David Blackburn
Retired
Demographics
Length In Service
Time in Service
5 years, 11 months, 13 days, 5 hours, 2 minutes, 58 seconds
Time in Grade
6 months, 9 days, 2 hours, 53 minutes, 58 seconds
Reported In
6 months ago
(June 2, 2025 08:50 PM)
Administrative Positions
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David Blackburn's Accolades
| Date | Text |
|---|---|
| June 14, 2025 | Honorably Discharged at the rank of Specialist Grade II |
| June 14, 2025 | Promoted from Airman First Class to Specialist Grade II |
| May 30, 2025 | Awarded Full Attendance Award |
| March 23, 2025 | Awarded Consecutive Attendance Ribbon |
| March 16, 2025 | Promoted from Airman to Airman First Class |
| February 26, 2025 | Promoted from Airman Basic to Airman |
| February 21, 2025 | Awarded Operational Achievement Award |
| February 10, 2025 | Promoted from Specialist Grade II to Airman Basic |
| February 2, 2025 | Awarded Operational Achievement Award |
| February 18, 2024 | Discharged: Honorable Discharge |
Most Recent Awards

Full Attendance Award
May 30, 2025 09:00

Consecutive Attendance Ribbon
March 23, 2025 07:00

Operational Achievement Award
February 21, 2025 07:00

Operational Achievement Award
February 2, 2025 08:30
48 Months Time in Service
February 1, 2024 07:06
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Master Curators Badge
January 15, 2024 07:55
| Date | Event | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 8, 2025 | Operation Cinder | TACP Member | Operations |
| May 30, 2025 | Operation Iron Dagger | Zeus | Operations |
| May 2, 2025 | Operation Scarab | Platoon JTAC | Operations |
| April 27, 2025 | Operation Lithium Fury Phase XVI | Zeus | Operations |
| April 11, 2025 | Operation Lithium fury Phase XIII | Zeus | Operations |
| April 6, 2025 | Operation Lithium Fury Phase XII | TACP Member | Operations |
| April 4, 2025 | Operation Lithium Fury Phase XI | Zeus | Operations |
| March 28, 2025 | Operation Lithium Fury Phase IX | Zeus | Operations |
| March 23, 2025 | Operation Lithium Fury Phase VIII | Platoon JTAC | Operations |
| March 21, 2025 | Operation Lithium Fury Phase VII | Squad JTAC | Operations |
Top 5 Most Frequent Combat Roles
- Participant (321 occurrences)
- Platoon JTAC (8 occurrences)
- Zeus (7 occurrences)
- ROMAD (4 occurrences)
- TACP Member (2 occurrences)
Event Frequency
- Operations (346 occurrences)
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| Date | Unit | Position |
|---|---|---|
| May 25, 2025 | Kilo Company, 1st Platoon, TACP Team | TACP Member |
| February 26, 2025 | Kilo Company, 1st Platoon, TACP Team | TACP Member |
| February 10, 2025 | Fox Company, 1st Tactical Air Control Party, Holding Platoon | Unbilleted |
| December 15, 2024 | Alpha Company, Second Platoon, Second Squad | Squad Member |
| August 27, 2023 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, Fourth Squad | Squad Member |
| April 15, 2023 | Hotel Company | Dedicated Curator |
| February 12, 2023 | 51st Combat Aviation Brigade, Bravo Flight, First Section | Aviator |
| December 20, 2022 | Inactive Ready Reserve | Reserves |
| February 19, 2022 | Charlie Company, First Armored Platoon | Armor Crewman |
| June 12, 2021 | Hotel Company | Dedicated Curator |
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| Date | Qualification |
|---|---|
| February 26, 2025 | Call For Fire |
| February 24, 2025 | Forward Air Controller Attack Module - FAC(A) |
| February 23, 2025 | Drone Operator Course |
| February 23, 2025 | Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) |
| February 16, 2025 | Forward Air Controller Transport Module - FAC(T) |
| February 7, 2025 | 1Z3X1 JTAC AIT |
| January 21, 2025 | 68W Combat Medic AIT |
| March 3, 2023 | 15T MOSQ* |
| February 25, 2023 | Attack Rotary Aircraft |
| February 13, 2023 | 153A Aviator MOS Qualification |
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| 12/14/24 (373) Days ago. | Transfer of Assignment | Approved |
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| 12/17/24 (371) Days ago. | S-3 DUO Application | Approved |
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| 12/17/24 (371) Days ago. | S-7 Course Request | Approved |
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| 01/09/25 (348) Days ago. | S-7 Course Request | Approved |
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| 02/08/25 (318) Days ago. | Transfer of Assignment | Approved |
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| 06/14/25 (192) Days ago. | Notice of Discharge | Approved |
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Primary Weapon
Sidearm
Uniform
Helmet
Weapon Attachment
NVG Device
Ammo
Launcher
Vest
Backpack
Cosmetic
Binoculars
Utility
Communications
Medical
Grenade/Throwable
| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Weapon | M4A1 5.56 MM CQB | Standard Issue Service Weapon | Black, Olive, Sand | Assault Rifle |
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| Primary Weapon | M4A1 5.56 MM GL | Standard Issue Service Weapon | Black, Olive, Sand | Assault Rifle Grenade Launcher |
Base
