Army Reserve Aviation Command

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the fallen. The men and women who gave everything in service to this nation, both in war and in peace.

Their sacrifice is not forgotten. Their legacy lives in every uniform worn, every mission answered, and every freedom defended.

"This We'll Defend."





U.S. Army

05/16/2026

Another great day at the ARAC! Today we had the honor of bidding farewell to MAJ David Holloway after 44 months of service as the Commandant of the HHD, while welcoming MAJ Jacob McKay into his new leadership position. Both of these Officers were joined by several members of their families on this momentous occasion.

05/14/2026

05/10/2026

🌸 Happy Mother's Day from the U.S. Army Reserve!

To every mother who serves in uniform and every mother who holds things together at home, we see you, we honor you, and we thank you. Your strength and sacrifice make this mission possible.

Happy Mother's Day. 💛

04/23/2026

118 years. 1.3 million Warrior Citizens. One enduring mission. 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate 118 years of the U.S. Army Reserve and the Soldiers who have answered the Nation's call since 1908.

Twice the Citizen, Combat Ready.

04/08/2026

Before he made us laugh and directed countless movies, he was a Citizen-Soldier. 🇺🇸

Mel Brooks served as a corporal and combat engineer in the 78th Infantry Division with the 1104th Engineer Combat Battalion. The unit built bridges, cleared blocked roads, and deactivated land mines ahead of advancing Allied forces.

He is one of the few entertainers who have won an Emmy, an Oscar, a Grammy, and a Tony award. In 2013, he received the 41st American Film Institute Life Achievement.

🎉 Join us in celebrating the strength, service, and legacy of the U.S. Army Reserve this month as part of our 118th Birthday!




U.S. Army

04/01/2026

As Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month begins, the Army Reserve Aviation Command stands committed to fostering a culture of dignity, respect, and accountability across our formation.

See the proclamation signed by Brig. Gen. Pollak and Command Sgt. Major Bennett, reinforcing our shared responsibility to prevent sexual assault, support survivors, and build cohesive teams grounded in trust.



U.S. Army Reserve | 81st Readiness Division

02/24/2026

Members of the Army Reserve Aviation Command along with 411th Engineer Brigade competed for the titles of Best Operator and Best Squad against Active Component and National Guard teams in the first annual Army Best Drone Warfighter Competition 17-19 February 2026 at the University of Alabama Huntsville, UAS and C-UAS test range in Huntsville, Ala.
The team, led by 1st Lt. Finn Willman, designed, developed, tested and tactically deployed the first low-cost one-way FPV strike drone in the Army Reserve. The team outperformed several units from the other components, given a 34-day notice with no UAS components on-hand.
The ARAC’s 1st Lt. Joshua Goff placed in the top half of the Best Operator Competition while Sgt. 1st Class Job Smith and Staff Sgt. Daniel Hallberg of 411st ENG BDE completed the hunter/killer lane, attacking 3 out of 5 engagements using the ARAC’s own purpose-built attritable system (PBAS) before time expired.
During the competitions, team members conducted a first-person view (FPV) race and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) with follow-on kamikaze engagements and subsequent simulated call-for-fire on armored targets.
Prior to competition, the team traveled to JRTC and MacDill AFB for training with the 509th and SOCCENT. While at competition, the team attended workshops on UAS and dedicated time to network with other UAS professionals from the public and private sector in order to enhance their understanding of UAS integration opportunities.
The ARAC is keen to develop knowledge around UAS from the perspective of the operator and manufacturer. Currently, there are six custom fully-mission capable Group 1 sUAS in the ARAC’s possession and three functionally proficient FPV operators.



U.S. Army Reserve | Chief of Army Reserve | U.S. Army Reserve Command Chief Warrant Officer | Army Reserve CSM | 81st Readiness Division | US Army Fort Rucker & AVCOE

https://www.dvidshub.net/news/558727/arac-participates-inaugural-army-best-drone-warfighter-competition

02/18/2026

Participants from the ARAC and others across U.S. Army Reserve will be competing in a first-of-its-kind competition focused on the future of the U.S. Army.

Check out more information below.

The 1st Annual Army Best Drone Warfighter Competition, under the theme “Agile, Adaptive, Lethal,” February 17-19, 2026 will take place at the University of Alabama Huntsville, UAS and C-UAS test range in Huntsville, Ala. Drone Technology Workshops will be conducted in the afternoons at the Huntsville Marriott at the Space & Rocket Center.

HQDA EXORD 040-26 ARMY BEST DRONE WARFIGHTER COMPETITION (BDWC) has been published with all the details!

This event will be hosted by the Army Aviation Association of America, AAAA, in coordination with the U.S. Army Aviation and Maneuver Centers of Excellence.

The agenda for the event can be found here. https://s7.goeshow.com/aaaa/drone/2026/program.cfm

We hope to see all of our best drone operators in Huntsville in February!

02/12/2026

: Last week, the former U.S. Army Reserve Deputy Commandant to the Warrant Officer Career College, Chief Warrant Officer 5 Jason Godwin, was named as the first CW5 in the Air Force in 34 years.



Chief of Army Reserve | Army Reserve CSM | U.S. Army Reserve Command Chief Warrant Officer