy New Year! This month’s contribution comes from one of the Army National Guard’s premiere training schools of excellence, the Eastern Army National Guard Aviation Training Site, or “EAATS” as it is commonly known. This graduate-level school trains on both current and legacy systems, and is capable of providing additional (surge) capacity to meet Army Aviation training requirements. My personal thanks to the EAATS Commander, LTC(P) Gregg Clark for submitting this well written article and for sharing the great work his team does each and every day on behalf of our aviation enterprise. COL Davis

Eastern Army National Guard (ARNG) AviationTraining Site Achieves Major Milestones By LTC(P) Gregg Clark and CSM (Ret.) Charles Reisinger

ast year, the Eastern ARNG Aviation L Training Site (EAATS) achieved two major milestones – training and graduating the 10,000th enlisted Soldier; and breaking ground on the new Aviation Maintenance Instruction Building (AMIB) at Ft. Indiantown Gap, PA. NATIONAL GUARD PHOTO BY SSG BROCK LICHTENFELS, EASTERN AATS EASTERN GUARD PHOTO BY SSG BROCK LICHTENFELS, NATIONAL SFC Sean Merrill, an instructor at the Eastern ARNG Aviation Training Site, discusses the Black Hawk primary servo with a class. In April 1989, National Guard Aviation determined the need to start enlisted training at the EAATS. The first course, the Observation Helicopter Repairer Familiarization Course and three Chinook training devices (two of which are CH- (NGB-67V-6), had only 4 students. That first year, the EAATS 47F trainers) supporting National Guard enlisted mainte- trained 19 enlisted students. nance training. Additionally, the EAATS trains the UH-60 In 1993, NGB realigned the EAATS and the Western Aircraft Standardization Instructor Course (ASIN1) and the ARNG Aviation Training Site (WAATS) missions. The EAATS CH-47 Enlisted Flight Engineer Course (NGB-EFEC). As new focus was cargo and utility mission training, so the Ob- well as training National Guard, Active Duty, and Reserve servation Helicopter mission moved to the WAATS. Through Component Soldiers, the EAATS conducts enlisted training 1993, the EAATS graduated 440 enlisted students, primarily in through foreign military sales and an exchange program with the Observation Helicopter mission. During the same year, the the Logistic Assistance Representative (LAR) University at EAATS received its first accreditation as a Reserve Component Corpus Christi Army Depot. Training Institute. As the enlisted training demand increases for the Army After 1993, the EAATS enlisted training mission expanded Aviation Enterprise, the EAATS is preparing for even more quickly – the program graduated 555 enlisted students through growth in 15T and 15U training. The training site will transi- 11 programs of instruction (POIs) in 1994 and reached an an- tion its maintenance training into the AMIB during the 3rd nual high of 935 enlisted graduates, in 22 POIs, during 1995. QTR FY17. Additionally, the EAATS will accept two BH- This included the beginning of UH-60 training for the Na- MT-M in the 2nd & 3rd QTR this year to expand its UH-60 tional Guard, where the EAATS trained 80 students with a training to the M-Model Additional Skill Identifier (ASIA9). New Equipment Training Team (NETT). The new building will house eleven maintenance trainers, con- In 1996, the EAATS transitioned to Total Army School Sys- tain five new state-of-the-art classrooms, and support at least tem (TASS) POIs, increasing the overall length of courses and 15 POIs at the EAATS. instructor to student contact hours. This change provided better The EAATS is well postured to continue providing the training for all Army aviation enlisted maintainers; however, the best aviation enlisted training in the world. The philosophy increased training requirements necessitated additional hands- is simple – safety first, treat Soldiers as professionals, elimi- on practical exercises through maintenance training devices or nate distracters, and train using the most modern technology, actual aircraft dedicated to maintenance training. It was not un- equipment, and information available. til 2001 and 2002 respectfully that the EAATS received its first Training for Excellence – ABOVE THE BEST! two Black Hawk Hardware Maintenance Trainers (BHMT) to support UH-60A/L (15T) training; and in 2007, the training COL J. Ray Davis is the chief of the Army National Guard Avia- site received the first Chinook Hardware Maintenance Trainer tion and Safety Division located in Arlington, VA. LTC(P) Gregg (CHMT) to support CH-47D (15U) training. Clark is the commander of the Eastern AATS; CSM (Ret.) Charles Today, the EAATS has six Black Hawk training devices Reisinger is a former command sergeant major at the Eastern AATS.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 16 February 28, 2017 ARMY AVIATION Magazine 17 February 28, 2017 u 128th Aviation Brigade Update

This issue, SSG Smith from our Course Management Office provides a glimpse at the latest technology trainer for Apache maintainers at your school house. “Above the Best!” COL Smith, Commander PM-TRADOC Collaboration – A Thing of Beauty By SSG Neil R. Smith

he mission of Army T Aviation is constantly evolving. With the evolution in tactics, techniques and procedures, comes training technological evolution. U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY SSG NEIL R. SMITH ARMY PHOTO BY SSG NEIL R. U.S. The L-7AY Multiplex, Avionics, Visionics, Weapons, Electrical Systems Trainer (MAVWEST) during acceptance testing at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA.

For more than a decade, the AH-64D trainer was delivered to the instructors shoot, replace a component and finish Apache Longbow has been the U.S. who train Apache armament in Alpha it all off with running the maintenance Army’s premier attack helicopter and Company, 1-210th Avn. Regt. during operational checks. has performed outstandingly. In the the second quarter of 2016. The L-7AY The MAVWEST system consists of normal evolution of technology, this Multiplex, Avionics, Visionics, Weap- three major components; the Instructor tried and true warrior is being replaced ons, Electrical Systems Trainer, or Operating System (IOS), the Mobile by the latest attack helicopter, the MAVWEST for short, is a crew station Power Supply Unit (MPSU), and the AH-64E. It is still an Apache and and subsystem simulation airframe. It L-7AY trainer itself. The IOS is housed the Echo model will comfortably slip is a dual military occupational specialty in a tower cabinet and contains all the into the place of the Delta model as trainer in that it is equipped to accom- software used to run the simulations the world’s most advanced, multi-role modate both the 15Y, Apache Arma- and training scenarios. The MPSU combat helicopter, just adding to the ment/Electrical/Avionics Repairer looks and functions just like the foundation and legacy that was built by and 15R, Apache Repairer. The MA- Aviation Ground Power Unit (AGPU). the Apache airframes preceding it. VWEST is an operational device that The design of the device enables To accommodate this transition, the simulates the AH-64E production air- connectors to the MPSU, whether it be maintenance training devices need to craft operational systems, and is used to electric or hydraulic, to be attached to keep pace. The L-7AY is an AH-64E train system familiarization, fault isola- the airframe and function as if it were Apache training device which was de- tion, remove-and-install components, an actual Apache and AGPU setup. veloped and built under contract to the and systems trouble-shooting proce- The equipment is designed to be the Apache Program Management Office dures. This training device provides the most advanced, realistic maintenance (PMO) by Logistics Services Interna- ability to simulate an aircraft fault, do training platform in the military. The tional (LSI). The first edition of this the initial analysis, move to trouble- trainer itself is built into an actual

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 18 February 28, 2017 AH-64E so you get the look and feel of a real aircraft. There is also sound pumped through the training device adding to the realism. For instance, when you press the button to start the REGISTER Auxiliary Power Unit, the sound of an APU coming on line is heard. The L-7AY supports 326 fault TODAY! isolation procedures (FIPS) over 27 major aircraft systems. These major Ticket Sales and Seating Requests Deadline 3/31. systems include; the weapon systems, There will be no onsite ticket sales. communications as well as the airframe structure. There are 97 Maintenance Operational Checks embedded into the Be a part of the largest annual gathering software so that way the student Soldier of the Army Aviation Community! can run a complete systems check and see if the fault they have been chasing will actually return the aircraft or system Hall of fame InductIon Banquet to operational status. The software Formal Event — Thursday, April 27 is set up to mimic the processes and procedures of the E Model AH-64 and works in tandem with the Interactive Electronic Technical Manual to provide the students with a realistic training environment. When the trainee selects a button on the Multipurpose Display, it reacts just same as a real aircraft would. Simulation this authentic will better prepare the trainee for actual field work when they arrive at their units. LSI has also developed the L-7AY trainer with many additional maintenance procedures. For instance, the trainer will allow the 15Y trainees to perform a full CBHK of all weapons SoldIer apprecIatIon dInner concert and sighting systems. The 15Rs have the Casual Event — Friday, April 28 ability to perform hydraulic servicing and flight control rigging as well. I had the privilege of being a member from the 128th Aviation Brigade that Featuring did the initial testing, refining and final acceptance tests of the trainer during its build. The team completed over 1,500 individual tests during the Josh product acceptance testing. The L-7AY AH-64E Trainer is Turner the most advanced and complete maintenance training device on the Sponsored by market. With its design, functions and Bell Helicopter adaptability this amazing machine will effectively be training the future of Army Aviation Attack maintainers for many years to come. 2017 Army AviAtion mission solutions summit SSG Neil R. Smith is assigned to the Course Management Office of 1st Bn., 210th Avn. April 26-28 l nashville, tn Regt., 128th Aviation Brigade at Joint Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Convention Center l Sponsored by AAAA Base Langley-Eustis, VA. He is a fifteen year Army combat veteran who has been a 68/15Y his entire career with three tours to quad-a.org/17summit - #17summit Iraq and two to Afghanistan.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 19 February 28, 2017 u AMRDEC Tech Talk

Flight Performance – Keeping Pace with Updated Technology By David M. O’Brien, Jr., Ph.D.

uring the height (OEM) provide the flight performance of the wars in impact deltas. While the major OEMs D have the capability to provide these the Middle East, Army numbers, smaller contractors may not have an engineer qualified to perform Aviation aircraft were the necessary analysis. AED also has being upgraded at a rapid the engineering capability to estimate the flight performance impacts of a pace to counter existing new piece of equipment. In the case of OEM provided numbers, AED uses its and evolving threats. in-house capability to perform an independent estimate. When the contract does not provide flight performance impacts, AED uses its engineering ca-

USASOC PHOTO pability to estimate the impact through Even though the troop levels have MH-47 Chinook showing examples of large analysis. In such cases, AED will typi- drawn down from the peak levels in external equipment. cally use two independent estimates as the early 2000s, new threats continue quality assurance of the guidance pro- to emerge, and our existing aviation vided to the pilot through the AWR. platforms continue to evolve to better So you may be asking, “What’s the counter those threats. In this article impact on the flight performance. Most big deal? The AWR for this new widget we take a closer look at how new and/ of the time it will simply be an increase says I should add 1.0 square foot of flat or upgraded equipment can affect the in drag, but larger items may also have plate drag area. Is that really going to flight performance of your aircraft. an effect on helicopter download. change the performance of my aircraft?” In the Operator’s Manual, you’ll The Airworthiness Release (AWR) The answer is “Yes, but it is going to be find the vehicle flight performance covering a piece of equipment will a small, likely imperceptible change.” in Chapter 7. This chapter contains provide guidance on how to account for The bigger question is how many small numerous charts and tables that are any changes to the flight performance changes from the baseline does it take to derived from flight test data measured characteristics. equal a more noticeable change? There on a baseline aircraft configuration. is no hard and fast rule, but if you have a However, there is a good chance that you Determining Flight couple of small changes from the base- aren’t flying the baseline configuration, Performance line, you may start to notice a decrease so there are probably some adjustments The Aeromechanics Division of in flight performance, particularly at that you need to make. Depending on the Aviation Engineering Director- higher speeds, since drag is proportional your particular aircraft, the operator’s ate (AED) uses multiple methods for to velocity squared. As drag increases on manual will handle configuration determining the flight performance your aircraft, you may find that a few changes in different ways. Some impact on a new/upgraded piece of knots have been shaved off of your top provide multiple sets of performance equipment. Naturally, the most prefer- speed or that you are burning off fuel at charts covering the most common able method is to perform a back-to- a faster rate when flying at your typical configurations, while others will provide back flight test with and without the cruise speed. Likewise, if you have any some form of correction to apply to the new piece of equipment to determine items that increase download, then you baseline charts. the performance change, or “delta” as are going to find that your payload capa- Although, the operator’s manual will we engineers like to say. As you might bility has decreased. cover many possible configurations, guess, this is not always practical, espe- you may find that you still have one or cially for small items. It will typically Dr. David M. O’Brien, Jr. is an aerospace more piece(s) of equipment that aren’t require a large change like a new en- engineer in the Aeromechanics Division accounted for in the aircraft operator’s gine IR suppressor or large sensor pod of the Aviation Engineering Directorate, manual. Generally speaking, any piece to justify a flight performance test. The U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Research, of equipment that is attached to the next most preferable method is to have Development, and Engineering Center at outside of the vehicle will have some the original equipment manufacturer Redstone Arsenal, AL.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 20 February 28, 2017 u Ask the Flight Surgeon

By CPT Abigail Vargo, M.D. include nausea, breast tenderness, bloat- Birth Control ing, and mood changes. Irregular spot- ting or bleeding is common during the first few months and after missing a pill. Doc, I want to get a prescription for birth control. Since estrogen increases the risk of de- What are my options while on flight status? veloping blood clots, individuals with Q: risk factors for clotting (tobacco use, are greater than 35 years old, or have a history of blood clots or cancer) should FS: Prescription birth control is safe major consideration should be your abil- talk with their provider before starting. and considered a Class 2A medication – ity to use a given method both correctly Progestin-only pills (Micronor, Camila, it must be prescribed by a physician and and consistently to remain effective. Errin, and Jolivette) do not contain es- reported on the annual flight physical. Intrauterine Devices (IUDs) – trogen, and they provide the same ef- a ficacy as combination pills if taken at Estrogen or progesterone preparations healthcare provider must place IUDs do not require a waiver when used solely the same time every day. Progestin-only into the uterus. You may need a tempo- pills do not increase the baseline risk of for contraception or hormone replace- rary down-slip if pain medications are ment following menopause or hysterec- developing a blood clot. required to control the discomfort fol- Skin Patches – tomy. There are many effective methods lowing placement. There are two types Patches contain the to prevent pregnancy. Choosing a meth- of IUDs: copper-containing (ParaGard) same hormones as the combination od can be difficult, but considerations and progestin-releasing (Mirena, Liletta, birth control pills and have similar side should include your ability to use the Skyla). The copper-containing IUD in- effects. Place a new patch on the skin method correctly and consistently, future terferes with both sperm transport and weekly for three weeks, then leave off pregnancy plans, side effects and cost. fertilization of an egg to prevent preg- for one week. Which birth control methods nancy and is effective for up to 10 years. Vaginal Ring – The NuvaRing (etono- are most effective? The copper IUD may cause longer, gestrel/ethinyl estradiol) is a flexible, heavier bleeding and more cramping. plastic ring, which slowly releases estro- If used correctly and consistently, Progestin-releasing IUDs are effective most hormonal birth control methods gen and progestin, and has similar side for 3-5 years and work by altering the effects to OCPs. One ring is placed in are greater than 99% effective. However, uterus and cervical mucous to prevent the effective rate can vary widely with the vagina for three weeks, followed by a fertilization. Lighter or absent periods week with the ring removed. different methods due to user error or are common, along with less cramping. forgetting to take medicines as pre- In summary, it is important to dis- Birth Control Implant – scribed. Barrier methods used at or near The cuss all your birth control options with a the time of sex (i.e. condom, diaphragm) Nexplanon (etonogestrel) implant is ef- healthcare provider to determine which tend to be less effective than other fective for 3 years. It is a soft, flexible, method will be best for you. If you have methods due to the increased potential 4cm by 2mm implant inserted in the in- a procedure or get a prescription from a for inconsistent or improper use. The ner, upper arm by a healthcare provider. provider other than your flight surgeon, Depo-Provera (medroxyprogesterone) The implant slowly releases a hormone you must contact them before returning injection, contraceptive patch, oral con- into the body to prevent pregnancy. A to flight duties as well as report these at traceptive pills (OCP), and contraceptive common side effect is irregular bleeding. each clinic visit. Stay safe! Dr. Vargo vaginal ring also need to be used consis- Injectable Birth Control – Depo- tently to remain effective. Intrauterine Provera (medroxyprogesterone) is a Questions? devices, implants, or surgery (i.e. vasec- long-lasting progestin hormone, inject- If you have a question you would like tomy, hysterectomy, and tubal ligation) ed deep into a muscle (buttock or up- do not require the user to take any ac- addressed, email it to AskFS@quad-a. per arm) once every three months and org; we’ll try to address it in the future. tions before sex and can be the most reli- used for up to two years. During the first able methods, especially for forgetful us- See your unit flight surgeon for your three to six months, periods may be ir- personal health issues.The views and ers. With “typical” use the success rate of regular and prolonged, but periods may these methods ranges between 91-94%, opinions offered are those of the author cease for up to 50% of women after one and researchers and should not be con- but all potentially remain >99% effective year of use. when used exactly as prescribed. strued as an official Department of the Oral Contraceptive Pills (OCPs) – Army position unless otherwise stated Which method will be right for Most OCPs contain a combination of me? two hormones: progestin and estrogen. No method is perfect; you should OCPs are very effective when taken as CPT (Dr.) Abigail Vargo is a flight sur- discuss the advantages and disadvantag- prescribed. Side effects typically im- geon at the U.S. Army School of Aviation es of each with your flight surgeon. A prove with consistent daily use and may Medicine, Fort Rucker, AL.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 21 February 28, 2017 Special Focus u Rotary Wing PM Updates

