101st Airborne Soldiers Returning from Afghanistan

More than 700 “Task Force Destiny,” 101st Combat Aviation Brigade, and 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) Soldiers, will return in February from a nine-month deployment to Afghanistan.

The first two welcome home ceremonies will occur February 2nd at 5:30 am and February 4th at 4:30 pm.

During their deployment, the 101st Combat Aviation Brigade provided aviation support to U.S., coalition, and Afghan forces throughout the Combined Joint Operations Area-Afghanistan. Task Force Destiny exceeded 50,000 flight hours, transporting more than seven million pounds of cargo, 91,000 passengers, conducted 1,700 security missions, and 256 air assault operations. Additionally, five Soldiers received the Distinguished Flying Cross for their heroism and valor.

Future dates and times of other welcome home ceremonies will be released at a later date.