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| Primary Weapon | M4A1 5.56 MM | Standard Issue Service Weapon | Black, Olive, Sand | Assault Rifle |
Base
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| Primary Weapon | M249 PIP (SHORT/LCBA) | Standard Issue LMG | Light Machine Gun |
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sidearm | P226 9 MM | Standard Issue Service Weapon | Black, Olive, Sand | Pistol |
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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| Uniform | [US] OCP Summer | Standard Issue Uniform | All Variants |
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| Uniform | CRYE G3 | Standard Issue Uniform | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine | Rolled Sleeves |
Tier: Specialist
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| Uniform | MASSIF COMBAT UNIFORM | Standard Issue Uniform | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine | Rolled Sleeves |
Tier: Specialist
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| Uniform | BATTLE DRESS UNIFORM | Standard Issue Uniform | Multicam & Multicam Tropic |
Tier: Specialist
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helmet | [US] IHPS (OCP) | Standard Issue Helmet | All Variants |
Base
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| Helmet | [US] ACH Norotos | Standard Issue Helmet | All Variants |
Base
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| Helmet | [US] ACH PSQ | Standard Issue Helmet | All Variants |
Base
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| Helmet | MICH 2000 | Standard Issue Helmet | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine |
Tier: Specialist
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| Helmet | OPSCORE | Standard Issue Helmet | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine |
Tier: Specialist
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| Helmet | OPSCORE 2 | Standard Issue Helmet | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine |
Tier: Specialist
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weapon Attachment | ICO | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
Base
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| Weapon Attachment | TA31RCO-RMR | Standard Issue Attachment | Sight |
Base
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| Weapon Attachment | M145 MGO | Standard Issue Attachment | Sight |
Base
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| Weapon Attachment | ARO | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
Base
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| Weapon Attachment | ACOG | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
Base
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| Weapon Attachment | AHO | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
Base
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| Weapon Attachment | AICO | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NVG Device | AN/PVS-15 | Standard Issue NVG | Winter |
Base
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| NVG Device | AN/PVS-14 | Standard Issue NVG |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammo | 40 MM FLARE ROUND | Standard Issue Munitions | Red, White |
Base
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| Ammo | 40 MM HE GRENADE | Standard Issue Munitions |
Base
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| Ammo | 40 MM HEDP GRENADE | Standard Issue Munitions |
Base
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| Ammo | 200 RND M249 SOFTPACK M855A1 (MIXED) | Standard Issue Munitions | Tracer (Green) |
Base
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| Ammo | 9 MM 15RND P226 MAG | Standard Issue Munitions | Tracer (Green) |
Base
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| Ammo | 30 RND PMAG M855A1 | Standard Issue Munitions | Tracer (Green) |
Base
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| Ammo | 40 MM SMOKE GRENADE | Standard Issue Munitions | Green, Blue, White, Red, Purple |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launcher | M136 (HEAT) | Standard Issue Service Weapon | Rocket Launcher Disposable |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vest | [US] MSV Mk.2 | Standard Issue Vest | All Variants |
Base
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| Vest | [US] IOTV | Standard Issue Vest | All Variants |
Base
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| Vest | DT FACP | Standard Issue Vest | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine | Breacher, Gunner, Operator |
Tier: Specialist
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| Vest | LBT6094 | Standard Issue Vest | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine | Breacher, Gunner, Operator |
Tier: Specialist
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| Vest | LBT ARMATUS | Standard Issue Vest | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine | Breacher, Gunner, Operator |
Tier: Specialist
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| Vest | PARACLETE RAV | Standard Issue Vest | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine | Breacher, Gunner, Operator |