Apache Helicopter Project Office Update By COL Joseph A. Hoecherl with COL (Ret) Robin D. Cofer

t the end of 2016, the Army took of Apache Multiyear will result in over AH64E Version 6 (V6). The V6 aircraft A delivery of its 169th AH-64E $425 million in savings versus single enhances several capabilities first intro- Apache helicopter, which equates year contracts for the purchase of 244 duced in the Version 4 build and adds a to 5 AH-64E battalions and almost remanufactured AH-64Es. These sav- variety of new capabilities to the plat- 25% of the current Army Acquisition ings are the result of industry having form. With the addition of V6 into the Objective (AAO) of 690 aircraft. stable and known requirements over the platform, the aircraft will meet all of the Fielded units include 1-229th Attack five year period versus the instability of requirements for the AH-64E program. Reconnaissance Battalion (ARB), 4-6 individual year contract planning. This Over the next decade, the Army CAV, 1-101st ARB, 2-17 CAV, 7-17 predictability allows the Apache Project plans to integrate a variety of new tech- CAV, and USAACE. Office to deliver capability to the Army nologies into Apache including the Im- The Apache Project Office is on and Soldiers at the best value possible. proved Turbine Engine, the Common track to implement a Multi-Year con- Infrared Countermeasures systems, the tract across fiscal years 2017 through Apache Development and Small Airborne Network Radio, the 2021. This contract action will allow Modernization – MAJ Aaron Kia Joint Air-to-Ground Missile, and the procurement of the Army’s projected The AH-64E Development and Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Sys- requirements for AH-64E along with Modernization Product Office is work- tem laser-guided rocket. options for emerging requirements for ing hard on the second planned tech- As a software driven platform, the Foreign Military Sales. Successful award nology insertion which is referred to as Apache will also move towards an open

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 22 February 28, 2017 An AH-64 Apache helicopter crew with the Designator, a modified Laser Spot 12th Combat Aviation Brigade takes part in Exercise Allied Spirit V at the 7th Army Training Tracker (functioning in tactical and Command’s Hohenfels Training Area, Germany, eye-safe laser wavelengths), and an Oct. 4, 2016. Exercise Allied Spirit includes embedded training laser for Combat about 2,520 participants from eight NATO Training Center rotations. nations, and exercises tactical interoperability MRFI improves capabilities by pro- and tests secure communications within Alliance viding pilots with greater situational members and partner nations. awareness against radar based threats. Improvements include an upgrade from analog to digital receivers and littoral environments, bringing to bear increased spectral coverage, enabling high resolution sensors, lethal weapons, detection of additional radar threats. and digital command and control These improvements are supplemented capabilities to support combined arms with an enhanced pilot-to-vehicle in- maneuver across all domains. terface and additional data displayed in Apache Sensors – MAJ Jeffrey the crew station. Timmons Modernized Day Sensor Assembly (MDSA) and Modernized Radar Fre- The Apache Sensors Product office quency Interferometer (MRFI) are in will continue to provide significant im- production with deliveries to the as- provements to the fleets’ current sensors sembly line on track to meet a 2019 with our major efforts including Mod- aircraft delivery. ernized Day Sensor Assembly (MDSA), MUMT-X increases pilot situation- Modernized Radar Frequency Interfer- al awareness with the ability to receive ometer (MRFI), Manned Unmanned live video from unmanned aircraft sys- Teaming Expanded (MUMT-X), and tems (UAS) or wingmen equipped with High Reliability Turret (HRTUR). a compatible system. MUMT-X has an MDSA provides color video to the improved upper receiver and more ro- crew stations and adds Ultra Narrow bust software build when compared to and eXtended Range (XR) fields of view today’s Manned Unmanned Teaming to the day sensors which are available – Level 2 (MUMT-2) system and will U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY VISUAL INFORMATION SPECIALIST GERTRUD ZACH SPECIALIST GERTRUD VISUAL INFORMATION ARMY PHOTO BY U.S. only in the night time FLIR fields of provide Apache crews with the addi- view today. Additionally, MDSA adds tional Levels of Interoperability (LOI) an on-gimbal Laser Pointer Module, 3 and 4. LOI 3 and 4 provides crew an eye-safe mode Laser Rangefinder members with control of the payload International Apache Fleet

system architecture through Future Air- borne Capability Environment (FACE) conformance, in order to enable software reuse throughout the defense enterprise. This will increase interoperability with the joint force, reduce developmental costs, and deliver capabilities to the Warfighter more quickly. The Apache will continue to enhance the ability to detect, protect, and respond to cybersecurity threats in the electromagnetic spectrum and the cyber domain. With these capabilities in mind, the AH64E Apache will remain a key force multiplier in the PM APACHE GRAPHIC employment of U.S. forces in multi- The AH-64 International Fleet includes 15 countries and a fleet size of 413 Apaches. There is a mix of domain battle. The Apache will operate AH-64A, D, and E model aircraft across this worldwide footprint. The aircraft fleet size and composition as an air asset over both land and is expected to grow and change over the next 5 years.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 23 February 28, 2017 New/Improved Capabilities in and flight path of compatible UAS. ous analysis and planning to provide the AH-64E Version 6: HRTUR will replace the legacy tur- solutions to arising issues from an al- ret with an improved system designed lied perspective. One challenge for the n Cognitive Decision Aiding to reduce operations and sustainment international fleet is the uniqueness of System (CDAS) costs through improved maintainabil- each of the 16 allied partners. Unique n Data Correlation ity and sustainability, with faster slew Operational Flight Programs (OFP), n Link 16 rates and improved sensor stabiliza- Mission Equipment Packages (MEP), n Soldier Radio Waveform (SRW) tion. HRTUR will finalize develop- sustainment requirements, and training n Systems Level Embedded ment and continue with testing by the needs based on each countries individ- Diagnostics / Smart Tool 4 close of 2017. ual cultural, operational, economic, and Aviation Maintenance Platform regulatory environments cause complex (SLED/STAMP) International Apache – LTC Lance problems throughout every program. n Area Navigation (RNAV) Culver n Tactical Air Navigation System In an effort to maintain the estab- (TACAN) Operational readiness and interoper- lished success of the Apache around n Multicore Mission Processor ability between the United States Gov- the world IA strives to find innova- (MMP) ernment (USG) and our allied partners tive solutions to enhancing coordina- n Fire Control Radar (FCR) continues to be a primary responsibility tion and collaboration with our allies. Enhancements for the International Apache (IA) Office. The IA Office conducts two working n Modernized Day Side The global Apache fleet is currently made groups per year to facilitate coordina- Assembly (MDSA) up of 740 AH-64D and E airframes option between FMS partner countries. n Manned-Unmanned Teaming erated by the USG and 413 AH-64 A, IA invites all of our international Expanded (MUMT-X) D, and E airframes operated by our al- partners to an annual working group n Modernized Radar Frequency lied partners. Between today and 2021, called the Apache Coordinated Tech- Interferometer (MRFI) the international fleet will grow to 491 nical Services Improvement Program n Common Configuration airframes based on scheduled deliver- (ACTSIP) where an open dialogue is n Cyber Security ies and change its composition as more used to disseminate information re- PM APACHE PM APACHE GRAPHIC countries modify their existing Long- lated to important subjects within the The final technology insertion originally planned bow Apaches to the AH-64E. There is global fleet and discuss emerging re- for the AH-64E production line, referred to as also the likelihood of six new Foreign quirements from both the USG fleet Version 6 (V6), provides the remaining technolo- Military Sales (FMS) cases. and the International fleet. gies required to meet the approved requirements The constant growth and prolifera- IA also meets with operational us- for the program. tion of the Apache requires continu- ers of a select group of likeminded partners, both USG and international, with the primary goal of enhancing developmental collaboration and operational synchronization. In order to increase interoperability for all users, the Apache PMO developed a “Com- mon Configuration” for AH-64E production. The goal is to encourage adoption of the common configuration across partner countries to the greatest extent possible. This approach increases interoperability, improves technology synchronization, and decreases sustainment costs for all users. As you can see, the Apache Heli- copter Project Office remains busy. We work tirelessly to support our Soldiers and the Warfighter with both the best attack helicopter in the world (the AH-64E) and the second best attack helicopter in the world (the AH-64D). Our Soldiers, our Army, and our country deserve no less! Attack!

COL Joseph A. Hoecherl is the project manager for the Apache Project Office, Program Executive Office for Aviation, Redstone Arsenal, AL; and COL (Ret.) Robin D. Cofer is a support contractor with S3 Inc., Huntsville, AL supporting the Apache Project Office. ARMY AVIATION Magazine 24 February 28, 2017 Army Aviation Ad 1.27.pdf 1 1/27/2016 3:50:30 PM

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ARMY AVIATION Magazine 27 February 28, 2017 © 2017 BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON INC. Special Focus u Rotary Wing PM Updates U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY COLLIN MAGONIGAL U.S. Cargo Helicopter Project Office Update By COL Robert L. Barrie

The Cargo Helicopter Project CH-47F – LTC Richard M. Bratt A CH-47F slings the Mobile Tower System near Redstone Arsenal, AL. Office (CHPO) remains focused on Throughout the world, the CH-47F sustaining the effective and affordable is a critical Army asset for transporting operation of the Chinook fleet as the troops, supplies, and providing various Army’s premiere heavy lift helicopter combat support, and combat service through 2060. As ever, our top priority support operations. Secondary missions remains providing unwavering support include MEDEVAC, aircraft recovery, software, Cargo On/Off Load System and assistance to our operators and parachute drops, disaster relief, fire (COOLS), APX-123 transponder, two maintainers in the field. In this article, bucket operations, and search and ARC-231D radios, and the Improved you’ll receive updates from our Team rescue. Vibration Control System (IVCS), on the capabilities we have delivered The PM Cargo and Boeing Team which replaces the Self Tuning Vibra- over the past year and on our progress delivered the 376th CH-47F in De- tion Absorber (STVA). towards delivery of future capabilities. cember 2016. The CH-47F aircraft The IVCS provides a significant We remain committed to our tradition incorporates key reliability and main- improvement in vibration reduction of responsive support to the world-wide tainability improvement modifications over the STVA; furthermore, the Chinook community and will continue which bring significant benefits to the IVCS weighs 138 lbs. less than the to support forums that maximize the maintainers, operators, and tactical legacy system. exchange of ideas and experiences. commanders. Throughout the next year, CAAS 9.2.2 provides units with Re- We are honored to serve our talented, several units will receive new Multi- quired Navigation Performance/Area committed, well-trained and well- Year II aircraft which include enhance- Navigation (RNP/RNAV) capability; led Soldiers, civilians and contractors ments such as Common Avionics this ensures Global Air Traffic Man- serving throughout the world. Architecture System (CAAS) 9.2.2 agement (GATM) compliance. MYII

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 28 February 28, 2017 CLARITY IN THE CHAOS OF COMBAT LINK 16 CONNECTIVITY AT THE MOST REMOTE EDGES OF THE BATTLEFIELD

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Watch Our Video to Learn More viasat.com/next-gen2 +1 858.877.6118 ARMY AVIATION Magazine 29 February 28, 2017 improves reliability and increases fuel capacity by 80 gallons, improvements to the rotor system, electrical system and mechanical flight controls, and updates to the digital cockpit and flight control software. CH-47 International – Mr. Michael R. Switzer The CH-47F continues to be highly sought after in the international community. The Cargo International Directorate was chartered in May 2015 to handle the foreign military sales (FMS) of the Chinook. The office works closely with the U.S. Army Security Assistance Command (USASAC), U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command Security Assistance Management Directorate (AMCOM SAMD) and the Boeing Corporation to help fill the needs of our foreign partners. The fielding of the CH-47F has led to a unique opportunity for countries to purchase displaced U.S.

THE BOEING COMPANY PHOTO BY MIKE GOETTINGS THE BOEING COMPANY Army CH-47D aircraft in order to augment and modernize their own A CH-47F with the Advanced Chinook Rotor Blade (ACRB) takes its first flight at Mesa, AZ in December fleets. To date 25 CH-47D aircraft 2016. have been purchased by three different countries. Also, there are currently active FMS cases to produce 51 CH- 47Fs for customers from four separate nations. To date 32 of those 51 aircraft CH-47F aircraft now have the FAA release of the Engineering and Manu- on contract have been delivered and are equivalent level of safety certification facturing Development (EMD) Re- flying missions within their countries for RNP/RNAV operations down to quest for Proposal, the subsequent as well as in hostile environments. 0.3 RNP (in nautical miles). These im- receipt and evaluation of Boeing’s pro- All of our international customers provements greatly enhance the abil- posal, and the completion of the Army share the common goal of staying ity of the aircraft to operate effectively Requirements Oversight Council. The aligned with the configuration of the in increasingly complex civil airspace. Product Office continued to conduct US Army CH-47F. Due to the nature The CH-47F is a great combat mul- risk reduction testing and complete of the cases, countries are able to tiplier; CAAS and DAFCS result in activities required to award the EMD implement modifications developed for reduced crew workload and improved contract and initiate the Block II Pro- the US Army at or near the time that the low-speed handling qualities. Because gram of Record after a successful mile- improvements are being fielded to US of the tremendous capabilities the CH- stone decision. Army units. As a result, coalition forces 47F delivers, commanders can accom- The cornerstone of the Block II ef- are then able to seamlessly augment plish a variety of challenging missions fort is the introduction of a new rotor US Forces in contingency operations. safely and successfully. blade design, the Advanced Chinook All international CH-47F customers Rotor Blade (ACRB), which will sig- have expressed interest in procuring CH-47 Modernization – LTC Calvin J. nificantly improve the performance of CH-47F Block II once available so Lane the helicopter in high-hot atmospheric they may continue to support coalition During the past year, the Modern- conditions and improve reliability. The forces well into the future. ization Product Office continued to Boeing Company flew the first proto- focus on the future of the Chinook type ACRB equipped aircraft in De- COL Robert L. Barrie is the project Fleet. The CH-47F Block II Chinook cember of 2016 at its Mesa facility. This manager of the Cargo Helicopter Project upgrade which is the first step of a po- flight testing is a key step toward estab- Office, Program Executive Office, Aviation; tential multi-block-upgrade strategy to lishing the technological readiness for LTC Richard M. Bratt is the CH-47F the Chinook is designed to affordably the milestone decision. Product Manager, LTC Calvin J. Lane maintain platform relevance through The Block II plan includes airframe is the CH-47 Modernization Product the planned service life of 2060. The modifications that will increase aircraft Manager; and Michael R. Switzer is the Block II team made a great deal of maximum gross weight up to 54,000 Cargo International Product Manager; all progress this year beginning with the lbs., a fuel system modification that located at Redstone Arsenal, AL.

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Project Manager Non-Standard Rotary Wing Aircraft –

Delivering Partner Capability By COL Steven B. Clark

An OH-58D being loaded onto a U.S. Air Force C17 Globemaster at Ft. Hood, Texas for delivery to Tunisia.

of U.S. Security Force Assistance strategy. Recently, NSRWA PMO executed several high visibility 2282 Global Train & Equip and Excess Defense Article (EDA) programs. The purpose of the 2282 and EDA programs are to build the capability of a foreign country’s national military forces that benefits the national security interests of the Unit- ed States and transfers excess defense equipment to assist modernization efforts of partner forces. 2282 Huey II Program On September 26, 2016, the Army Contracting Command-Redstone an- nounced the award of two firm fixed price contracts to Bell Helicopter Tex- tron, Inc. for both Uganda and Kenya. These contract awards support the procurement of five (5) Huey II aircraft for Uganda and eight (8) Huey II aircraft for Kenya, as well as commercial spares/special tools/peculiar ground support equipment and maintainer training. During the week of Novem- ber 14, 2016 members from the NSR- WA PMO working with AMCOM Security Assistance Management Di- vision and Bell Helicopter delivered six of the eight Huey IIs to Kenya. These six aircraft will ultimately be deployed by the Kenyan Air Force to the Laiki- pia Air Base in Nanyuki; the remaining two aircraft are to be delivered by

ALL PHOTOS – U.S. ARMY PM NSRWA PHOTO ARMY PM NSRWA ALL PHOTOS – U.S. May 2017. These Huey IIs will add to the Kenyan Air Forces rotary wing fleet he mission of the Non-Standard of the Combined Security Transition comprised of Mi-17s, SA 330 Pumas, T Rotary Wing Aircraft (NSRWA) Command-Afghanistan (CSTC-A), the Harbin Z-9s and MD-500s. Addi- Project Management Office(PMO) is to portfolio has expanded to 315 aircraft tionally, four Kenyan Air Force pilots procure, field and sustain non-standard representing a diverse fleet of Mi-17, completed their training on October rotorcraft for the Department of De- MD-530, AH-6i, OH-58D, UH-1, 21, 2016 and an additional four (4) pi- fense (DoD), allied countries or as di- Huey II, AH-1, Bell 412 and AW-139 lots completed their training on Nov. rected by the Office of the Secretary of aircraft as demand for rotary wing via 4. The Maintainer training for eight Defense in support of Overseas Contin- foreign military sales programs contin- Kenyan Air Force mechanics began on gency Operations. Initially established ues to proliferate. Equipping, modern- 24 October 2016 and was complete by in 2010 to procure and lifecycle sustain izing and empowering partner nations 11 November 2016. As for Uganda, all the fleet of Mi-17 helicopters in support with rotary wing capabilities is a tenet five aircraft are scheduled for delivery

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 32 February 28, 2017 September 2017 while pilot and main- actions were performed by U.S. Soldiers OH-58D helicopters for delivery to Croatia on the ramp at Redstone Army Airfield, Alabama. tainer training is to be conducted dur- from the Korean Peninsula (1-17 Cav- ing July or August 2017. alry Squadron and 602d Aviation Sup- The Kenyan Air Force will operate port Battalion). The Soldiers conducted the helicopter in general support and scheduled maintenance and ground-runs Roswell, New Mexico, using 12 aircraft search and rescue (SAR) missions. The on the five aircraft delivered in July 2016 and a second mission equipment sup- Huey IIs are remanufactured aircraft in addition to completing administrative port package. All remaining pilots and that combine commercial Bell 212 dy- entries on the newly arrived 11 aircraft in maintainers, with the second training namic components with the 1,800 shaft preparation of upcoming Croatia ground support package, will depart for Tunisia horsepower Honeywell T53-L-703 en- and flight training. in March 2017. gine (replacing the original Lycoming), Following the Croatia delivery, Whether EDA, 2282 or traditional leading to an increase in hover perfor- NSRWA deployed representatives to FMS cases, the NSRWA PMO re- mance in hot conditions and increasing Fort Hood, Texas, to conduct the ini- mains engaged in resolving complex the maximum gross weight to 10,500 tial delivery of six OH-58D aircraft to fielding, safety, sustainment, airworthi- lbs. Along with the Bell Huey II kit the Tunisian Air Force at Gabes, Tu- ness and training issues facing soldiers installation, Bell Helicopter refur- nisia. At Ft. Hood, the NSRWA team operating non-standard rotary wing bishes the Bell UH-1H basic airframe coordinated and consolidated ship- aircraft. The need for rotary wing capa- to OEM standards (zero timing the ments from various CONUS locations bility is essential to ensure our partner airframe), provides a complete rewire, and prepared for onward movement nations have the resources available to updates the avionics (including an op- of the aircraft for delivery. On Dec. meet their internal defense and security tional glass cockpit) and offers a com- 13, two Air Force C-17 Globemaster requirements. prehensive selection of mission specific transports departed for Tunisia with six kits and customization. Other features OH-58D aircraft and mission essential include rollover bulkheads, rupture-re- equipment. Simultaneously, the Secu- COL Steven Clark is the project manager sistant fuel cells, wire strike protection rity Assistance Training Management for Non-Standard Rotary Wing Aircraft, and jettison-able crew doors. Organization (SATMO) has been train- Program Executive Office for Aviation, ing Tunisian pilots and maintainers at Redstone Arsenal, AL. Excess Defense Article OH-58D Program On December 2, 2016 the NSRWA PMO successfully delivered the second and final shipment of 11 OH-58D aircraft and mission equipment support package to Zadar, Croatia. The delivery was accomplished via a U.S. Air Force C5 Galaxy from Redstone Arsenal, Ala- bama. At Zadar, NSRWA representatives and Croatian military leadership conducted joint inspections and inventories to formally transfer ownership from the United States to Croatia. In conjunction with the transfer, maintenance Kenyan Air Force Huey II aircraft.

