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About 2:52nd Aviation Regiment

The 2nd Battalion, 52nd Aviation Regiment (2-52 AVN), is a distinguished unit of the United States Army, primarily tasked with providing aviation support and air assault capabilities. Activated during the post-Vietnam era, 2-52nd Aviation has served in a variety of roles, including combat operations, transport missions, and humanitarian assistance. The battalion has deployed in support of major operations such as Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, where it provided critical air mobility, medical evacuation, and logistical support. Stationed at Camp Humphreys, South Korea, in recent years, 2-52nd Aviation Regiment continues to play a vital role in the defense posture of the Korean Peninsula as part of the 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade.

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Pedro Flores

U.S. Army

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Robert Thompson

U.S. Army

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U.S. Army • 1970

About 2:52nd Aviation Regiment

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins: The 2nd Battalion, 52nd Aviation Regiment (2-52 AVN) traces its lineage to the 52nd Aviation Battalion, which was originally constituted in 1966 during the Vietnam War. • Vietnam Service: The unit was activated in Vietnam and provided critical helicopter support, including troop transport, medical evacuation, and supply missions under hazardous conditions. • Cavalry Heritage: The battalion’s nickname is "Flying Dragons," reflecting both its aviation mission and its cavalry roots. • Modernization: 2-52 AVN has operated a variety of aircraft, including the UH-1 Iroquois ("Huey"), the CH-47 Chinook, and currently the UH-60 Black Hawk. • Korean Peninsula: The unit is stationed at Camp Humphreys, South Korea, and plays a vital role in U.S. and Republic of Korea (ROK) defense operations. • Humanitarian Missions: 2-52 AVN has been involved in disaster relief operations, including search and rescue and medical evacuation during natural disasters in South Korea and the region. • Combat Deployments: The battalion has deployed multiple times in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, providing air assault and MEDEVAC support. • Distinctive Unit Insignia: The unit’s insignia features a winged dragon, symbolizing both speed and power in aviation operations. • International Training: 2-52 AVN regularly trains with ROK Army aviation units, enhancing interoperability and alliance readiness. • Community Engagement: Soldiers of the battalion often participate in outreach programs with local Korean communities, strengthening U.S.-Korea relations beyond the military sphere.