Current Issue Articles
Cockpit: Recognition
President’s Cockpit BG Howard W. Yellen, Ret. This month I had several topics I considered writing about, but despite this plethora of ideas, I looked at the calendar and threw that all out. I decided I would share some of my recent travels and then mention one of our 4 pillars that I believe is important to consider, whether you’re a unit leader, or a private association: Recognition. Members of 4th Bn., 101st Avn. Regt., 159th Cbt. Avn. Bde., from Ft. Campbell, KY surround one of their own, SGT Dustin Mahan (second row, 3rd from right), following his being awarded...
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By CSM Eric C. Thom I have been looking forward to this edition of AAAA magazine for a while. It is filled with the latest ideas in science and technology (S&T) and research and development (R&D). Some of these concepts or systems will come to fruition and make it through the acquisition process, while others potentially will lose relevancy or merge with other concepts along the way. Today, I want to start off with some proposed systems, philosophies, training and credentialing efforts that affect the enlisted Aviation Soldiers. Systems When it comes to systems, I want to focus on the...
Learn MoreFirst Year Steep Learning Curve
Chief Warrant Officer of the Branch By CW5 Allen R. Godfrey As I reflect on the lessons learned from my first year, it has been a steep learning curve. I admit during the first few months, I was trying to catch the aircraft that is Army Aviation. After about six months, I made it to the back of the aircraft. Now after the first year in the position, I am at the crew chief’s station. Next stop in the progression will be the jump seat. Our most important weapon system – adaptive and agile Aviation Leaders and Soldiers with training...
Learn MorePartnering with Industry
From the Aviation Branch Chief By MG Michael D. Lundy To win in a complex world requires material and non-material solutions that enable Army Aviation to maintain technological, leadership and training overmatch against our adversaries. Army Aviation currently provides our Nation witha unique asymmetric advantage. To maintain that advantage, we must continue to work closely with our industry partners to develop the best solutions for the future. However, development of random niche technologies cannot drive the way ahead; instead, we must focus our limited time and resources on developing capabilities focused on closing our highest priority gaps and requirements. To...
Learn MoreSharing a Snapshot from AUSA’s Annual Meeting
AAAA Family Forum Judy Konitzer By Judy Konitzer Every October I look forward to accompanying my husband to Washington D.C. for the AUSA Annual Meeting during which AUSA’s Family Directorate hosts Military Family Forums. Relevant and informative presentations from military and civilian leadership and representatives who provide service to Soldiers and their families are featured. TArmy Chief of Staff, GEN Raymond Odierno (center), addresses questions, together with Secretary of the Army, John McHugh (left) and Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond Chandler, during the third AUSA Family Forum on Wed., Oct. 15, at the Washington, D.C. Convention Center. / AUSA...
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