90th Aviation Support Battalion

Eighty-four years ago, just before 8 am, a surprise attack on a United States naval base at Pearl Harbor began, killing more than 2,400 Americans.

The impact on the survivors of the attack and the loved ones of the lost was immeasurable. Each person who witnessed the event would never forget that terrible morning. The long-lasting effects of December 7, 1941, can still be felt today.

Every day Veterans, survivors, family members, and visitors from around the world come to this sacred place to pay their respects. Visitors leave their lei, prayers, and tears with the fallen, and take with them the memory of the events that day. Our hope is for those who visit either in person or virtually take time to reflect on the sacrifices made by the enlisted and civilians who lost their lives December 7, 1941, and forge pathways to peace.

Image Caption: Lei decorate the Shrine Room Wall at the USS Arizona Memorial.
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A sight that represents the true testament of Reserve Aviation and an era that will never be matched. B/7-158th in true fashion launched 11 CH47s over the city of Kansas City to thank the people who have supported them deployment after deployment.

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#KerisStrike2024 is underway! U.S. Army Pacific and the Malaysian Armed Forces and the Australian Army officially began the 28th edition of Keris Strike 2024 after a combined opening ceremony at Camp SG Buloh, Malaysia, today, June 28, 2024. Keris Strike is an annual, bilateral Army-to-Army exercise between the Malaysian Army, United States Army Pacific and the Australian Army that focuses on enhancing partner land force capacity and capabilities. The 11th ECAB is proud to be a part of this exceptional event by providing MEDEVAC coverage. GREAT team effort by all 🚁🇺🇸

Bravo Company represented well for us

Operation Venom, Fort Knox, KY. Under the direction of Brigadier General Roger F. Deon Jr., Commander, Army Reserve Aviation Command, and Lieutenant Colonel Thomas E. Samson II, Commander 90th Aviation Support Battalion, The 90th ASB's Senior Gunners, lead by Senior Gunner MSG Anthony Oudems, conducted the first of many mounted weapons ranges for the Army Reserve Aviation Command. The crews fired either the M-2 .50 caliber machine gun, the MK19 automatic gr***de launcher, or the M240 machine gun during several day and night engagements in their efforts to prove proficiency on the mounted weapons. The Senior gunners are SFC Vasquez, SGT Le, SGT Reyes, SGT Rodriguez, and SGT Smith. The Operation was headed by the Officer In Charge, CPT Kareem and supported by 1LT Lambertis.

(U.S. Army Reserve photos and illustrations by CPL Fuel)

On December 12th 2023, Colonel Patrick L. Pollack, 11th ECAB - 11th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade and Chief Warrant Officer 5 Johnny A. Jackson took their Final Flight for the Army Reserve Aviation Command. The Final Flight is a ceremonial last mission for military pilots that includes a water salute from fire trucks on the runway, and family and friends attending the event. COL Pollack and CW5 Jackson Landed at Meacham Internation Airport in Fort Worth, Texas and were greated by members of the 90th ASB and 6-52nd TFWB. COL. Pollack was also presented with a token of appreciation from Fort Worth Aviation. Congratulations COL and Chief on an amazing career in the air.

(U.S. Army Reserve Photos by CPL. Fuel)

During our recent Battle Assembly the 7th/158th Longhorns provided several of our soldiers with morale flights. Morale flights are used to teach soldiers that are outside of flight companies what the pilots and crews do. For soldiers in the 90th, these flights give a better understanding and experience of the "aviation" in Aviation Support Battalion. We would like to thank the Longhorns for this training and we look forward to our continued partnership.


(U.S. Army photos by Cpl Fuel)

The 90th Aviation Support Battalion held a Change of Command Ceremony this past Sunday where we said farewell Lieutenant Colonel Christopher Ruff and welcomed Lieutenant Colonel Thomas Samson II. The time honored traditions of the ceremony were overseen by the reviewing officer, Colonel Patrick Pollak, Commander of the 11th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade.

LTC Ruff served as the Commander of the 90th ASB during its recent deployment to CENTCOM area of operations, in support of Operation Inherent Resolve and Operation Spartan Shield. LTC Ruff lead the way with inspiring leadership and devotion to all the soldiers in the 90th ASB. We wish him and his family well in all their future endeavors. Thank you LTC Ruff for your leadership the you provided to the Rattlers.

LTC Ruff was also awarded the Meritorious Service Medal by Brigadier General Roger Deon Jr, Commanding General, Army Reserve Aviation Command. The MSM is given to recognize exceptionally meritorious service in a position of great responsibility.

The 90th ASB welcomes back LTC Samson. LTC Samson was previously part of the 90th ASB as the HSC Company Commander and S3. We are excited to have LTC Samson and his family back with our battalion and look forward to his leadership.

We would also like to thank LTC Ruff's spouse, Mrs. Tara Ruff and their children for their time sacrifices during his command.

(U.S. Army photos by Cpl. Nicholas Fuel)

The 90th ASB's Battle Assembly weekend included a visit from the 11th ECAB Commander, Colonel Patrick Pollack and Command Chief Warrant Officer, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Johnny Jackson. Col. Pollack took some time to address Soldiers and command teams. We were honored to have him at the Welcome Home Military Ball. Thank you Col. Pollack and CW5 Jackson for visiting the Rattlers, we look forward to serving under your leadership.


(US Army photos by Cpl Fuel)

Brigadier General Roger Deon, Commanding General, Army Reserve Aviation Command, and Command Sergeant Major Brian Schlatter, Command Sergeant Major Army Reserve Aviation Command, visited 90th Aviation Support Battalion this past weekend. BG Deon and CSM Schlatter discussed their vision for the Army Reserve Aviation with Bravo Company's senior leaders. The Rattlers were happy to host them at the Welcome Home Military Ball held on Saturday at the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards. During their visit to Bravo Company, they recognized the outstanding work of Specialist Vikatupou Aleamotua and even got to promote Private Jonathan Chavez to Private First Class. Congratulations to both, and thank you ARAC command team for visiting the 90th ASB-

(US Army Reserve Photos by Cpl Fuel)