Alpha Troop, 3-6 CAV

07/19/2023

Last week we conducted a Change of Responsibility ceremony where 1SG Lee Smith relinquished his duties as Checkmate 07 to 1SG Brett Weaver. We thank 1SG Smith for all that he has done for our Troopers and their Families, and welcome 1SG Weaver to the Checkmate team!

HEAVY CAV! 3-6 Air Cavalry Squadron
IRON EAGLES! Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss

07/10/2023

Today we were proud to have our Squadron Commander, LTC Monroe, and Major General (Retired) Allen present our Standardization Pilot CW2 Cowart with the Order of Daedalians 2022 US Army Exceptional Aviator of the Year Award. CW2 Cowart was selected by the USAACE and Fort Novosel Commanding General to receive this award for his numerous impacts to multiple organizations and echelons. Congratulations and well deserved!!

HEAVY CAV! 3-6 Air Cavalry Squadron
IRON EAGLES! Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss
IRON SOLDIERS! 1st Armored Division

Photos by 1LT Andy Vu

05/20/2023

We’re not all back yet, but making our way.

So, mark your calendar for our Task Force Welcome Home party “Saddles and Spurs”. All that have been part of our Task Force at any time are invited.

June 23!

Its sure to be a great time. Spread the word and see you there!

Heavy Cav!

05/13/2023

Building relations wherever we go!
Our pilots had a great time showcasing the Apache, explaining the Cavalry sabers and stetsons, and exchanging patches with our Danish 🇩🇰 friends! We hope the City Council of Esjberg and the staff and flight school students of Esjberg Airport had a great time, and thank them for their gracious hospitality!

HEAVY CAV! 3-6 Air Cavalry Squadron
IRON EAGLES! Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss
IRON SOLDIERS! 1st Armored Division

05/10/2023

We couldn't have asked for much better weather for our last cross-country flight during this rotation! Clear skies and tailwinds to 3rd Squadron 17th Cavalry Regiment as they take over!

Photos by CW2 Charlie Urbina

HEAVY CAV! 3-6 Air Cavalry Squadron
IRON EAGLES! Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss

05/06/2023

Congratulations to our outstanding former Platoon Leaders, CPT Kline and CPT Northrop!

04/23/2023

Super proud of SPC Lopez for being recognized as the USO Camp Aachen Volunteer of the Month! SPC Lopez embodies the Army Value of , with more than 163 hours volunteered during his personal time while on rotation in Europe. Way to go and set an example for others to follow!

HEAVY CAV! 3-6 Air Cavalry Squadron
IRON EAGLES! Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss

We are thrilled to announce that Salvador Lopez has been chosen as the Volunteer of the Month for April 2023 at USO Camp Aachen! Sal has played a crucial role in organizing and running our magic game nights, which have become a beloved event among our community. Furthermore, Sal has gone above and beyond by taking on the responsibility of opening and closing the camp, allowing our hardworking staff members to take much-needed breaks. Sal's dedication and hard work are reflected in his impressive 163 hours of volunteer service. On behalf of the entire USO Camp Aachen team, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sal for his outstanding contributions. Congratulations, Sal!

04/19/2023

Our UAS Troopers proudly presented the capabilities of the RQ-7 Shadow to our NATO partners and allies during the European Rocket Artillery Summit in Toruń, Poland. The RQ-7 Shadow provides a continuous sensor to shooters without risking manned assets.

For their hard work and outstanding job, CPL Root, CPL Gonzalez, and SPC Delagarza were presented challenge coins by our Brigade Commander COL Morris.

HEAVY CAV! 3-6 Air Cavalry Squadron
IRON EAGLES! Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss

04/17/2023

Last week, the Squadron said farewell to CSM Starling. He is retiring after almost 25 years of service to the Army.

Thank you for all you’ve done! We wish you the best. You will be missed.

Heavy Cav!

04/11/2023

Heavy CAV and Checkmate friends and family!
We're asking for your help as we get ready to return back to Ft. Bliss from Europe! We want to make sure our single Troopers going back to the barracks have sheets for their beds as soon as they arrive. Each set is less than $10... if you're able to help gift a set of sheets or show up in person on Saturday, April 22nd to help stock barracks rooms, it would be greatly appreciated!
https://www.walmart.com/registry/ER/2f7d8494-7a1d-494e-8547-b6434c071d1c
Thanks for all your support!

HEAVY CAV! 3-6 Air Cavalry Squadron
IRON EAGLES! Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss

04/07/2023

Yet more Checkmates were recognized for excellence today by the Task Force leadership!

CW2 Cowart and SGT Hernandez were recognized as the Alpha Troop Heroes of the Battle for the recent Task Force culminating training event, Operation Griffin Claw. CPL Sparks was recognized as the Task Force’s overall Hero of the Month for March. All three received a Heavy CAV squadron challenge coin!

HEAVY CAV! 3-6 Air Cavalry Squadron
IRON EAGLES! Combat Aviation Brigade, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss