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MH60 Black Hawk during rescue training operation | Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR)

GREEN PLATOON

The 160th SOAR actively seeks and assesses the best-qualified aviators, crewmembers and support personnel in the Army.

Upon selection, commissioned and warrant officers and enlisted Soldiers complete the Basic Mission Qualification course known as Green Platoon. This course is facilitated by the Special Operations Aviation Training Company.

The professionalism and capabilities of Army special operations aviation are developed through a “train as you fight” mentality. Rigorous training continues upon assignment to the line units.

Green Platoon is a six-week assessment and training program that teaches basic soldiering skills, combat, land navigation, and weapons skills. However, throughout the six weeks, candidates are challenged with intense physical conditioning sessions.

Some of the physical fitness challenges include:

  • 4-6 mile runs
  • 4-10 mile road marches with a 45 pound rucksack
  • Rope climb/pull-ups

WARRANT OFFICER FLIGHT SCHOOL (WOFT)

SOAR relies on flight-trained warrant officers to operate its fleet of helicopters. If you are interested in becoming a helicopter pilot in SOAR, you will most likely attend Warrant Officer Flight School (WOFT). At this school, you will learn advanced combat maneuvers, and the basics of the operations you will perform as a pilot.

HOW TO APPLY

Currently Serving Army Enlisted Soldiers and Officers Applying For Transfer
In order to apply to the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, please visit https://goarmysof.com/160th/

Once the page loads, find ‘Officer Packet’ or ‘Enlisted Packet’ on the panel on the right side of the screen. Fill out the packet that is appropriate for you. The packets will provide detailed submission instructions.

Civilians Interested in Joining the Army as a Member of SOAR
If you are not a currently serving member of the U.S. Army, and you are interested in joining the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, please contact your nearest Army recruiter. He or she will help you through the process of joining the Army and determining your eligibility for SOAR.