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U.S. Army Utility Helicopter Fleet Modernization Yields Operational and Readiness Gains By COL William D. Jackson U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY MR. MATTHEW POTTER MATTHEW ARMY PHOTO BY MR. U.S.

he first flight of the all-digital UH- power, we have also realized large im- UH-72A Aircraft T 60V foretells the impending end provements in reliability, availability of our analog utility aircraft fleets. All and maintainability. For example we (FACE) 2.1 standards for interoper- the UH-1s will be gone in FY17, the have greatly increased our mean time ability, open architectures and applica- Kiowas and TH-67s will exit by FY19; between essential maintenance action portability. FACE compliance will and our last UH-60A will be divested tions and our meantime between mis- ultimately result in lower implementa- in FY23. The remaining UH-60Ls will sion aborts. When you combine these tion costs and capabilities getting to be converted into UH-60Vs over time. advances with the large reductions in the warfighter faster. Addition- This will leave us with five principle required Authorized Stockage List ally, UH-60V will integrate aviation rotary winged utility aircraft: the UH- (ASL), Prescribed Load List (PLL), survivability equipment, a moving map 60M, HH-60M, UH-60V, H-60V sets, kits and outfits, our enterprise tru- and Blue Force Tracker 2 Next-Gen- Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) and ly benefits. Let’s take a look at some of eration Situational Awareness System the UH-72A – all bussed multi-engine our individual programs. to meet evolving interoperability and aircraft with glass cockpits. These mod- H-60V survivability requirements. While fully ernization efforts are now realizing both coupled flight will not be implemented operational and readiness improve- The H-60V program is developing a in the UH-60V at this time, it will have ments. state-of-the-art digital cockpit upgrade a Required Navigation Performance- The benefits of this greater than 50% to replace the aging analog UH-60L Area Navigation (RNP-RNAV) ca- reduction in aircraft configurations will cockpit - the last remaining non-dig- pability to meet civil flight rules while permeate our entire enterprise. Al- ital aircraft in army aviation. The up- flying in the U.S. and Europe. though much of our modernization grade will provide a human-machine The first of five UH-60V proto- was focused on operational enhance- interface similar to the H-60M aircraft type aircraft is near completion and is ments, like moving maps, variable and do so while complying with Fu- scheduled for first flight in early 2017. message format (VMF) messages and ture Airborne Capability Environment Three of these prototypes will be built

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ARMY AVIATION Magazine 35 February 28, 2017 ager of MEDEVAC systems and mission equipment packages (M-MEP) on the H-60 helicopter for the current force and for the transformation to the future force. The installation of the In- terim MEDEVAC Mission Support System (IMMSS) and the Intercom- munication System (ICS) relocation kit on the UH-60A/L resulted in a need for an improved visibility window for each cabin door. Airspace surveillance requirements, such as clearing the aircraft tail, slope and dust landings were originally achieved via the gunners’ windows. With the IMMSS fully installed it blocks access to the gunners’ windows and requires the crew seats be moved to the rear of the cabin. Early user assessments on the UH-60A/L

U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY MR. KEITH ZURLO ARMY PHOTO BY MR. U.S. SMART window highlighted concerns FMS Aircraft Delivery about the limited “real estate” available for users to get their heads out the windows far enough to adequately clear in Meridianville, AL, while the final the Academics Section of the 212th the tail. The HH-60 bubble window two prototypes will be built in Corpus Aviation Regiment, 110th Aviation was initially considered but a flood of Christi Army Depot (CCAD) where Brigade, United States Army Aviation negative user feedback necessitated a low rate and full rate will be conducted. Center of Excellence (USAACE). The different material solution. Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) is BIPT is a comprehensive upgrade to Following trade studies, PD scheduled to begin in the summer of previous maintenance training devices MEDEVAC introduced the Black 2018. During LRIP, 76 UH-60V air- and contains an integrated UH-60M Hawk Advanced MEDEVAC (BAM) craft will be inducted between FY18 model Cockpit Emergency Procedural Window as a pre-planned product and FY20. Starting in FY20, full rate Trainer (CEPT-M). The BIPT will improvement. BAM is a user friendly, production will yield 48 aircraft per be utilized for UH-60 introduction, lower cost, lighter weight, and fully year. CCAD will recapitalize inducted preflight academics, and to conduct retractable sliding replacement win- UH-60L aircraft in conjunction with run-up procedures. Use of the BIPT dow. The BAM window replaces both the 60V digital cockpit modification, to teach preflight and walk around pro- standard windows on the right and left providing a life cycle extension to the cedures will save over $3,000/aircraft side cargo doors and can accommodate airframe and ensuring the UH-60V issued at the flight line for the same personnel outfitted with full Night Vi- will be relevant for years to come. instruction. Total cost savings will be sion Goggle capability to effectively over $700,000/year for the UH-60 clear the aircraft tail without any ob- H-60M Flight School Twenty-One (FSXXI) structions. The BAM window now has This year the Army and Sikorsky Initial Entry Rotary Wing and Aircraft a fleet-wide Air Worthiness Release celebrated the delivery of the 1000th Qualification training programs. (AWR 1926), and it will be fielded to H-60M at the Sikorsky plant in Strat- An added benefit with the inte- UH-60A/L MEDEVAC aircraft in ford, CT. The program continues to de- gration of the CEPT-M will be the conjunction with IMMSS and ICS re- liver this fully modernized airframe on reduced time it takes to run-up the location kit fieldings. schedule. Concurrently, we have fielded actual UH-60 and get to the business Future planning activities have a suite of innovative training devices and of conducting flight training. This pro- commenced to support production simulations. For example, we fielded the gram remains on track to complete our line and other retrofit activities at the Army’s next generation Black Hawk acquisition objective of 1,375 aircraft. Lakehurst facility so that HH-60Ms Aircrew Trainer (BAT) to the new Meanwhile, the H-60M NETT is will be fielded with the BAM Window equipment training team (NETT) at Ft. close to completing the training at Ft. installed starting in late FY17. The Bliss, TX. The BAT will provide Army Hood for the 1st Air Cavalry Brigade MEDEVAC unit fielding priority Aviators the ability to train aircrew tac- and has started preparations for the begins with Afghanistan, followed by tics and procedures to include emergen- next NET and fielding with the 4th ID Kuwait, and the European Command cy procedures in a high fidelity realistic CAB at Ft. Carson, CO that will begin (EUCOM). PD MEDEVAC will environment while meeting all AR 95-1 in February of 2017. field all remaining MEDEVAC units simulator training requirements. based upon established production and In December of 2016, the H-60M MEDEVAC fielding plans. The BAM window was Product Office completed delivery The Product Director for MEDE- made possible by funding received from of the Army’s first Black Hawk Inte- VAC (PD MEDEVAC) is the materiel the U.S. Army Medical Research and grated Procedural Trainer (BIPT) to solution developer and lifecycle man- Materiel Command (USAMRMC).

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 36 February 28, 2017 Light Helicopters OH-58A/C/D, TH-67, and UH-1 60Ms to be delivered between 2017 The Light Helicopter Product Office In October 2016, the Armed Scout and 2018) and Slovakia (UH-60Ms to continues to support UH-72As across 42 Helicopter Project Office merged with be delivered between 2017 and 2019). states, the District of Columbia, Puerto the UH-72A Lakota Product Office, As we look ahead, the International Rico, Guam, Germany, and Kwajalein. to become the Light Helicopter Programs Office sees strong interest The U.S. Army has accepted delivery of Product Office. The OH-58D fleet will from the countries of Norway, Indone- over 376 UH-72As since 2006. With complete their mission and be divested sia, Australia, Egypt, Morocco, Brunei, 212 UH-72As, the Army National in 2017. OH-58A/C and TH-67 and Thailand for UH-60M aircraft. Guard conducts operations across the helicopters continue to support the Saudi Arabia has also expressed in- mission spectrum, most recently sup- aerial Observer/Controller mission terest for additional UH-60Ms while porting the U.S. Customs and Border at the National and Joint Readiness Montenegro and Afghanistan have Protection on the Southwest border, and Training Centers, and IERW training demonstrated interest in the UH-60A local communities affected by fires in at USAACE. Divestment of these Black Hawk. Brazil and Turkey have Tennessee and flooding in Louisiana. To fleets will continue through 2019. exploring the purchase of the UH-72A date the Product Office has fielded over The last UH-1 helicopters in the U.S. Lakota helicopter. 130 UH-72As to the U.S. Army Avia- Army will be divested from Army In summary, the U.S. Army has a tion Center of Excellence (USAACE) as Materiel Command (AMC) and dynamic utility helicopters project that part of the Army’s Aviation Restructure the Aviation Test and Evaluation is relevant today and adapting to the Initiative (ARI), replacing TH-67s and Command (ATEC) at the end of changes tomorrow will bring. Our Al- OH-58A/Cs as the Initial Entry Rotary 2016. The UH-1 entered production in lies are participating in the process and Wing (IERW) training aircraft. Four 1960 with more than 9,700 delivered this makes our entire enterprise more UH-72A IERW classes have graduated to the Army during its illustrious 56 cost effective while providing a world- to their advanced aircraft, and three UH- year career. wide operational focus. Modernization 72A classes are currently in session. In has yielded operational and readiness 2017, half of the IERW training will be Foreign Military Sales (FMS) improvements and these gains are now supported by UH-72As. UH-60M FMS Sales continue with set to accelerate. In 2016, the UH-72A fleet transi- the Saudi Arabian National Guard tioned from a paper logbook to the (SANG), the Royal Saudi Land Forces digital Aircraft Notebook, the succes- Airborne Special Security Forces, Mex- COL William D. “Billy” Jackson is the sor to Unit Level Logistics System- ico, Jordan and others. Other countries Utility Helicopters Project Manager, Aviation (Enhanced), and migrated whose aircraft are in various stages Program Executive Office for Aviation, from a commercial web-based aircraft of production include: Tunisia (UH- Redstone Arsenal, AL. logistics management application to an Army developed software suite, Logistics Maintenance Management System (LMMS). Recently the Product Office completed the modification and fielding of 80 UH-72As to USAACE as part of ARI. The Product Office continues modernization efforts with the fielding of a Shoot-back capability for the In conjunction with the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) UH-72As assigned to the three combat training 2017 Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit centers (CTCs). This system allows the OPFOR UH-72As to replicate enemy Where: Gaylord Springs Golf Links, 18 Springhouse Lane, Nashville, TN 37214 Former stop on the Senior PGA Tour. 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TRADOC Capability Manager for Reconnaissance and Attack (TCM-RA): Preparing Now for Multi-Domain Battle By COL Jeffrey W. White

The emerging operational craft, weapons, sensors, mission com- Commander in any condition through mand systems, aircraft survivability increased Reach, Protection, and Le- environment indicates future equipment) while refining non-material thality….” This article will focus on the operations will be significantly solutions (doctrine, training, leader de- fundamental tenents of reach, protec- different than those of the velopment, policy) in order to prepare tion, and lethality to describe attack for the next conflict. and reconnaissance capabilities for recent past. Multi-Domain To develop viable solutions for the 21st Century – preparing now for Battle allows US Forces to this complex problem, it is impera- Multi-Domain Battle. tive we collaborate across the Avia- outmaneuver adversaries tion Enterprise and incorporate stra- Reach physically and cognitively, tegic guidance as we develop concepts There are many aspects of reach as applying combined arms in and and requirements. With this approach it pertains to Army Aviation. Reach is we can most effectively focus capabil- not only a function of speed, but also across all domains. ity development of material and non- a function of range, endurance, per- – Army Capabilities Integration Center material solutions to dominate not just formance, and deployability. In the (ARCIC) Multi-Domain Battle Pamphlet in just one domain but across multiple short and mid-term, we are increasing domains – land, sea, air, space, and cy- the reach of our current Apache fleet berspace. The fundamental premise of by upgrading to the latest variant, the ow can we leverage the hard fought the Multi-Domain Battle concept is AH-64E. The AH-64E will be a vi- H lessons of the past and the extensive creating multiple options for supported tal component in every attack recon- battle-tested experience of our profes- commanders, multiple dilemmas for naissance battalion (ARB) and heavy sional all-volunteer force while striving the enemy, across multiple domains. attack reconnaissance squadron (H- to dominate our future enemies? How- A key part of MG Gayler’s [Army ARS) resident in each combat aviation ever difficult to answer and ultimately Aviation Branch Chief ] strategic guid- brigade (CAB). To date, the Army has achieve, it is important for us, as Avia- ance is outlined in his Army Aviation fielded over 160 AH-64Es, completing tion leaders, to purposely and critically vision emphasizing the need for a “pro- the 16th and 101st CABs, continuing think about this complex problem. By fessional, modernized aviation force now at Fort Hood, TX with the 1st Air doing so, we can develop better and focused on our ground forces while Cavalry Brigade (ACB), while con- more affordable material solutions (air- generating options for the Combatant currently fielding these aircraft at Ft.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 38 February 28, 2017 An Army AH-64 Apache helicopter prepares to land on the flight deck of the dock landing ship USS Oak Hill (LSD 51).

Protection As part of the Multi-Domain Battle concept, U.S. Forces must improve the ability to counter threat Anti-Access/ Area Denial (A2/AD) capabilities, which includes more sophisticated and integrated air defense systems. As a result, Aviation stakeholders are concen- trating on detect and defeat aspects of aircraft protection in order to improve on existing/legacy systems such as the Common Missile Warning System (CMWS). To enhance threat detection, the Army will rapidly equip certain AH-64D/E aircraft with Advanced Threat Warning (ATW) equipment U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS JUSTIN YARBOROUGH SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS JUSTIN PHOTO BY MASS COMMUNICATION NAVY U.S. in response to a theater specific Joint Urgent Operational Needs Statement Rucker, AL to seed the training base. the ability to conduct MUM-T with ( JUONS). These ATW components The Army will continue to field AH- increased Level of Interoperability will interface with modified Depart- 64Es through at least FY25 contin- (LOI) necessary to achieve supervised ment of the Navy Large-Aircraft In- gent on long-term Future Vertical Lift control of UAS sensors, weapons, and frared Countermeasures (DoN-LAIR- (FVL) options currently in the works. ultimately the platform itself. This CM) to augment CMWS and improve Simultaneously, the Army continues capability growth is an extension the ability to defeat specific threat sys- fielding unmanned aircraft systems of the current ability of AH-64s to tems. (UAS) organic in each CAB – MQ-1C transmit and receive full motion video The Army is expanding this initia- Gray Eagles in each ARB and RQ-7 with UAS. The AH-64E also features tive as part of the Advanced Threat Shadows in each H-ARS – enabling insertions including rotor and drive Detection System (ATDS) to improve effective Manned/Unmanned Teaming system improvements increasing protection of manned platforms. In the (MUM-T). platform speed, range, endurance, mid-term, ATDS will replace CMWS FM 3-04 “Army Aviation” defines and performance. Extensive efforts providing Army Aviation the ability MUM-T as the “integrated maneu- are underway to provide AH-64E to detect advanced infrared (IR) and ver of Army Aviation rotary wing and equipped units with the Reduced Size hostile fire threat systems, correlate la- UAS to conduct movement to contact, Crashworthy External Fuel System ser detection data for improved threat attack, reconnaissance, and security (RCEFS) adding an additional 125 declaration, and hand off threat decla- tasks.” MUM-T is a crucial part of the gallons of fuel in each tank increasing rations to the appropriate countermea- Army initiative to mitigate the armed range. To increase the ability to deploy sure system (common IR countermea- reconnaissance gap with the divesti- by sea or air the Army is developing sures, flares, etc.). Additionally, ATDS ture of OH-58Ds. As we continue to an improved blade folding kit to will serve as the foundation for future integrate AH-64Es, Gray Eagle, and decrease the time and effort to off- growth against IR, radio frequency Shadow UAS to fully realize MUM-T, load AH-64Es during air transport or (RF), laser, and ballistic threats. The Army Aviation will increase the reach recover/stow aircraft during shipboard Army is partnering with industry and of commanders with “increased depth operations. These are but a few of other science & technology efforts to and breadth of Aviation reconnaissance the short and mid-term AH-64E develop new long-term capabilities to and maneuver.” capability insertions increasing the mitigate A2/AD vulnerabilities. This Specific to AH-64E, platform and reach of Army Aviation while focusing will include the Aviation Airborne Ex- systems enhancements will expand on supporting our ground forces. pendable Countermeasure (AAECM),

