Lessons Learned, Headquarters, 268th Combat Aviation Battalion

Abstract

The 268th CAB provided aviation support for one major operation conducted by the Capitol ROK Infantry Division during this period. On 5 August 1968, the battalion furnished 30 UH1D/H, 8UH1B, and 6 CH47 aircraft for a regimental size operation. The battalion aircraft completed 500 sorties lifting 1,953 troops and 50 tons of cargo. The subordinate units of the battalion continued normal operations with two assault helicopter companies in direct support of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, one assault helicopter company in direct support of the Capitol ROK Infantry Division, and three assault support helicopter companies and one aviation company (Hvy Hel) in general support of II CTZ.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Nov 11, 1968
Accession Number
AD0500211

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  • Adjutant General's Corps

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