6th Battalion, 101st Aviation Regiment

The 6th Battalion, 101st Aviation Regiment is a component of the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, part of the legendary 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) based at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. Known by its nickname “Shadow of the Eagle”, the battalion operates Boeing CH-47F Chinook heavy-lift helicopters, providing essential air assault, cargo, and troop transport capabilities. Its crews specialize in rapid deployment operations, sling-load missions, and supporting both conventional and special operations forces in diverse environments worldwide.

The battalion has played a vital role in numerous operations, including deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, where it conducted combat airlift, resupply, and medevac missions under demanding conditions. The 6th Battalion continues to serve as a cornerstone of the Army’s tactical mobility and sustainment power, ensuring the 101st Airborne Division remains one of the most agile and combat-ready formations in the U.S. military.