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 39 February 28, 2017 providing robust primary and supple- prove lethality against advanced threat tory of 30mm High-Explosive Dual- mental countermeasure capabilities armored systems that are protected with Purpose (HEDP) rounds with a 30mm against IR, RF, optical, and laser guided passive and active countermeasures. proximity fuse, being developed for C- threats. JAGM will eventually replace all vari- UAS and maritime targets. ants of the HF in the long-term. As we invest human, intellectual, and Lethality The Army is expanding efforts to financial capital to properly address cur- The Army continues concerted ef- close an existing lethality gap – the lack rent and future threats, ARCIC points forts to improve lethality and escalate of a scalable/tailorable small guided out that “Multi-Domain Battle is not Multi-Domain Battle capabilities in munition option against soft/mid- unprecedented, rather it is about using the Aviation portfolio. The Army is range targets at a reduced cost. Cur- capabilities in more innovative ways to currently fielding the latest variant of rently the only other precision guided overcome new challenges.” This concept the Hellfire (HF) missile, the “Romeo” option available for Army Aviation is full of opportunities for Army Avia- Model HF (R-HF), modifying missile (other than HF) is the Advanced Pre- tion, specifically for reconnaissance and hardware and software, increasing ac- cision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) attack capabilities within our Branch, to curacy, adding a multi-purpose warhead, – a laser-guided 2.75” Hydra rocket. capitalize inherent advantages of both and optimizing for employment from Only AH-64D/Es can fire APKWS manned and unmanned systems. Look- AH-64D/E and MQ-1C platforms. In which does provide a complementary ing ahead, we will continue to prepare response to a JUONS, the Army is field- capability against soft-skin/light tar- for the challenges that we will face, re- ing modified Longbow HF missiles to gets. To support an existing Operation- maining committed to those who we optimize capabilities against non-tradi- al Need Statement (ONS) and provide support, creating multiple dilemmas for tional targets. These modified L7A HFs more lethality options, the Army is the enemy. provide better lethality against both pursuing a Lightweight Precision Mu- maritime/littoral threats and counter- nition (LPM). Stakeholders are focus- UAS targets. The next generation mis- ing LPM on employment off of UAS, sile, the Joint Air-to-Ground Missile providing near/mid-term options for COL Jeffrey W. White is the U.S. Army ( JAGM), is currently in testing and on commanders. We will seek to lever- Training and Doctrine Command Ca- schedule. JAGM will provide a dual- age additional partnerships outside the pability Manager for Reconnaissance mode seeker featuring both laser and Aviation Enterprise to increase 30mm and Attack, with the U.S. Army Aviation radar guidance in one missile and im- lethality, adding to the current inven- Center of Excellence at Fort Rucker, AL.

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ARMY AVIATION Magazine 41 February 28, 2017 Special Focus u TRADOC Capability Manager Updates TRADOC Capability Manager for Lift Update By COL Mark S. Levine PHOTO BY CPT SAMANTHA JEWEL, 3-25 ASST S-3 3-25 PHOTO BY CPT SAMANTHA JEWEL,

A CH-47 from 3rd Battalion, 25th Aviation our TRADOC Capability Man- able power and performance. Maximiz- Regiment conducts fast rope insertion/extraction Y agement Lift team at Fort Rucker, ing available aircraft power, modifying system (FRIES) training. AL closed out a busy 2016 serving as drive trains, and increasing maximum the Army’s centralized management gross weight of aircraft is a proven way team for capability development of the to restore payload, but the complexity of cargo, utility, non-standard rotary wing, the engineering and testing challenges and fixed wing aircraft. Our relation- take considerable time and effort. ship with end users, our exceptional Our most advanced program along gram (ITEP). We are applying the same team of program managers, Army staff, these lines is the Chinook Block II pro- partnership and teaming demonstrated and industry help us work as a cohesive gram. Chinook Block II will increase in the Chinook Block II program to team to navigate the procedural chal- payload and performance while reduc- identify opportunities to maximize the lenges and maximize efficiency in a re- ing operating costs through a meticu- benefits of the ITEP engine when field- source constrained environment. lous series of airframe and drivetrain ed in the mid to late 2020s. While we A major focus of effort for 2017 is modifications. These modifications study opportunities for payload growth restoring aircraft payloads to the war- will increase both payload and opera- through performance enhancements, fighter due to aircraft and operational tional readiness, while reducing operat- we fully understand that these improve- weight increases. Years of necessary ing cost and maintenance man-hours. ments are long-term goals that must and critical modifications to our air- Chinook Block II will increase the balance with short-term efforts to in- frames added considerable weight to maximum gross weight of the CH-47F crease capability to the warfighter. combat equipped aircraft. Over the last from 50,000 pounds to 54,000 pounds. In order to meet near term pay- ten years, weight growth of additional An added benefit is more commonality load demands we are looking closely critical mission equipment of the CH- between the CH-47F and the MH- at aircraft weight reduction initiatives. 47 and UH-60 fleet is over 4,000 and 47 Special Operations airframes. The Weight reduction on existing airframes 800 pounds respectively. The aircraft Block II program is a result of a multi- translates immediately into additional combat weight increases have come at year partnership between the Cargo payload for the warfighter. We expect the expense of available payloads re- Program Managers and the Special 2017 to involve a series of airframe ducing our operational effectiveness Operations MH-47 team leveraging specific focus groups targeting weight to the warfighter. Further aggravating lessons learned and investments to reduction options. While the timelines the weight reduction challenge is the solve common payload and mainte- will be shorter than major aircraft per- fact that Soldier loads and equipment nance problems. The first fielding of formance improvements, it will take weights continue to increase. Chinook Block II airframes will occur close collaboration from our end users, in the 2023/2024 time frame. program managers, engineering teams, Restoring Payload The next major payload and perfor- and industry to identify the best op- One means of restoring payload to mance improvement to the UH-60 fleet portunities for investment in weight the warfighter is increasing aircraft avail- is the Improved Turbine Engine Pro- reduction of our airframes.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 42 February 28, 2017 A Black Hawk from Combat Aviation Brigade, 4th Infantry Division drops off troops on a mission in Afghanistan.

a high forward deployed OPTEMPO executing Operational Support Airlift and Military Intelligence missions around the globe. An area of interest for the fixed wing community is our transition to fixed wing for life that streamlines our training pipeline while simultaneously modernizing our aging

PHOTO BY SPC DAVID LIM, 4TH CAB LIM, PHOTO BY SPC DAVID fleet through the Fixed Wing Utility Aircraft (FUA) program. Additional Priorities survivability for our Soldiers. Our unchanged and unrelenting Other standing priorities include In addition to our Chinook and focus on improving capability to the improving navigation capability and Blackhawk initiatives, our Lakota, warfighter is the professional bond that range, aircraft survivability, operations non-standard rotary and fixed wing brings us together and highlights the in degraded visual environments, and teams continue to provide vital capa- strength of the team throughout the air to ground communications. It is bility for our nation. The Lakota team aviation enterprise, industry, and our important to note that many of these continues the transition as the primary superb international partners. We look initiatives involve additions to the air- training aircraft for Army Aviation forward to serving as your requirements frame with subsequent increases in and is off to an exceptional start. The team and increasing capability to the weight and power demands. Balancing Army National Guard Lakota fleet warfighter in 2017! the weight of additional systems along continues to excel in a variety of mis- with efforts to pair with offsetting sions improving public safety and se- COL Mark S. Levine is the U.S. Army weight reduction is what we are try- curity. Our non-standard rotary wing Training and Doctrine Command ing to accomplish. End state is payload team continues world-class support to Capability Manager for Lift, U.S. Army increase for the warfighter along with the Afghan Special Mission Wing. Aviation Center of Excellence at Fort increased operational capability and Our fixed wing community sustains Rucker, AL.

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ARMY AVIATION Magazine 43 February 28, 2017 Special Focus u TRADOC Capability Manager Updates TRADOC Capability Manager for Future

Vertical Lift Update By COL Erskine R. Bentley

much to move the ball forward in the development of the FVL Family of Systems (FoS). The Joint FVL Gen- eral Officer Executive Steering Group (ESG) directed that the Services start with the capability set that encompass- PM FVL ARTIST RENDERING ARTIST PM FVL es the largest portion of the joint vertical lift fleet. For the Army and majority of joint services, this is Capability Set 3 (CS3) which is a subset set of the medium class. The CS3 aircraft will exceed all current capabilities found in existing Black Hawk, Apache, Cobra, and Huey platforms. In addition to refining CS3 requirements, the RIPT supported the he TRADOC Capability Man- Coaxial FVL Concept Drawing (left); Tilt-rotor FVL Concept Drawing Army Project Manager and Acquisition T ager (TCM) for Future Vertical Lift Integrated Product Team (AIPT) to ad- (FVL) is the lead user representative and vance CS3 past a materiel development requirements manager for building the transformational vertical lift capabili- decision (MDD), which to the War- capability framework that will shape an ties; to maximize the impact of avail- fighter means that FVL is a future pro- entire family of future vertical lift ve- able resources across the DOD; to en- gram of record that is on track with its hicles for the Department of Defense sure timely fielding of necessary war- affordability, engineering design work, (DOD). FVL is a Joint and DOD ini- fighting capabilities; timely demonstra- and requirements determination met- tiative to address vertical lift capability tion of critical current and emerging rics. TCM FVL is currently working requirements and determine feasible and technologies; continuous coordination closely with Army and Marine Corps affordable solutions in support of the of the efforts of all stakeholders; and to analysis agencies and joint warfighters Joint Warfighter beyond 2030. FVL is ensure preservation and continued de- to conduct an Analysis of Alternatives truly a Joint endeavor from inception fo- velopment of the government and in- (AoA) in order to determine how the cused on providing more capable speed, dustry science and technology (S&T) various FVL potential solutions provide range, payload, endurance, and situation- producers of materiel solutions. FVL capabilities that improve force effective- al awareness to the Joint Warfighter. is not only exciting for U.S. military ness versus the life cycle cost for each As an Army TCM, working inside warfighters because it represents a great alternative. This analysis supports fur- the Army Aviation Center of Excel- opportunity to field an unprecedented ther requirements refinement and pro- lence’s Capabilities Development and capability that will change and sig- vides the underpinnings for the Draft Integration Directorate (CDID), we nificantly enhance the way we conduct Capability Development Document are coordinating user requirements missions across the Range of Military (DCDD) which supports the Technol- across the United States Army, Marine Operations (ROMO), but it is also ogy Maturation and Risk Reduction Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, an exciting opportunity for our DoD (TMRR) phase of acquisition. and U.S. Special Operations Com- engineers, program managers, and in- mand. While each Service has unique dustry partners. FVL aircraft represent Improved Capabilities missions that they perform in support the first “clean sheet” or from-scratch There are several major capability ar- of our National Military Strategy, each design approach in vertical lift aircraft eas where the Joint Force can expect to Service has gaps in capabilities across development since the V-22 Osprey. see improvement over current vertical more than 6,100 vertical lift aircraft. lift platforms. The CS3 will initially re- The reality that all of our current air- Capability Sets place Army UH/HH/MH-60M Black craft will need to be replaced within the We in Army Aviation have an un- Hawks, and Marine Corps UH-1W next fifteen to fifty years prompted the precedented opportunity to lead a Re- Venom, and AH-1Z Vipers, with ad- initiation of the FVL program in 2009. quirements Integrated Product Team ditional aircraft and missions still be- Program Goals (RIPT) made up of capability developing considered. In the area of perfor- ers from across the Joint Force. Host- mance, we can expect three significant The FVL initiative has six major ing roughly five RIPT working groups improvements: 1) Speed greater than goals: to provide the Joint Force with each year, the team has accomplished 230 knots; 2) operational radius of ac-

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 44 February 28, 2017 tion greater than 225 nautical miles; 3) to be easier to repair with fewer special tiple dilemmas providing the opera- increased internal payload. skills, and less special support equip- tional and tactical overmatch required Breaking the mold for most current ment so joint forces have the flexibility in future operations. An FVL equipped Army platforms, FVL will be capable to decentralize and fix as far forward as combat aviation brigade would be ca- of aerial refueling further extending necessary. It is envisioned that through pable of conducting an air assault of a achievable strategic distances. In the common manuals and procedures FVL light brigade combat team to distances area of aircraft survivability, the CS3 will allow Services the ability to be truly over 200 miles away without the limi- will be operating with cognitive deci- interoperable with the capability of one tations of terrain, elevation, tempera- sion aiding (CDA) that automatically Service’s aircraft to be serviced and re- ture, weather, or visibility. assists the crew in operation of the paired by other Services using the same FVL provides the Army, Joint Force aircraft, mission execution and threat maintenance procedures. and our partners with the Reach, Pro- identification, engagement and avoid- Other areas of improvement will tection and Lethality to maintain our ance. FVL will do this by real-time come with: a Modular Open Architec- asymmetric advantage over current and sharing of sensor information with ture System (MOAS) enabling a “plug future adversaries. The FVL initiative other air, ground and sea based plat- and Play” approach to mission systems; has been Joint from inception and re- forms, by employing field level repro- improved, scalable, weapon systems; a mains one of the highest priorities for grammable sensors and jammers, and joint common operating picture; and DOD and Army Aviation moderniza- by having onboard and/or off board increased power regeneration, ground tion, and extremely important to future access to secure databases that auto- situational awareness, and physical national defense. The National Defense matically populate the CDA computer space to supported ground forces em- Strategy calls for a ready, rapidly de- and Joint Common Operating Picture barked on assault missions. ployable expeditionary force that can (COP). Additionally, FVL will increase An FVL equipped Joint Force project power on arrival, and FVL is survivability through an integrated all- provides increased capabilities to the critical to meeting this requirement for weather/degraded visual environment ground force commander and greater DOD and the Joint warfighter. capability allowing the joint force to options to Combatant Commanders choose when and where to operate. with a tactical weapons system that In the area of sustainment, FVL will can strategically self-deploy and con- COL Erskine R. Bentley is the U.S. be the benchmark of design – incorpo- duct operational level maneuver at ex- Army Training and Doctrine Command rating highly reliable components that peditionary distance. This significant Capability Manager for Future Vertical fail less often and require less scheduled increase over current capabilities will Lift, U.S. Army Aviation Center of maintenance. FVL will also be designed present future adversaries with mul- Excellence at Fort Rucker, AL. It’s Not Standard... The Air Comm But It Should Be. Uh-60m CAbin heATer • 16 lbs installed • Proven in the most extreme environments • High reliability • Unmatched customer support • Over 1,600 units installed on UH-60A, L, and M • Fully qualified; available now

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ARMY AVIATION Magazine 45 February 28, 2017 From the Field u U.S. ARMY PHOTO BY AMANDA STAIRRETT, 1ST INF. DIV. PUBLIC AFFAIRS PUBLIC DIV. 1ST INF. AMANDA STAIRRETT, ARMY PHOTO BY U.S.

Air Cavalry and the Aviation Restructure Initiative – A Year in Review from the Tactical Level By LTC Andrew M. Beyer

arly in the spring of 2015, 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry de- combined with the disciplined execution of the fundamentals E ployed to the National Training Center (NTC) as an avia- of reconnaissance and security and new equipment, could en- tion task force with 47 aircraft and a 500 trooper task force sup- able a similar transition as from the days of the horse cavalry porting 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team’s (ABCT) prepa- to armored personnel carriers. Historically, the CAV’s adapt- ration to deploy to Iraq. In the months following this rotation, ability has been one of its greatest qualities keeping it as such the Squadron would quickly shift fires to focus on the transi- a critical asset in the Division arsenal. If the Squadron could tion of the Squadron to the new Heavy Armed Reconnaissance harness the curiosity of the scout and the increased capability Squadron (H-ARS) structure as part of the Aviation Restructure brought on by the sensors and systems of the RQ-7BV2 Shad- Initiative (ARI). ow and the AH-64D Longbow, the CAV would enhance its Over the next year, the Squadron would turn-in the OH- ability of being the eyes and ears of the battlefield. The equip- 58D Kiowa Warrior helicopters and associated equipment. ment has changed, but the necessity of empowering maneu- During this period the unit would also have over an 80% ver commanders with the critical and real time information to turnover in personnel while additionally receiving AH-64D make timely and accurate decisions remains just as relevant on Longbow Apaches from the Army National Guard and RQ- today’s battlefield as it was in 1861. 7BV2 Shadow Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). At the end of the transition, the CAV Squadron would grow from Fundamentals of Reconnaissance having 6 x OH-58D platoons to having 6 x AH-64D pla- 1. Ensure continuous reconnaissance toons and 3 x RQ-7BV2 Shadow platoons. This new capabil- 2. Do not keep reconnaissance assets in reserve ity enables each troop to execute Manned Unmanned Team- 3. Orient of the reconnaissance objective ing (MUM-T) as an independent element with 2 x AH-64D 4. Report all information rapidly and accurately platoons and an organic Shadow Platoon. 5. Retain freedom to maneuver The Fighting Sixth strongly sought to transition while sus- 6. Gain and maintain contact taining the “CAV Mentality.” The AIR CAV Scout curiosity, 7. Develop the situation rapidly

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 46 February 28, 2017 OH-58 Kiowa helicopters from 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment., 1st Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, fly above the 1st Inf Div. Commanding General’s Mounted Color Guard June 23, 2015 at Fort Riley, Kansas, as a tribute to the last flight of the Kiowas due to the decision to transition the aircraft from use by the Army.