Tier: Specialist
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backpack | [US] MOLLE Sturmgepak (OCP) | Standard Issue Backpack | All Variants |
Base
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| Backpack | PATROL PACK | Standard Issue Backpack | W/ Radio |
Tier: Specialist
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| Backpack | COMPACT BAG | Standard Issue Backpack | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine |
Tier: Specialist
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| Backpack | KIT BAG | Standard Issue Backpack | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine |
Tier: Specialist
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| Backpack | CARRY ALL | Standard Issue Backpack | Multicam, Multicam Tropic, Alpine |
Tier: Specialist
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic | Eyepros (Weiss) | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
Base
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| Cosmetic | Birth Control Glasses | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
Base
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| Cosmetic | Combat Gloves | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
Base
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| Cosmetic | Nomex Gloves | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
Base
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| Cosmetic | Eyepros (Zwart) | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
Base
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| Cosmetic | Eyepros (Klaar) | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
Base
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| Cosmetic | FACE MASK | Standard Issue Cosmetic | Black, OD, Tan | Glasses, Goggles |
Base
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| Cosmetic | SHEMAGH | Standard Issue Cosmetic | OD, Tan | Glasses, Goggles |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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| Binoculars | VECTOR 21 NITE | Standard Issue Range Finder |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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| Utility | MAP TOOLS | Used for Land Navigation |
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| Utility | MAGLITE XL50 | Standard Issue Equipment | Used to light up map |
Base
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| Utility | HELMET CAMERA | Used to let leadership see from your perspective |
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| Utility | IR STROBE | Used to attach to self or vehicles. Helps aviators and friendly ground forces PID |
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| Utility | CABLE TIES | Used to handcuff individuals |
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| Utility | EARPLUGS | Used to reduce damage to hearing |
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| Utility | ENTRENCHING TOOL | Used to dig trenches |
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| Utility | SPRAY PAINT | Used to mark terrain or buildings |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Communications | S7 ANDROID (CTAB) | Standard Issue Navigation |
Base
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| Communications | AN/PRC-152 | Standard Issue Radio |
Base
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| Communications | AN/PRC-343 | Standard Issue Radio |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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| Medical | SPLINT | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | 16G IV | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | FAST IO | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | CHEST SEAL | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | PULSE OXIMETER | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | KING LT | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | TOURNIQUET | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | CHEST SEAL | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | COMBAT PILL PACK | Standard Issue Medical Item |
Base
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| Medical | BANDAGE | Non-CLS:20 | CLS: 60 | 68W: 80 | Basic, Elastic, Packing, QuikClot |
Base
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| Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grenade/Throwable | CHEMLIGHT | Glowstick, useful for marking self, or spots/areas worth noting | Blue, Hi-Blue, Green, Hi-Green, Red, Hi-Red, Orange, Ultra-Hi-Orange, White, Hi-White, Yellow, Hi-Yellow, IR |
Base
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| Grenade/Throwable | M18 SMOKE GRENADE | Used to provide cover, or to signal to other assets |
Base
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| Grenade/Throwable | M18 SMOKE GRENADE (COLOURS) | Used to provide cover, or to signal to other assets | White, Blue, Green, Purple, Red, Orange, Yellow |
Base
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| Grenade/Throwable | M67 FRAGMENTATION GRENADE | Explosive Munitions |
Base
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