Fundamentals of Security Squadron remained at two of nine maintenance test pilots in 1. Provide early and accurate warning early March. 2. Provide reaction time and maneuver space This was also a similar situation for the RQ-7 Platoons. 3. Orient of the force, area, or facility to be protected Many of the UAS personnel were still in transition courses 4. Perform continuous reconnaissance when the Shadow New Equipment Training Team began 5. Maintain enemy contact which limited the ability to fully harness the initial training. For other units making this transition, the recommendation Milestones / Challenges is to press harder earlier for more manning before the unit The following were the milestones and challenges of the begins the fielding process. Getting the right people early is transition of the Fighting Sixth through the Aviation Re- key to maximizing the time and training opportunities to structure Initiative. increase efficiently. • 10 March – 10 April 2015: NTC Rotation 15-04 47 x The other key recommendation for the unit transition is to, Helicopters flew 2,250 flight hours in support 2nd Armored whenever possible, stabilize key leaders during the process. The Brigade Combat Team Fighting Sixth was very fortunate to have several very talented • 08 June 2015: 1st Infantry Division OH-58D Kiowa War- leaders within the Squadron when we began the process. The rior Ceremonial Final Flight in conjunction with Victory week Senior Warrant Officer Advisor and CSM played pivotal roles • 01-31 July 2015: Divestiture flights to Davis Monthan in the transition of personnel while the XO, Aviation Support Airforce Base, AZ and Redstone Arsenal, AL Troop Commander, and PC Officer were focused on the prop- • 15 October – 15 November 2015: Receipt of 24 x AH- erty inventories and transfers. The Standardization Instructor 64D from the Army National Guard Pilot and the Troop Commanders were absolutely critical in • 25 January – 29 April 2016: RQ-7BV2 Fielding and New maintaining a safe training plan with so many moving parts. Equipment Training In July 2016, eight months after receiving the Apaches and • July – September 2016: 1st AH-64D Fully MUM-T six months after receiving the first RQ-7s, the Squadron ex- equipping and modifications ecuted its first aerial gunnery qualifying 21 x AH-64D and • July 2016: Aerial Gunnery (21 x AH-64 Crews Table VI 5 x RQ-7 crews through Table VI as part of a gated training Qualified / 5 x RQ-7 Crews Table VI Qualified) strategy. Over the next few months the Squadron will continue • August – September 2016: Platoon and Troop EXEVALS to progress and execute a Squadron Level Exercise in October • October 2016: Saber FOCUS Major Field Training Exer- to further build and validate the unit’s Mission Essential Task cise and Advanced Aerial Gunnery Tables List (METL). As the Heavy Armed Reconnaissance Squadron (H-ARS) The leaders and junior leaders across the Squadron thrived structure continues to build and mature within the CAV, main challenges with many of them transitioning right along with neuver commanders should anticipate the return of the close the equipment. Of 63 warrant officers that were told in De- support and curiosity of the AIR CAV Scout. Now riding cember of 2015 to anticipate they would not get a transition, a different horse, the enhanced capabilites of the manned- 58 of them did. Many of them received transitions as 150U unmanned teaming will undoubtedly take the CAV into the UAS Platoon Leaders and continue to be instrumental as our next chapter of its long proud history. Manned-Unmanned Teaming (MUM-T) capacity continues 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment is currently forward to grow and progress. Eleven aviators that were prior OH- deployed to the Republic of Korea under the command of LTC 58D aviators completed the AH-64D Aircraft Qualification Clint Cody and CSM Joshua Bryan; it is the first AH-64D Course and returned to the Fighting Sixth. Many of our crew- and RQ-7 Shadow equipped air cavalry squadron deployed to chiefs and maintainers also transitioned and quickly fought to the Korean Peninsula. re-achieve the HQDA Standard for aviation maintenance. In some cases the equipping was the catalyst for the manning and it took some time to get the unit resynched as we equipped LTC Andrew Beyer commanded 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry first, then manned to train. Many of our key maintainers were Regiment from February 2015 to August 2016; he is currently not assigned to the Squadron when the aircraft arrived. Having the commander of 1st Combat Aviation Brigade (Rear), Fort received 24 x AH-64Ds in the middle of November 2015, the Riley, KS.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 47 February 28, 2017 From the Field u The Army Reprogramming Analysis Team: 25 Years of Transformation By Jason M. Juliano and Joseph S. Skarbowski

The dispersion of aviation units during Opera- tion “Desert Storm” highlighted the difficulties of ASE reprogramming.

Regulation 525-15, existed to some degree prior to this mandate, the ARAT Program Office recognizes this date as the birth of today’s ARAT infrastructure. The First Decade (1992 – 2001) In 1992, the ARAT organization consisted of a CECOM Software En- gineering Directorate engineering team and a threat analysis capability within the Army’s Training and Doctrine Command. During its first full year of operation, ARAT, led by the Army TSS Rapid Reprogramming Project Office (ATRR-PO), sustained the AN/APR- 39A(V)1 and AN/APR-39(V)2 Ra- PHOTO FROM DEFENSE.GOV ARCHIVE PHOTO FROM DEFENSE.GOV dar Warning Receivers, and produced a total of four software releases. The commanding general of AMC ecember 2016 marked the 25th year Cold War Origins signed a charter for the ATRR-PO in D of the Army’s Rapid Software Re- In the mid-1980s, the Army Science 1993 formalizing the ATRR-PO’s ob- programming (RSR) infrastructure that Board (ASB) recognized a problem in jectives and responsibilities for synchro- develops, delivers and sustains software responding to threat changes in the nizing the various elements of ARAT. for electronic warfare (EW) systems and EMS. The question wasn’t “Could the Subsequent revisions to the charter re- other electromagnetic spectrum (EMS) Army respond?” but “How quickly can fined the Project Office’s scope as it re- capabilities to support commanders the Army respond?” to sudden changes structured from the ATRR-PO to the across the full range of military opera- in the operating modes of enemy weap- “ARAT-Project Office” (1996), and then tions. The Aviation and EW Commu- ons systems such as radar-guided guns to the “ARAT-Program Office” (2008). nities know this organization as Army and missiles. ARAT’s drive for transformation Materiel Command’s (AMC) Commu- Reality confirmed the ASB’s concerns emerged in 1994 and, with the de- nications-Electronics Command (CE- in 1998 when a training exercise named velopment and incorporation of the COM) Software Engineering Center “Serene Byte” demonstrated the difficulty Memory Loader/Verifiers into the re- (SEC) Army Reprogramming Analysis in rapidly responding to threat changes programming process, ARAT took the Team (ARAT). affecting target sensing system (TSS) first major move towards the concept of For 25 years, ARAT software and performance. A greater “reality check” for true RSR. This device, still in use today network engineers, computer scien- the Army came during Operation through technology modifications, af- tists, and staff specialists have dedicat- Desert Shield/Storm with fords a significant time saving and cost- ed themselves to protecting Soldiers the challenge of reprogramming aircraft effective solution for RSR compared and sustaining their air and ground survivability equipment (ASE) on to prior approaches. Also that year, systems, enabling them to accomplish aircraft geographically dispersed across ARAT and the U.S. Air Force jointly the Army’s mission: fight and win our the Arabian Peninsula. developed the ARAT Bulletin Board Nation’s wars. Focused on quality, effi- In December 1991, AMC instituted System which served as the primary ciency, rapid software reprogramming a solution to this concern by designat- means of information transfer between and distribution, and transformation, ing CECOM as the “focal point and ARAT sites and the global Army re- ARAT has not only contributed to ad- lead major subordinate command for programming community, becoming dressing a Cold War concern but has executing rapid software reprogramming the forerunner of today’s ARAT War- also expanded in capabilities and ef- responsibilities assigned to AMC.” Al- fighter Survivability Software Support fectiveness to counter complex threats though the Army reprogramming con- Portal (AWSSSP). in today’s operational environment. cept, as outlined in the original Army In 1997, ARAT began providing

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 48 February 28, 2017 support to the Aviation Mission Plan- lenges of wartime software sustainment. FMS support to more than 15 nations. ning System (AMPS). AMPS would While supporting Soldiers in Iraq More importantly, ARAT’s significance eventually be utilized as the reprogram- and Afghanistan remained the fore- is in the countless number of Soldiers ming platform for Aviation systems most priority for ARAT in the 2000s, protected and missions they have accom- through the EW Officer Support Soft- its mission scope continued to grow. plished successfully around the globe; ware, predecessor of the present-day This included participating in the Avi- and ARAT does not plan to rest on its ARAT Survivability Software Loader. ation Resource Management Surveys laurels as it moves into its next 25 years. Another important development in program, assisting ASE professionals A number of challenges await ARAT’s first decade was the relation- at the U.S. Army Aviation Center of ARAT in the next decade and beyond. ship building accomplished by ARAT Excellence, opening an infrastructure These include the complex, congested members who conducted numerous enhancement activity in Georgia, and and contested realms of cyberspace world-wide site visits to aviation units, establishing a support cell in Hunts- and the EMS, changes in doctrine that educating aircrews on ASE function- ville, AL, to support acquisition and place increasing emphasis on Cyber ality and ARAT-provided services. AMC requirements. Electromagnetic Activities (CEMA), PMO ARAT GRAPHIC PMO ARAT U.S. ARMY ARAT-PO PHOTO ARMY ARAT-PO U.S. SEC ARAT, along with the USAF and USN, ARAT innovations of the past 25 years have significantly reduced the time and effort associated with successfully tested innovative initial software Rapid Software Reprogramming. distribution methods from the aircraft carrier USS Kennedy (CV-67) in February 1996.

ARAT also began software sustain- In the 2010s, ARAT experienced a and the requirements of a globally re- ment for select Air Force, Navy and mission expansion that took it beyond sponsive, regionally focused Army. Marine Corps ASE items, as well as software sustainment for ASE. The first ARAT’s responses to these challeng- reinforcing national Security Assis- growth was into the infrared spectrum es will include increasing automation tance objectives through products and with ARAT support to the AN/AAR- and streamlining processes to reduce technical support to foreign military 57 Common Missile Warning System reprogramming timelines, continu- sales (FMS) customers. (CMWS), followed by expansion into ing collaboration with other Army and During the 1990s, ARAT conducted the ground EW domain when the Joint-service engineering organizations its first opportunity for reprogramming CREW Duke V2/V3 transitioned to to leverage complementary capabilities, during a contingency operation when, ARAT sustainment. With the introduc- training and retaining the best engi- in 1994, the Army utilized ARAT re- tion of both systems, ARAT developed neering talent available, and providing programmed ASE software during and introduced more innovations and Soldiers with the tools needed to enable “Operation Provide Com- improvements into its software engi- efficient software installation and effec- fort/Deny Flight.” Five years neering environment such as automated tive ASE employment. With a vision of later, ARAT conducted its first war- testing, ASE display virtualization and being the Army’s premier organization time RSR for Army aviators in Koso- the CMWS Integrated Support Station providing RSR, and employing a core vo during “Operation Joint as featured in the October 2015 edition competency of synergizing organic capa- Guardian,” an experience that was of ARMY AVIATION magazine. bilities to rapidly respond to the needs of an invaluable precursor for another the Army, other Services, Allies and non- transformation that ARAT would need What the Future Holds (FY 2017 and DoD agencies, ARAT looks to 2017 and early in the next century. Beyond) beyond to continue writing the chapters One can see the significance of of its history in support of America’s ARAT at War (2001 – Present) ARAT’s mission by reviewing the num- commanders and their Soldiers. When war came to America on Sep- bers: software sustainment of seven mis- tember 11, 2001, ARAT saw an imme- sion-critical systems (installed on more Mr. Jason M. Juliano is the ARAT Pro- diate increase in its OPTEMPO. The than 4,000 aircraft and 30,000 ground gram Officer at Aberdeen Proving Ground, first few days after the attacks set the vehicles), an annual average of 35 soft- MD; and Mr. Joseph Skarbowski provides beginning of a journey during which ware releases over the past three years, contractor support to the SEC ARAT-PO ARAT would adapt to meet the chal- upwards of 5,400 AWSSSP users, and as the Future Operations Officer.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 49 February 28, 2017 75 Years of Army Aviation

Combat Debut By Mark Albertson

November 8, 1942, American troops stormed ashore at Safi, Casablanca and Port Lyautey. The Allied invasion of French northwest Africa was on: the first concerted land action by the Western Allies against the Axis in the European Theater of Operations; and, which also marked the combat debut of the Air Observation Post concept.

The following day, November 9, Captain Ford “Ace” Allcorn would lead three other Army Aviators into action.

* * * * * ALL PHOTOS WIKIMEDIA COMMONS, PUBLIC DOMAIN WIKIMEDIA COMMONS, ALL PHOTOS USS Ranger (CV-4), 8 May 1938 ixty miles offshore, USS Ranger (CV-4) turned into Sthe wind. The flattop was plowing the Atlantic at 25 knots. Captain Allcorn was in the lead plane; followed by Tree. A 5-inch 38-caliber nearly took out Lieutenant Shell, Lieutenants William A. Butler, Jr. and John R. Shell. Riding bursting in the wake of his lumbering Cub. shotgun for Lieutenant Butler was Captain Brendon A. Allcorn and his wing mates dived for the deck. Other Devol, Jr. ships in the invasion force opened up. Tracers whizzed Bluejackets seized the tail of Allcorn’s Cub. The aviator round the Cubs like angry bees. Flak puffs blossomed like revved the Continental power plant. The tars let go. The Cub flowers. Allcorn wave hopped towards the beach. Around shot forward, into the teeth of a 35-knot blow. “I was in the air him, bullets splashed. A forest of geysers rose and fell. almost as soon as they let go,” said Allcorn. About a hundred yards from the breaking surf, Allcorn Allcorn circled the flattop until Butler and Shell joined up. brought the Cub round hard and raced along the beach. The trio then pointed their noses towards the coast, flying in Machine gunners from the 2nd Armored Division bracketed an echelon right formation. Altitude: 2,000 feet. The flight the intruder. The Cub’s windscreen exploded, peppering was uneventful . . . that is, until three miles from the beach. Allcorn with shards of glass. Smoke belched from the cowling, The aviators took on an echelon left formation. Suddenly, trailing off into the slipstream. USS Brooklyn (CL-40) began blinking like a Christmas Vichy machine guns joined the raucous cacophony. French slugs chewed the wings, underside and fuselage. Pain shot up Allcorn’s right side, as bullets tore into his leg. The beleaguered aviator spied a patch of ground, coaxed the mortally wounded Cub in and pancaked in a rush of broken gear, snapping struts and shredded fabric. He hauled himself from out of the wreck, then dragged himself clear as the L-4 tore itself to bits in a paroxysm of smoke and flame. Meanwhile Butler and Shell had set down near Vichy lines and were taken prisoner. They were soon released and rejoined friendly forces. Allcorn was helped by civilians to American lines. The gallant aviator paid a hefty price for his brief passage in the history books: The first Army Aviator to fly off a carrier; the first in combat; the first shot down; and the first to be wounded.

Mark Albertson is the award winning historian for Army LT William A. Butler, Jr. and CPT Brendon A. Devol, Jr. prepare to take off. Aviation Publications, Inc.

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ARMY AVIATION Magazine 51 April/May 2016 AAAAu Network I Recognition I Voice I Support

AAAA Chapter Affairs By LTC (Ret.) Jan Drabczuk I greatly appreciate the support from Brian Holmes, the Central Florida President, COL (Ret) Kevin Vizzarri, VP of Membership and MSG (Ret) Sam Richards, Chapter Secretary for authoring and sharing this chapter information. The Central Florida Chapter By LTC (Ret.) Jan S. Drabczuk and ILT Thomas Westall

n spite of the lack of an Army installation or Aviation I unit within 75 miles of Orlando, the Central Florida chapter was established in 1985 and has grown to over 500 members by maintaining a focus on supporting the Aviation Solider and family, as well as the extended Army community. CHAPTER GRAPHIC

Their base of members consists of ac- Sunshine Chapter’s Army Birthday Ball. Awards tive duty, retired military, government One of the activities that the Chap- In 2016, the Central Florida Chap- employees and contractors that create ter is most proud of is their annual ter was pleased to participate with the a unique “Joint” chapter with mem- tradition of purchasing Thanksgiving U.S. Army Program Executive Of- bers from the Army, Navy, Air Force and Christmas food baskets for Army fice for Simulation, Training and In- and Marine Corps as well as the large Aviation families who have a loved one strumentation (PEO STRI) in their simulation and training industry con- deployed or have a financial need. Over annual “All Saints Ball,” an event to tractor base in the Central Florida area. the past 18 years, the Central Florida celebrate PEO STRI personnel ac- The Central Florida Chapter boasts Chapter has purchased and delivered complishments, and to recognize the one of the longest continuous number over 600 food baskets to our Army history and contributions of each U.S. of monthly meetings, and in December families! Partnerships with local busi- Army Branch. Four PEO STRI per- 2016 they conducted their 275th con- nesses like Publix are key to enabling sonnel were nominated and approved secutive Monthly Social! the Central Florida Chapter to con- by the Chapter Board of Directors to tinue their support for Army Aviation Activities receive the Bronze Order of Saint Mi- and the community in Central Florida! chael (OSM) awards at the 2016 All Chapter meetings are conducted The Chapter’s holiday support doesn’t Saints Ball, and three more PEO STRI as networking “Socials” to provide an end with food baskets – they also pro- personnel were awarded Bronze OSM informal forum for industry, academia mote the USMC Toys for Tots Cam- awards that were presented at the 2017 and the Joint military community. paign at their December Social, which Ball. Each month’s Social is sponsored by a has become one of their most well-at- The Central Florida Chapter sup- local industry partner, and the money tended events of the year. The Chapter ports the four pillars of AAAA, and their raised helps to fund their robust Schol- has contributed over $14,000 in toys for strong base of industry sponsors and arship program. There are even special the campaign, and each year they fill a membership base makes that happen – nights throughout the year dedicated 17-foot U-Haul truck to the roof with a great Chapter with a strong history of to Membership Night, Veterans Day contributions from the Chapter and the programs and community support. and the Holiday Toys for Tots drive. Social attendees! Feel free to contact me if you need The Chapter’s annual Scholarship The Chapter also helps to mentor help for your chapter, Executive Board Golf Tournament raises a significant future Army Aviators, and in 2016 support, or to obtain clarification of portion of the $24,000 in scholarships they provided funding to three cadets National procedures. I look forward that the Chapter offers to qualified from the University of Central Florida to working with you and supporting Chapter members and families. To date ROTC unit selected for the Aviation AAAA. the Central Florida Chapter has given Branch for them to attend the AAAA out over $185,000 in scholarships to 67 National Summit. The Chapter also students! The tournament is held as an provided $1000 in honoraria to the associate event in support of the Joint three Cadets, and hosted a dinner at LTC (Ret.) Jan S. Drabczuk services Training and Simulation Indus- the house of one of the Chapter offi- AAAA VP for Chapter Affairs try Symposium (TSIS) and the AUSA cers to provide some “career guidance”! [email protected]

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 52 February 28, 2017 Network I Recognition I Voice I Support uAAAA AAAA Chapter News Aloha Chapter Luau Lindbergh Chapter Christmas Party CHAPTER COURTESY PHOTO CHAPTER COURTESY The Lindbergh AAAA Chapter held its annual Christmas Party on December 7th at Syberg’s restaurant in Maryland Heights, Missouri. They took a moment to remember Pearl Harbor Day and to think of the friends that are no longer with them. Chapter President, Dave

CHAPTER COURTESY PHOTO CHAPTER COURTESY Weller, reviewed the year’s activities and discussed potential activities The Aloha Chapter sponsored a 25th Cbt. Avn. Bde. Luau Ball at for 2017 to include the Spring Happy Hour, possible Golf Tournament, Paradise Cove Luau in Ko Olina, Oahu, Hawaii on Nov. 17, 2016. The Fly-in, and the Christmas Party. The members enjoyed some good event was held in place of the annual brigade ball. Partially subsidized food and we finished off the event by handing out several raffle prizes. by AAAA National, Soldiers were able to experience a Hawaiian Luau for a greatly discounted price which included a Polynesian culture North Star Chapter 34th CAB Ball show with a fire dance and Imu ceremony. Distinguished guests included Aloha Chapter members LTG Anthony Crutchfield, the Pacific Command (PACOM) Deputy Commander and MG (Ret.) Virgil Packett, former Aviation Branch Chief. Keystone Chapter Professional Forum CHAPTER COURTESY PHOTO CHAPTER COURTESY COL Shawn Manke, commander of 34th Combat Aviation Brigade and North Star Chapter President, addresses attendees at the brigade’s 18th annual ball Dec. 3, 2016 at Treasure Island Resort in Welch, MN. Hosted by the chapter, the guest speaker was SGT Thomas Block, 2014 Army Times Soldier of the Year. CHAPTER COURTESY PHOTO CHAPTER COURTESY On Dec. 9, 2016 the Keystone Chapter held their Annual Professional Want to change your Forum at Lebanon Valley College, near Fort Indiantown Gap, PA. The No Problem! event marked the 6th anniversary of this forum and was keynoted by AAAA Chapter Affiliation? Colonel J. Ray Davis, Chief of the Army National Guard Aviation and Call 203-268-2450 Training Division. After four years of service as Chapter President, COL David E. Wood passed on the role to LTC (P) Gregg Clark.

New Chapter Officers Connecticut Chapter Great Lakes Chapter Keystone Chapter VP Membership and VP Communications, President, Paul Fitzpatrick VP Membership, MAJ Michael Bertsch Christina Beale Treasurer, CPT Kelly Carbary Morning Calm Chapter Corpus Christi Chapter VP Scholarship, Lee Fuller President, COL Lance Calvert Secretary, Tammy Tuttle Idaho Snake River Chapter VP Awards, 1LT Liza Dye VP Activities, David Florez Secretary, CW2 Devon Love VP Benefits, Jorge Aguilar Rising Sun Chapter Secretary, SGM Danny Davis VP Membership, Manny Guzman Iron Mike Chapter VP Membership, CW4 Stormy McLemore Ripley, Tennessee Valley Chapter Desert Oasis Chapter Ret. Secretary, MAJ John Sampsel Treasurer, COL Gerald Davis, Ret.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 53 February 28, 2017 AAAAu Network I Recognition I Voice I Support Warriors In Memoriam To The Workforce Colonel Ted Archer Crozier Sr., NASHVILLE U.S. Army Retired .) J oe PISANO AAPI PHOTO BY CW4 (RET.) JOE PISANO AAPI PHOTO BY CW4 (RET.) AAPI PHOTO BY CW4 (R et

AAAA is saddened to announce the peaceful passing of COL (Ret.) Ted Crozier on January 9, 2017 at Blanchfield Army Community Hospital, Fort Campbell, KY. He was 91. Transitioning from During his 32 years of service he served continuously in aviation and military to civilian life? infantry units from company through brigade levels. He commanded the 76-aircraft 101st Aviation Company that utilized the Army’s first UH-1As for field testing, a unit that was later reorganized Resume reviewers on site into the Army’s first aviation battalion. His company was the first to demonstrate troop-rappelling from the UH-1A, to use multiple to advise job seekers! refueling points, and to use camouflage-painted UH-1As. The 101st Aviation Battalion (Provisional) became the model for future battalions. As a LTC, he was selected to command and reorganize the division’s REGISTER TODAY! aviation assets along with the U.S. Army-Vietnam assets into the 160th warriorstotheworkforcebna.net Aviation Group (later the 101st Aviation Group), while maintaining its combat commitments to include the five-division assault into the Ashau Valley. This one-year task took six months and during this period the 101st Airborne Division (AASLT) was selected as AAAA’s “Aviation Hiring Event Unit of the Year.” Thurs., 4/27 – 1100 -1700 He then became chief of the 16,000-member Aviation Warrant Officer Branch, his many innovative approaches improving many Fri., 4/28 – 1130 -1530 aspects of AWO management. Later, he served as President of the Army portion of the DoD Close Air Support Study, which prevented Presented in association with the Army’s attack helicopters from being placed under U.S. Air Force command and control. He was the first Aviator to serve as Chief of Staff of the 101st Airborne Division (AASLT), also serving as the first “Honorary Colonel of the 101st Aviation Regiment,” and was inducted into the Hosted by Army Aviation Hall of Fame in 1989 and into the Gold Honorable Order of St. Michael in 2015. American A former AAAA National Vice President, he remained active in Freedom AAAA and the local community following retirement in 1977. The Foundation following year he was elected and served 8 years as mayor of Clarksville, TN and subsequently presided as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Fort Campbell Historical Foundation. There is a stretch of Army Aviation roadway that bears the name Ted A. Crozier Sr. Boulevard in Clarksville Mission Solutions to honor his legacy. Summit A Celebration of Life was held Jan. 14 at Madison Street United Methodist Church in Clarksville, TN immediately followed by burial quad-a.org/17Summit with full Military Honors at Greenwood Cemetery. #17SUMMIT May he rest in peace.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 54 February 28, 2017 u Network I Recognition I Voice I Support Network I Recognition I Voice I Support uAAAA Order of St. Michael and Our Lady of Loreto Inductees Summit Aviation Center Chapter CW4 Dana Brewer, safety officer for 1st Bn., 123rd Avn. Regt., is inducted into the Bronze App Honorable Order of St. Michael by battalion commander, LTC(P) Paul Berg (left), and CW5 Jason Rayburn at Cairns Army Airfield, Fort Rucker, AL on Dec. 15, 2016. Brewer was recognized for his more than 25 years of Aviation service. He will work for Army Fleet Support, a division of L3 Technologies, at Fort Rucker.

CHAPTER COURTESY PHOTO CHAPTER COURTESY 17SUMMIT Corpus Christi Chapter Free Download Mr. Robert B. Sharp, chief operations officer for Corpus Christi Army Depot, TX, is inducted into the Bronze Honorable Order of St. Michael by CCAD commander and chapter president, COL Allan H. Lanceta during a Dec. 2, 2016 ceremony at the depot. Sharp was recognized for his unwavering support to Army Aviation since 2011 as CCAD Chief of Operations, Director of Power Train Production, Engines Production, and Production. He will continue serving as CCAD Chief Operations Officer. CHAPTER PHOTO BY MS. TAMMY TUTTLE TAMMY CHAPTER PHOTO BY MS. North Star Chapter Chapter president and 34th Cbt. Avn. Bde. commander, COL Shawn P. Manke, and brigade senior NCO, CSM Stephen D. Cunnien, induct 6 brigade Soldiers into the Bronze Honorable Order of St. Michael during With the app, you can: the Brigade Annual Ball, Dec. 3, 2016 at · Search for exhibitors Treasure Island Resort in Welch, MN. Pictured (l to r) are CW2 (Ret.) Jaclyn D. Ciffra, · Review the schedule previously assigned to F/1-189 GSAB; MAJ · View the floor plan Jonathan P. Andrews, assigned to 34th Inf. · Create a daily schedule Div.; MAJ Kyle B. Liudahl, 34th CAB; CW4 · Receive event alerts Jon C. Eidem, 834th Avn. Spt. Bn. (ASB); SGM Terry G. Johnson, 834th ASB; and iPhone/iPad App

CHAPTER COURTESY PHOTO CHAPTER COURTESY MAJ Andrew T. Ueland, 34th CAB. iTunes App Store Android App Washington-Potomac Chapter Google Play COL (Ret.) Donald L. Wellen, Air Traffic & All other devices Airspace Officer, Aviation and Safety Division, chirpe.com/17Summit scan code Army National Guard, is inducted into the Bronze Honorable Order of St. Michael at the Army National Guard Readiness Center (ARN- Sponsored by GRC), by Chapter Executive V.P., COL (Ret.) Robert E. Godwin. Wellen was being recognized for his outstanding support to Army Avia- tion as a non-Aviator for significant contribu- 2017 ArMy AvIATIon tions to Army Aviation units and Soldiers over MISSIon SolUTIonS SUMMIT 26 years in areas of training and simulation. Also participating in the ceremony were CW5 Sponsored by AAAA (Ret.) Dan Curry (left), V.P. Awards and far right quad-a.org/17SUMMIT CHAPTER PHOTO BY DEL HARDIMAN COL Jakie R. Davis, Division Chief.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 55 February 28, 2017 AAAAu Network I Recognition I Voice I Support

AAAA Membership By CW5 (Ret.) Dave Cooper

The Membership Corner –

he numbers are in and 2016 was a good year for T AAAA membership! I want to thank the Chapter Membership vice presidents and the Membership Committee for making it happen.

Through their hard work and limitless or more new members. If you didn’t re- energies AAAA enjoyed a steady mem- ceive your $100 for recruiting 10 new bership count throughout last year. In members, you need to ask yourself, January 2017 AAAA boasted a mem- “Why not?” bership of 17,354 National Guard, Re- Are you missing AAAA emails? servists, Active Duty and civilians. The More than 1,000 of our members have breakdown is 4,069 life members, 8,100 either no email address or a bad address. individual members, 2,924 industry Make sure your account is up to date by members, and 2,261 deployed mem- visiting quad-a.org and clicking the “Are bers. Our membership includes 3,219 you missing AAAA Emails?” on the enlisted Soldiers, 2,912 warrant officers left hand side of the page. You can also and 4,470 commissioned officers. Of check your AAAA profile while on the our uniformed members 54% represent website by clicking the LOGIN tab at Active Duty, 23% National Guard, 3% the top of the page. If you ever attend- U.S. Army Reserve and 20% retirees. ed an AAAA event you already have a While these numbers are strong, each login. Click that button and check to population has room to grow. ensure your email address is correct. We added 1,060 new Life Members AAAA’s 2,261 deployed members to our rolls last year. These folks decided represent more than 13% of our to- that AAAA is worthy of their lifetime tal membership. The FREE deployed Several of these states are just beginning loyalty. This is humbling and AAAA membership is good for 15 months. To the process to form their own chapter. does not take it lightly. Of those new activate your deployed membership go Of the more than 160 unaffiliated mem- Life Members 985 took advantage of to quad-a.org and click the Member- bers abroad 101 members are in Europe. the $250 Lifetime offer. Forty-two of ship button. Then click the Join button. Again, we could use your help with this our seventy-two AAAA chapters took About halfway down the page is the issue. advantage of the reduced Lifetime “Deployed?” button. Click it, fill in the It is a quick and simple process to Membership enrollment fee by host- form and click submit. initially affiliate with a chapter or to ing membership events. Most took An issue we do need your help with change the chapter you are affiliated place during regularly scheduled meet- is bringing our unaffiliated members in with. You can go to quad-a.org and click ings while others were done in con- from the cold! The advantages are nu- the membership tab and follow the di- junction with specific AAAA events. merous. It’s the best way to keep up with rections. Or you can contact AAAA di- The Air Assault chapter brought in 83 what’s going on in the local chapter. It’s rectly at [email protected]. Just tell us new Lifers, while the Flint Hills chap- also a great way to stay in touch with which chapter you’d like to be affiliated ter brought in 80 new Lifers, and the what’s going on at AAAA National. with. It’s that easy and it’s FREE. Jimmy Doolittle chapter brought in 61 Today we have almost 1,900 unaffili- Again, thanks to all the chapter new Lifers. It is great to be part of an ated members across the U.S. The state membership officers and the Member- organization where that many people with the largest number of unaffiliated ship Committee for making 2016 a have decided that they want to be as- members is Florida followed by Cali- successful year! sociated with AAAA for life. fornia and Texas. There are many unaf- AAAA awards the top monthly re- filiated members in states with a signifi- CW5 (Ret.) Dave Cooper cruiters with $100 for bringing in 10 cant National Guard aviation footprint. AAAA Vice President for Membership

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AAAA Family Forum

This “Soldier’s Soldier” Did

Not Serve Alone By Judy Konitzer and Heidi Smith

any are aware that an aviation icon M recently passed at the age of 93 in his residence in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Tom [BG (Ret.) Tom Konitzer] and I had the privilege of attending MG (Ret.) James C. Smith’s Memorial Service on December 17, 2016 in Snellville, Georgia. PHOTO PROVIDED BY THE SMITH FAMILY PHOTO PROVIDED BY While there, we visited with his family and friends, and heard MG James C. Smith (center) during his promotion to major general eulogies, which brought back many memories of our times receiving his new rank from wife, Doris (right), and father and mother, Cliff with this great Soldier’s Soldier. and Aurora Smith. I am sure that most “old-timers” will remember seeing Jim in his Stetson (CAV hat) at AAAA conventions, 1st veteran of three wars, James C. Smith’s career was impressive Cav, and 6th Cav reunions, as well as numerous Fort Rucker by any measure. But behind the medals, commendations, and events. We laughed along with the other attendees as his accomplishments was a humble man of faith who credited now grandson-in-law, Reverend Kurt Petersheim, officiated his wife of 66 years with making it possible for him to lead, at the Memorial and Service of Celebration, and related his achieve, and excel.” meeting the “General” for the first time at the 2007 AAAA “In many letters from dad over the years, he repeated that Convention in Atlanta. Tom was AAAA President at the he wouldn’t be the man he had become without mom,” said time, and we could actually visualize this scene. one of my sisters. We also remembered seeing his eldest son, Ripp, proudly Dad would frequently relate a story to young soldiers that pushing his Dad around in a wheelchair as receiving lines illustrated his view of our mother as the “gold standard” for formed to pay respect and share “war stories.” Petersheim an Army wife. When a soldier would say he needed to be apparently was not too intimidated with all of this attention as reassigned because his wife missed her family, my father he went on to marry the General’s granddaughter. would tell him about Doris. She followed dad to Germany There were several eulogies from family members and in 1961 as the Berlin Wall was going up. Never outside the friends, but I was particularly moved with the words spoken United States before, Doris bravely traveled from the states to by MG Smith’s daughter, Heidi, who was kind enough to Germany on a troop transport plane with five children in tow, share some of these with us. They reminded me of how we the eldest just shy of 10 years old. The day Doris stepped off as spouses are truly in this Profession of Arms together, and the plane in Frankfurt with those kids she was seven months that we do indeed play a very important role in the successes pregnant with me. of our Soldiers. “Now, THAT is an Army wife,” dad would tell the soldier. A Daughter’s Tribute to her Parents “Does your wife still need to go home?” They say of military families that “they also serve who “Following the recent passing of my father at 93, friends stand and wait.” My mother exemplified that credo, caring and family shared many stories about his 39-year Army for seven children on her own for months and years while our career. From 17-year-old private to major general, a combat father was away. She helped us write letters to him when

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AAAA Legislative Report

By COL (Ret.) William H. Morris AAAA Representative to The Military Coalition (TMC) [email protected]

Senate Confirmations most notably former Presidential candidate and said that it would be sure to have an The Senate began the confirmation of Senator Mark Rubio (R-FL), expressed their impact on government services. In a recent President Trump’s cabinet commencing unfavorable outlook on his position on Russia study by Office of Personnel Management with the January 22nd, Inauguration and human rights in general. Once some of (OPM), 221,000 government employees Day vote which approved retired Marine, the other Republicans on the committee were hired in 2015. Some Democrats and former USCENTCOM Commander, pledged their support for Mr. Tillerson, believe the moratorium on hiring will curb General James Mattis as the Secretary of namely Russian hawks Senators Lindsey new talent from Universities and think tanks Defense and retired Marine, and former Graham (R-SC) and John McCain (R-AZ), from being recruited to develop the next USSOUTHCOM Commander John Kelly as eventually Senator Rubio acquiesced and Mr. generation of civil servants. Others point to the Secretary of Homeland Security. Both Tillerson passed the committee by an 11- the statistic that 44% of the current Federal generals’ confirmations received almost 10 vote. Some on the far right believe that employee populations are Veterans, and unanimous support but fell short of the these three senators caved to appease the that cuts to the Veteran’s Administration selection of 7 cabinet Secretaries selected President after initially being harsh critics of could be counter to that group of the Trump on the first day of the Obama Administration the nominees. The confirmation now awaits voting base who supported him during the eight years earlier. While both of the former the final Senate vote which is imminent as election. The Veterans Administration was retired generals were considered the least of this writing. Most believe that now the much maligned by President Trump on controversial, Democratic Senators to committee has passed him forward as the the campaign trail as he vowed to “Make include former Democratic Presidential recommended candidate it should be a shoe the Veterans Administration Great again”. candidate Bernie Sanders (D-VT) and rising in that the vote passes the full Senate. Placing a hiring freeze that affects the star Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) continue Veterans Administration certainly does to rally against President Trump’s other President Trump Signs not bode well for providing the catalyst to nominees. Although they don’t have the Federal Government Hiring support Trump’s plan for a VA make-up. votes to stop the confirmations they can Freeze delay votes as was done in the case of the President Trump continued his first week Army Wish List to the Hill incoming director of the Central Intelligence in office with broad, wide sweeping changes The Army has sent its new FY 2017- Agency. The next key appointee to be ratified to past Executive policies. One of these 2018 wish list to a Republican House and the following Monday, January 25th by the Presidential memorandums (PM) instituted Senate backed by a new President with Senate was Rep. Mike Pompeo (R-KS) as the an immediate hiring freeze for future and plans to grow the budget back to levels Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. currently vacant Federal job positions. The that are consistent with the percentage of Director Pompeo, a 1986 West Point memorandum did make exception for the the Gross Domestic Plan and to establish graduate who graduated first in his class military, and those positions directly tied to new legislation that would nullify the Budget and served as a cavalry officer in Germany national security and public safety. Some Control Act of 2011 and allow modernization and Colorado, went on to Harvard Law believe that the hiring freeze will have direct and training to continue forward. The top School and a successful business career effect on benefits and cause long delays “ask” for the Army is a plan to support the before being elected as the representative in processing benefits. President Trump on end strength of 476,000 for FY 2017 and from the Kansas 4th Congressional District. the other hand maintains that many of the the end strength of 490,000 for FY 2018. Director Pompeo has been critical of the current federal positions could be outsourced These requests would add $8.2 billion and Obama Administration’s support to Military to contractors and performed in a more cost $18.3 billion respectively in 2017 and 2018. Leaders and the lack of commitment on effective manner. Any individuals who have Additionally for Army Aviation, the wish list behalf of Service members. President Trump been offered a position prior to January 22, calls for $2.5 billion total for procurement. appeared agitated that Director Pompeo 2017 and report no later than February 22, This request includes funding for 20 Boeing was not confirmed before his Saturday, 2017 should still be expected to report to manufactured AH-64E helicopters split January 23rd visit to the CIA to address their new office. Those who were to report between new-builds and remanufactured members of the Langley Headquarters staff. after February 22, 2017 will be considered AH-64D models, 14 Boeing new-build The next key individual to face a tough path on a merit basis. As expected the American CH-47F, 17 Airbus North America LUH-72 to confirmation is Rex Tillerson, the former Federation of Government Employees, Helicopters and 12 additional Gray Eagle Chief Executive Officer of Mobil Exxon. Some the principal union serving government Unmanned Aircraft Systems produced by Foreign Relations Committee Republicans, employees, blasted the announcement General Atomics.

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SCO Successful Micro-Drone AirComm...... 43, 45 Demonstration Bell Helicopter - Military...... 26, 27 Boeing Defense, Space & Security...... 5 Coastal Seat Cushions, Inc...... 24 Columbia Helicopters, Inc...... 9 DynCorp International...... 7 Envoy Air (American Airlines)...... 31 MaxVision...... 35 MD Helicopter...... 25

DEFENSE DEPARTMENT PHOTO DEFENSE DEPARTMENT Meggitt Defense Systems...... 41 In one of the most significant tests of autonomous systems under Northrop Grumman Corporation...... 2 development by the Department of Defense, the Strategic Capabilities Phantom Products, Inc...... 17 Office (SCO), partnering with Naval Air Systems Command, Science and Engineering Services, SES, Inc...... 1 successfully demonstrated one of the world’s largest micro-drone Telephonics Corporation...... 72 swarms at China Lake, CA. The test, conducted in October 2016, Universal Avionics Systems Corp...... 13 consisted of 103 Perdix drones launched from three F/A-18 Super Viasat, Inc...... 29 Hornets. The micro-drones demonstrated advanced swarm behaviors Vinnell Arabia...... 40 such as collective decision-making, adaptive formation flying, and self- healing. Originally designed by Massachusetts Institute of Technology engineering students, the Perdix drone was modified for military use Dyncorp International LLC, Fort Worth, TX, was awarded by the scientists and engineers of MIT Lincoln Laboratory starting in a $30,790,391 modification to foreign military sales contract to 2013. As SCO works with the military Services to transition Perdix exercise option year three of a regional management fee for aviation into existing programs of record, it is also partnering with the Defense field maintenance services in support of the Army Aviation and Industrial Unit-Experimental, or DIUx, to find companies capable of Missile Command, Aviation Field Maintenance Division outside the accurately replicating Perdix using the MIT Lincoln Laboratory design. continental U.S. operations. This requirement includes, but is not Its goal is to produce Perdix at scale in batches of up to 1,000. limited to, the effort necessary to reset an aircraft to a fully mission capable condition; the installation of aircraft modifications under modification work orders; and support to various units and combat Contracts – (From various sources. An “*” by a company name aviation brigades; work will be performed in Afghanistan, Iraq, and indicates a small business contract) Kuwait, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2017. CAE USA Inc., Tampa, FL, was awarded a $50,079,091 cost-plus- Longbow Limited Liability Co., Orlando, FL, was awarded a fixed-fee contract for rotary wing flight training instructor support $25,000,000 firm-fixed-price contract to provide live cycle contractor services; work will be performed at Fort Rucker, Alabama, with an support for the fire control radar and unmanned aerial system tactical estimated completion date of March 31, 2026. common data link assembly; work will be performed in Orlando with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2017. Science Applications International Corp., McLean, VA, was awarded a $7,475,308 modification to contract W31P4Q-05-A-0031 2017 Upcoming Special Focus to replicate the pilot-vehicle interface between the UH-60M Black Hawk aircrew trainer, and the utility helicopter; work will be performed at Red- NETWORK l RECOGNITION l VOICE l SUPPORT March 31, 2016 March Guard/Reserve Aviation stone Arsenal, AL, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2017. Safety The Boeing Co., Mesa, AZ, was awarded a $10,887,958 firm- MEDEVAC Proponency fixed-price, foreign military sales contract (Kuwait) with options for Contact: post-production service support and performance base logistics for the Kuwait Air Force 64D Apache helicopters; work will be performed

2016 Mission Solutions Summit Bob Lachowski in Kuwait, with an estimated completion date of Dec. 31, 2021.

NETWORK l RECOGNITION l VOICE l SUPPORT April/May 2016 April/May [email protected] 75th Anniversary of Wyle Laboratories, Huntsville, AL; American Systems Corp., Army Aviation or Chantilly, VA; Bevilacqua Research Corp.,* Huntsville; and Army Aviation Mission Scientific Research Corp., Atlanta, GA, will share a $51,711,700 Solutions Summit cost-plus-fixed-fee contract for joint test and evaluation engineering Army Aviation Leadership Erika Burgess Annual Updates [email protected] services; work locations and funding will be determined with each AAAA_Army-Aviation_Cover_2016_V-280-Ground-Action_Scene_160314-R01.indd 1 3/15/2016 3:40:43 PM AAAA Chapter Directory 203. 268.2450 order, with an estimated completion date of July 7, 2018.

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SFC Sean R. Harmon Soldier of the Month MAJ Matthew J. Smith Conner Chavez MAJ Robert I. Sickler January 2017 MAJ Joseph Bradshaw Arizona Chapter MAJ Jimmie L. Canupp SPC Sarah J. Ronsani Honorable Order of November 2016 St. Michael Knight Mohawk Chapter Recipients SPC David F. Dickson Order of St. Michael CPT Walter R. Vogel December 2016 Recipients CPT Thomas C. Rice Ragin’Cajun Chapter Nelda Martinez Silver COL Timothy S. Paul, Ret. Instructor of the Month CSM Zach H. Hurst Our Lady of Loreto GS-09 Michael A. Marsh CW5 Kyle C. Hill Recipients December 2016 Bronze Erin K. Gardiner Colonial Virginia Chapter CW4 Tobias B. Long Lisa Marion MAJ Erin E. Braswell Tara Duplessie In Memoriam CW4 Donald E. Bullock, Jr. Rachel Gilman LTC Albert Fragola, Ret. CW3 Michael J. Anderson Lydia C. Van Zandt

AAAA Award Nominations are OPEN! AAAA Hall of Fame Inductions Presented at the Annual Army Aviation Mission Solutions Summit Suspense: June 1 AAAA Functional Awards Presented at the Aviation Mission Survivability Symposium n AMSO Award n ASE Award n Avionics Award n Donald F. Luce Depot Maintenance Artisan Award Suspense: July 1

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Aviation General Officer Command Selections Promotions/Assignments FY18 Colonel/Lieutenant MAJ/P Artino Daniel S Colonel Army Competitive MAJ/P Athanasakis Michael C + Category Centralized MAJ/P Buckner Boyce Ryan + Selection List - Command MAJ/P Camarano Adam S * and Key Billet MAJ/P Carlson Eric David * MAJ/P Cook Christopher Jordan The Army released, on Jan. MAJ/P Corrigan Chad Patrick 24, the names of the colonels/ LTC Greco Scott Wherry * lieutenant colonels selected for MAJ/P Griffith William John IV + command and key billets for MAJ/P Gunter John R B FY 18. AAAA congratulates the MAJ/P Guthrie Ryan Ann * following 111 aviation officers LTC Halsey Larry Craig on their selection. MAJ/P Hise Tyson James MAJ/P Hummel Brian M COL – Primary MAJ/P Johnson Jesse Ray * COL Atkins Gail Elizabeth MAJ/P Lane Christopher C LTC Lang Jarred Matthew +

NYARNG PHOTO NYARNG LTC/P Barrett Thomas Joseph * COL Cortez Ernesto Allen MAJ/P Lanzafama Michael MG Frank M. Muth, Program Manager, Saudi Arabian National MAJ/P Lavalley Jamie R * Guard Modernization Program, immediately following his LTC/P Doremus Darrell Anthony + LTC/P Garber William Bernard III* LTC Lee Chong Y promotion to his current rank on Jan. 11, 2017 in Riyahd, Saudi MAJ/P Miller John P III * Arabia by His Royal Highness, Mit’eb Bin Abdullah bin Abul Azizi, COL Harrington Bernard John * MAJ/P Moreshead Paul W Minister, Saudi Army National Guard. Also pictured are his wife, LTC/P Johnson Mark Christian LTC Mundell Zachary Jared + Lesley (left of the Prince), and longtime family friends Ms. Jen Helt LTC/P Kappelmann Mark Glenn + (right of Muth) and LTC Trovena Trussell. LTC/P Martin Richard Alden * LTC Parrish Brandon W * LTC/P Obadal Michael Anthony MAJ/P Ploetz Nicholas J + Changes of Command/ LTC/P Ott Mark P + LTC Raub Jason Scott + Responsibility COL Pierce Steven Mark LTC Robinson Guyton Lee * LTC/P Smith Kelsey Aaron * MAJ/P Sandoval Keith Paul Screaming Eagles Welcome Poppas LTC/P Vanzandt Lance Kevin * LTC Scullion James H COL Watkins Brian Todd * LTC Snyder Stephen Phillip LTC/P Weinshel Matthew Robert * MAJ/P Wilde Patrick Ryan * MAJ/P Wolfe Matthew Steven * COL – Alternate LTC/P Baugh Tammy Lynn LTC – Alternate LTC/P Blevins Jason Bradley * LTC Ambrose Lee E LTC/P Chivers Bryan James * LTC Anderson Spencer Myles COL Cunningham Gary Lee * LTC Armstrong Curtis M * COL Donnelly Robert Christopher* MAJ/P Becki Ralph L COL Ells Ronald Lee * LTC Berryhill Joshua Pennington COL Ferido George Gragasin * MAJ/P Buack Diosabelle Tabita COL Frawley Parker Leroy LTC Bustos Michael Joseph + COL Gignilliat Andrew Donlan * LTC Dall Nicholas Kyle LTC/P Higgins Joshua Patrick * LTC Dunning Richard E LTC Elias Jonathan G

U.S. ARMY U.S. PHOTO BY SGT WILLIAM WHITE LTC/P MacAlintal Romeo Reyes Jr LTC/P McFadden Michael Sean MAJ/P Elliott Mathew D MG Andrew P. Poppas, the incoming division commander for COL Osterman Bradley Dean + LTC Franz John T the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Fort Campbell, COL Petty Thomas Christopher * LTC Gaguzis Marc Paul speaks to Soldiers, families and community members during a COL Rambo Charles Robert LTC Goddard Philip Woodrow III change of command ceremony held at the division parade field, LTC/P Rice Daniel Louis * LTC Hale Michael Benjamin * Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Jan. 19, 2017. Poppas, a previous LTC/P Then Erich Robert * LTC Hall Mark D commander of 1st Brigade Combat Team, assumed command LTC Harrell Paul G from MG Gary J. Volesky who commanded the division since June LTC – Primary 2014. LTC Angell Brian Christopher Continued on next page

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LTC Hussey Thomas Lindley * 338 Bell, Joshua R 728 Lewis, William J 737 Wess, Brandon Micha LTC Johnson Tracy D 619 Bender, Robert Land *0893 Light, Timothy B 158 Whipple, Ryan G + LTC Jones Bryan Curtis * 574 Beno, Kelsey Joanne 585 Marchant, Gavin Jin * 596 Wlasniewski, John F LTC Jones Harry Howard Iv 555 Brown, Derek Peter 75 Marquez, Jose Anton * 315 Woodbury, Forest P LTC King Jason A * 286 Burgess, Daniel H 358 Maxwell, Jared R 142 Yurisich, Joseph Ho * LTC Lane Connie Mark + 87 Burton, Jason Micha + 218 Mayer, John M 199 Zantt, Derrick Jeju MAJ/P Legaspi Mark Anthony 297 Cail, Christopher R 589 McCary, William Dou * LTC MacWhirter Amanda Louise * 114 Caldwell, Jeremy E * 795 McFarland, Christop * * BELOW ZONE MAJ/P McKinney Eric Daff 499 Chimchirian, Jason * 51 McQuilliams, John M * * = AAAA Member LTC Miller Mary Katherine * 558 Clawson, Matthew Ry 527 Mikula, Christopher + = Life Member LTC Morton Christopher Toby 749 Collier, Jason Robe 515 Miller, Matthew Lou * 261 Collins, Nicole M 814 Moore, Justin M FY 2018 Army Active and LTC Parker Matthew L 302 Craig, Nicholas L + 524 Morgan, Andrew Rich * AGR Command Sergeant LTC Raus Aric James + 384 Curnow, Sean M 545 Murray, Kyle Richar Major Selection Board MAJ/P Sarrette David A Jr + 156 Dawson, Joshua J 468 Neff, Daniel R Results LTC Segura Juan C. Cornelio 512 Delcuadrozimmerman 603 Nelson, Curtis Baxt * MAJ/P Severs Joshua T + 808 Detienne, Robert D * 82 Newbrough, Joshua O + On Jan. 9, the Army released LTC Sharpe Sherri Leann * 303 Devine, Timothy A 489 Nilles, Matthew J the names of the Regular LTC Smith Ronald Charles 567 Dougher, Kenneth Ri 246 Norris, Jason Stewa Army and Active Guard and LTC Spence Sean Alistair 446 Driver, Shawn L * 643 Palmer, Daniel Paul * Reserve (Army Reserve) LTC Story Derek Patrick 514 Dubois, Patrick Jos 265 Palmore, Clifton R senior noncommissioned LTC Thames Ashley French + 475 Durham, Joshua J * 388 Parrish, Jacob E officers who have been LTC Tibbitts Beau Wayne 21 Elmo, David II 351 Parsai, Anthony N + selected for assignment as LTC Tily Gregory Scott 178 Ferguson, Comador M 336 Paul, Jeffrey A command sergeants major and LTC Tully James Edward * 177 Ferguson, Timothy S + 646 Peck, James Matthew for sergeant major key billet LTC Vetro Eric P + 34 Fernando, Lauren Gr * 577 Perlik, Kerney Marg positions that become vacant in LTC Wilsher Arlin R III * 588 Feudo, Aaron Christ 478 Pickett, Kyle D fiscal 2018. AAAA congratulates LTC Wingate Christopher Watson 31 Fixmer, Scott W * 474 Poling, Michael S the following 168 Aviation LTC Wojtkun Karl M 480 Fizzell, Benjamin J 568 Power, Kevin Michae * Soldiers on their selection. 526 Flaherty, David Mar 490 Power, Seth T * = AAAA Member 587 Flurry, Jared Thoma 562 Rigney, Jeffrey Mic Brigade - Primary: + = Life Member 312 Folgert, Nikolas M * 311 Robinson, James R + CSM Blessing Jay Michael 449 Franck, Nicklaus C 144 Rubin, Jordan O CSM Clark Matthew James FY17 Major Army 420 Friesen, Kyle J 194 Rulli, Kimberly Lee CSM Logan Johnathan Douglas Competitive Category 541 Galgano, Daniel Fra * 536 Rykken, Jacob Thorw * CSM Nutter Scott Edward Selection Board Results 24 Gibbs, Jacob B 335 Schlessman, Josiah * SGM Peguese Phillip Kenneth 581 Gilles,Brandon Bla 343 Schwilk, Andrew W * CSM Telesco Michael Victor II The fiscal year 2017 MAJ Army 858 Glover, Jordan T + 437 Scully, Aaron E CSM Webb Billy Don competitive category selection 421 Griffin, Wayne E * 290 Shah, Brandon A * board results were released 434 Groh, Donovan D 213 Simpson, Matthew R Brigade - Alternate: January 10, 2017. AAAA 35 Guidry, Heather M 27 Simpson, Thomas C SGM Akpinar Necati congratulates the following 341 Hall, Joseph D + 593 Sommer, Ryan Christ + CSM Ankrum Lloyd Shawn 131 Aviation captains on their 319 Hartley, Stephanie 584 Stark, Aaron Willia CSM Annicelli Daniel Phillip selection. 454 Hernandez, Brian E 453 Staub, Brandon F CSM Arant Eric Shawn 734 Hess, Christopher J 559 Steliga, Theodore J CSM Awai Michael Lee Masao SEQ # NAME 28 Hill, Matthew A 847 Stewart, Justin M CSM Beausoleil Brian Keith 753 Alexander, Brian Eu 853 Howell, Andrew S * 861 Stockton, Matthew R CSM Behrens William Ernest 554 Alexander, Joseph M 298 Jackson, Trevor S 507 Stoinoff, Chris Fre * CSM Bell Bryan Wayne 517 Allen, Chaz Elliott 828 Johnson, Devonne Ra + 540 Thomas, Justin Stua CSM Bosowski Christian Albert 597 Ashcraft, Timothy A * *0889 Kalitka, Nicholas E * 548 Thomas, Walter Dona CSM Brown Stanton William Jr 459 Baber, Carey Eden 691 Kelly, Joshua Trent + 712 Tisson, Miller Andr CSM Brown Walter Travell 284 Baker, Scott A 438 Klekowski, Lisa M * 508 Verardo, Elizabeth MSG Carithers Shannon Mark 414 Barrett, Ryan F * 497 Koenig, Justin Jon 451 Walker, Eddie Deway * CSM Coley Kirk Rodrick 378 Bartlett, Andrew M 407 Kohl, Louis A 815 Watson, Taylor S * CSM Cowart Jerry Michael Jr 579 Becker, Lisa Marie * 126 Kuebler, William To + *0868 Webb, Jeremiah J *0892 Beckwith, Christoph * 469 Kuphall, Craig A 736 Webster, James C Continued on next page 112 Behney, Derek T 724 Lee, Heather M 426 Welsch, Mickala S SGM Deese Archie Sewell

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CSM DiGeorgio Steven CSM Wood Jerramy Lee CSM Arant Eric Shawn SYSTEMS (UAS) CSM Dove George Michael SGM Woodell Alex Lynn CSM Awai Michael Lee Masao GRADUATIONS CSM Evans Dwight Nathaniel Jr SGM Wright Howard Alfred III CSM Beausoleil Brian Keith UAS REPAIRER SGM Ewing David Scott CSM Behrens William Ernest Battalion Primary: AAAA congratulates the CSM Grantham Brian Norvell CSM Brown Walter Travell following Army graduates of the CSM Haddon William Edward CSM Annicelli Daniel Phillip MSG Carithers Shannon Mark Unmanned Aircraft Systems SGM Halchishick James Scott MSG Barrett David Everett 1SG Coveney Thomas Francis Repairer Course, MOS 15E, at CSM Harvey Gregory Wayne CSM Bell Bryan Wayne CSM Cowart Jerry Michael Jr Fort Huachuca, AZ. CSM Hauke Brian Neal MSG Black Leon Constantine III SGM Deese Archie Sewell CSM Hedrick Todd Wayne MSG Cespedes Alfredo Enrique Shadow UAS Repairer Course CSM Evans Dwight Nathaniel Jr 20 Graduates, January 26 CSM Herring William T H MSG Coquat James Wesley SGM Ewing David Scott SGM Huff Jason Duer MSG Davila Ruben Andres IV SPC Joshua T. Kinsey - DHG 1SG Giuseffi Frank Pat CSM Johnson Jason Orville MSG Dejesus Luis Raul Jr SGT Gabriel Granado MSG Gordon Marlon Duane CSM Jordan Frederick Deshawn SGM Haddon William Edward PFC Clayton W. Bieber SGM Kolodgy John Allen MSG Hansen Zane Blair CSM Grantham Brian Norvell PVT Richard H. Billion-Chapman CSM Lane David Scott CSM Harvey Gregory Wayne SGM Halchishick James Scott PFC James M. Boerema CSM Lee David Earl MSG Hermann Michael Sean SGM Hippensteel Clyde Paul PV2 Dylan J. Broussard CSM Liles Tony Joe CSM Herring William T H MSG Howe Kenneth Eugene PV2 Timothy J. Calton CSM Littler Ronnie Bruce SGM Huff Jason Duer SGM Hunter Ahan Augustus PVT Bryan D. Carlson CSM Lopez Antonio R MSG Hughes Thomas Edward II MSG Inigo Claudio Aclon PVT Jesus R. Cavazos CSM Lopez Rodolfo CSM Johnson Jason Orville 1SG Jordan Anson Cordell PVT Aaron M. Deis CSM Malden Billy Jr CSM Jordan Frederick Deshawn SGM Kolodgy John Allen PV2 Hunter B. Hulbert CSM Mancini Matteo CSM Lane David Scott CSM Liles Tony Joe PV2 William E. Johnson SGM Marker Christopher Alan CSM Lee David Earl MSG Ludwig Shawn Alan PV2 Cooper T. Jones CSM McGee Scott Waymon MSG Lindner Jeremy Richard CSM Malden Billy Jr PV2 Bryson P. Loomis CSM McKay Shawn Curtis SGM Littler Ronnie Bruce CSM Mancini Matteo PV2 Troy D. McGarey CSM Michel Terry Eugene 1SG Loeza Carlos Alberto SGM Marker Christopher Alan PFC Dennis T. Rodkey CSM Milhorn James Edward CSM Lopez Rodolfo 1SG Martinez George Edward PV2 Jeremy E. Schultz CSM Oney Hugh Nuton Jr MSG O’Berry Jeremiah Pierce III CSM McGee Scott Waymon PFC Davis C. Walsh CSM Ortizfigueroa Ivan Antonio MSG Ortega Javier CSM McKay Shawn Curtis PV2 Michael B. Wasikowski PV2 Randy Z. Zuniga CSM Overbey Timothy Vail CSM Ortizfigueroa Ivan Antonio CSM Michel Terry Eugene SGM Pegues Ronald Feado CSM Overbey Timothy Vail CSM Milhorn James Edward CSM Perez Jose Manuel Jr SGM Pegues Ronald Feado UAS OPERATOR 1SG Miller Carl Aaron AAAA congratulates the CSM Perry Brandon John CSM Perez Jose Manuel Jr MSG Mondick Jeremy Michael CSM Quichocho Roque Rojas Jr CSM Perry Brandon John following graduates of the CSM Oney Hugh Nuton Jr CSM Reyes Terrence Darren Jr SGM Reyes Terrence Darren Jr Unmanned Aerial Vehicle MSG Resmondo Michael John SGM Roche Christopher Aaron MSG Ruiz Antonio Roberto Operator Course, MOS 15W, at Fort Huachuca, AZ. SGM Rodney Glenn Arthur SGM Serrano Sanchez H. Alber SGM Rodney Glenn Arthur CSM Rodriguez Albert Acevedo Jr MSG Stimpert Ronald Edward CSM Rodriguez Albert A. Jr Shadow UAS Operator Course CSM Romero Luis Fernando SGM Thompson John Russell MSG Rodriguezcruz Jose Antonio 11 Graduates, January 17 CSM Schley James Russell MSG Vielma Jesse CSM Romero Luis Fernando SGT Andrew G. McMillan – DHG CSM Serrano Sanchez H. Alber MSG Weber Devon Michael 1SG Salomone Mario Louis III SGT Brandon M. Chase – HG SGM Smith Mark Abram CSM Webster George Stanley SGM Smith Mark Abram SGT Brandon J. Armstrong CSM Stenbak Jason Kenneth CSM Whitman Brandi Nichole SGM Stenbak Jason Kenneth PVT Alexander E. Danielson CSM Stephens Marde Ray MSG Williamsgreen Latevia Month CSM Stephens Marde Ray PV2 Samantha H. Hutchinson CSM Sutterfield Micheal Dale SGM Wise Randall Louis MSG Turpin Gregory Aron PFC Daniel W. Looney SGM Wahl Patricia Anne MSG Wisecup William Ryan SGM Wahl Patricia Anne PVT Jessica B. Mackey CSM Webster George Stanley CSM Wood Jerramy Lee MSG Washington Gregory PVT Mark Spence CSM Whitman Brandi Nichole SGM Wright Howard Alfred III PVT Hannah E. Tobias CSM Wickperez David SPC Zakee A. Wadood SGM Wilhelmy Richard Alan SGM Woodell Alex Lynn PVT Timothy R. Yandell CSM Wise Randall Louis Battalion Alternate: UNMANNED AIRCRAFT

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ARMY AVIATION Magazine 68 February 28, 2017 u Network I Recognition I Voice I Support Network I Recognition I Voice I Support uAAAA People On The Move Flight School Graduates AAAA provides standard aviator wings to all graduates and sterling silver aviator wings to the distiguished graduates of each flight class ... another example of AAAA’s Support for the U.S. Army Aviation Soldier and Family. AAAA congratulates the following officers graduating from the Initial Entry Rotary Wing (IERW) courses at the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Rucker, AL. Beginning with the March 2016 classes, students are tracked as Aviation Basic Officer Leaders Course (ABOLC) and Aviation Warrant Officer Basic Course (AWOBC). IERW Class 17-006 LT Alexandra Hastings * LT Grant Hendrix * LT Aaron Jenkins LT Matthew Johnson LT Jeffrey Johnston * LT Phillip Lenavitt LT Sarah Mikkelson LT Tate Newell LT Roger Phung * LT Jack Pinnell * LT Benjamin Reinhart LT Levi Roundy LT Ryan Saleck LT Kelsea Schultz LT Melissa Taylor LT Benjamin Young LT Stefan Zdanowicz * IERW Class 17-007

AWOBC 17-005 & 17-006 WO1 Nathanial McKeown – DG WO1 Frieda Miller LT Mark Bubac WO1 Christopher Connell WO1 Adam Snyder – DG WO1 Chelsea Montgomery LT Michael December WO1 Waylon Cropper WO1 George Botsko – HG WO1 Darryl Mosely CPT Kimberly Frazier WO1 Stephen Culver * WO1 Michael Miller – HG WO1 Jayson Olner LT Gene Galke WO1 Lan DelosSantos WO1 Ross Olson – HG WO1 Brandon Plath LT Timothy Heater CW2 Anthony Dovie WO1 Robert Sherwood – HG WO1 Renae Presto LT Morgan Hill WO1 Clara Gandarilla WO1 Stephen Rodrigue – HG WO1 Rachel Russell * LT Jamonte Little CW2 Matthew Govan WO1 Mickey Argo WO1 Nicholas Sandy LT Irene Mallet WO1 Daniel Kroll WO1 Matthew Buckner WO1 Armando Santiago LT Daniel Patterson WO1 Cray Morse WO1 Carlton Charles WO1 Clarissa Smith LT Cale Pratt-Cordova WO1 Curtis Ogden WO1 Peter Dempsey WO1 Dillon Spray * LT James Smith * WO1 Seth Reiman WO1 Marco Flores CW2 Brian Wolfe * LT Rachel Spencer CW2 Dan Riggs WO1 Paul Gillquist WO1 Tauheed Wood LT Jonas Velazquez WO1 Hugh Smith WO1 Shea Goodnature LT Christopher Wolf WO1 Justice Smith WO1 Daniel Holmes 39 Officers, January 19 AWOBC 17-007 WO1 Guillermo Torres WO1 Robert Iem ABOLC 17-007 WO1 Daniel Bentley – DG WO1 Daniel Wesp WO1 Margaret Kalgren LT Casey Childers – DG WO1 Marshall Grams * – HG DG = Distinguished Graduate WO1 Robert Kiernan LT Stephanie Eldridge – HG WO1 Jacob Jones – HG HG = Honor Graduate WO1 Robert Landes LT Trevor Findaly – HG WO1 Travis Schroder – HG * = AAAA Member WO1 Braden Lindsey * LT Cody Iden – HG WO1 Joshua Cary + = Life Member

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 69 February 28, 2017 Art’s Attic By Mark Albertson

Art’s Attic is a look back each month 25 years ago and 50 years ago to see what was going on in ARMY AVIATION Magazine. Art Kesten was our founder and first publisher from 1953 to 1987. He was also the founder of the AAAA in 1957 and served as its Executive Vice President. Each month contributing editor Mark Albertson selects a few key items from each historic issue. The cartoon, right, was done back in 1953 by LT Joe Gayhart, a friend of Art’s and an Army Aviator, showing the chaos of his apartment-office in New York City where it all began.

25 Years Ago 50 Years Ago April-May 1992 February 24, 1967

Lessons Learned: Upside Down View Psychological Factor The Lockheed Model 286 is pic- LTG Harry W.O. Kinnard tured on its back, blades rotating, offered that his first assignment as the demonstra- in the Army was with Company A, 27th tor did vertical climbs, dives, loops and barrel Infantry, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii . . . and was rolls. The Lockheed offering boasts the agility there for the Day of Infamy. He explains, “…in of a fixed wing fighter plane. The rigid-rotor our divisional journal, there were more entries Model 286 is similar to the Army’s AH-56A relating to . . . Japanese parachutists than any combat aircraft being developed by the Lock- other… My company spent the entire night of heed-California Company. the attack combing the hills behind Honolulu Bridgeport, Connecticut for Japanese parachutists reported… and based, in part, on parachutes found from pilots who had bailed out of damaged On Long Island Sound, aircraft.” “My point here,” he continues, “is the tremendous and working in gusts psychological impact of an enemy using the Third Dimension upwards of 55 mph, an and landing in your rear.” S-64 recently unloaded containers weighing Local Allies upwards of ten tons per from an American Export Isbrandtsen vessel. Viewed by DOD representatives, the Sikorsky hauler unloaded 462,315 pounds in five hours and thirty minutes. The container-ship-helicopter combo is being considered for materials handling in Vietnam. Sample Checks Ms. Michiko Takahara, a Ryukyuan The Kurdish Peshmerga (“those who face death”) is the military employee at the 2nd Logistical Com- arm of the Kurdestan Regional Government. In a photo taken mand’s spectromatic oil analysis lab in at Sirsenk Airfield, Iraq, American commanders posed with Okinawa, opens a mailbag containing local Peshmerga leaders. Left to right, CPT Michael Lundy, oil samples from aviation companies COL E.E. Whitehead and LTC John Kidder, Allied Ground in Vietnam. The lab analysis monitors Force Commander. the metal particles in the oil to detect engine trouble in advance. Christmas Cheer “Know Your Enemy . . . “ Members of the 159th Aviation Regiment, based out of On page 28, “Vietnam Report,” General Earle G. Wheeler Simmons Army Airfield, N.C., brought Christmas cheer to noted a dictum from Sun Tzu: Know your enemy and know needy children in Stanford, N.C. December 13, 1991, a CH- yourself; in a hundred battles you will never be in peril. The 47 Chinook flew into Kiwanis Park, N.C. As an added bonus, above leads to another Sun Tzu dictum: He who knows when the town’s residents were invited to inspect the aircraft. he can fight and when he cannot will be victorious.

ARMY AVIATION Magazine 70 February 28, 2017 Army Aviation Hall of Fame

Colonel Jack L. Marinelli The Army Aviation Hall of Fame, sponsored by Army Aviation Hall of Fame 1976 Induction the Army Aviation (Inducted to represent the 1950-1959 period) Association of America, Inc., recognizes those ieutenant Colonel (later Colonel) Jack L. individuals who have made L Marinelli was Chief of Army Aviation an outstanding contribution at Headquarters, Army Field Forces, when to Army Aviation. war broke out in Korea in 1950. By his personal leadership and direction, the procurement and training of Army Aviation personnel were greatly accelerated to meet the ever-increasing demands of a rapidly-expanding Army. With the confidence and support of General Mark W. Clark, he brought The actual Hall of Fame together appropriate Army and Air Force elements successfully to accelerate is located in the the development and procurement of new aircraft for the Army’s inventory. In addition, he coordinated the activation and training of the Army’s first Army Aviation Museum, Transportation Helicopter Companies and to meet an urgent requirement Fort Rucker, Ala. for observation and medical evacuation, supervised the accelerated activation, training, and deployment of the first Helicopter Detachments, the forerunners of the Helicopter Ambulance Companies.

The deadline for Lieutenant Colonel Marinelli accompanied General Clark to the Far East where, as Army Aviation Officer at General Headquarters, he directed the nominations for the employment of all Army Aviation activities in the theater. Under his supervision, 2018 induction is the first Division Aviation Company was formed, and the statement of June 1, 2017 requirement for improved airmobility for Army units initiated, resulting, in part, in the development and procurement of the UH-1 helicopter. In 1955, Marinelli was assigned to Headquarters, DA as Chief Aviation Staff Officer, ODCSLOG. In this assignment, he successfully coordinated the Contact the AAAA logistic support of Army Aviation in the mid-’50s; provided direction to the National Office for details efforts of the Army’s Technical Services and Air Force and Navy agencies in the procurement and distribution of Army aircraft and allied equipment; and lent and nomination forms at invaluable expert assistance and advice to the then Director of Army Aviation (203) 268-2450 or visit and to other elements of the Army staff. www.quad-a.org In 1958, Colonel Marinelli was assigned as President of the U.S. Army Aviation Test Board where he directed the testing and evaluation of aircraft and allied equipment until his retirement.

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