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Warrant Officer One
Ari Vandiver
51st Combat Aviation Brigade, Bravo Company, First Aviation Platoon
Logistics Aviator
Supervisor
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Length In Service
Time in Service
10 months, 23 days, 14 hours, 13 minutes, 42 seconds
Time in Grade
1 month, 9 days, 12 hours, 22 minutes, 42 seconds
Reported In
2 days ago
(February 20, 2025 06:43 AM)
Administrative Positions
Administrative Unit | Administrative Position |
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S-7 Training and Doctrine Command | Instructor |
S-9 Public Affairs | Recruiter |
S-6 Public Affairs | Media Clerk |
Ari Vandiver's Accolades

Air Assault Badge

Army Aviation Basic Crew Chief Badge

Parachutist Badge

Basic Aviator Badge

Basic Aviator Badge
Awarded on February 8, 2025 11:44 PM
Citation

Time in Service Ribbon
Date | Text |
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February 19, 2025 | OPLOA: 04/03/2025 |
February 8, 2025 | Awarded Basic Aviator Badge |
January 12, 2025 | Promoted from Warrant Officer Cadet to Warrant Officer One |
December 15, 2024 | Promoted from Private Second Class to Warrant Officer Cadet |
December 14, 2024 | Awarded Parachutist Badge |
December 14, 2024 | Awarded Air Assault Badge |
November 24, 2024 | Awarded Time in Service Ribbon |
October 25, 2024 | GenLOA Oct 25th to Dec 1st 2024 |
October 23, 2024 | Awarded Army Aviation Basic Crew Chief Badge |
October 15, 2024 | Promoted from Airman First Class to Private Second Class |
Most Recent Awards

Basic Aviator Badge
February 8, 2025 11:44

Parachutist Badge
December 14, 2024 08:34

Air Assault Badge
December 14, 2024 08:34

Time in Service Ribbon
November 24, 2024 10:06

Army Aviation Basic Crew Chief Badge
October 23, 2024 08:57
Date | Event | Role | Type |
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February 16, 2025 | Operation Elysium Phase II | Aviator - Patriot (MH-60M) | Operations |
February 9, 2025 | Operation Massachusetts Phase II | Aviator - Patriot (MH-60M) | Operations |
February 7, 2025 | Operation Massachusetts Phase I | Aviator - Gunfighter (MH-60DAP) | Operations |
January 26, 2025 | Operation Heavy Resolve Phase II | Aviator - Anvil (C-17) | Operations |
January 19, 2025 | Operation Downstream Phase II | Aviator - Patriot (MH-60M) | Operations |
January 12, 2025 | Operation Cold Lightning II | Aviator - Patriot (MH-60M) | Operations |
December 15, 2024 | Operation Mall Cop | Aviator - Patriot (MH-60M) | Operations |
December 13, 2024 | Operation Serpent | Crew Chief | Operations |
November 24, 2024 | Operation Lumberjack | Aviator - Patriot (MH-60M) | Operations |
November 22, 2024 | Operation LASO | Crew Chief | Operations |
Top 5 Most Frequent Combat Roles
- Participant (10 occurrences)
- Aviator - Patriot (MH-60M) (6 occurrences)
- Crew Chief (2 occurrences)
- Squad JTAC (1 occurrences)
- Aviator - Anvil (C-17) (1 occurrences)
Event Frequency
- Operations (21 occurrences)
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Date | Unit | Position |
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December 15, 2024 | 51st Combat Aviation Brigade, Bravo Company, First Aviation Platoon | Logistics Aviator |
October 15, 2024 | 51st Combat Aviation Brigade, Bravo Company, First Aviation Platoon | Crew Chief |
September 18, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad | Joint Terminal Attack Controller |
September 17, 2024 | Fox Company, 1st Tactical Air Control Party, Holding Platoon | Joint Terminal Attack Controller |
April 22, 2024 | Alpha Company, First Platoon, First Squad | Joint Terminal Attack Controller |
April 2, 2024 | Fox Company, 1st Tactical Air Control Party, Holding Platoon | ROMAD |
March 31, 2024 | Alpha Company, Second Platoon, Second Squad | Squad Member |
March 29, 2024 | Alpha Trainee Platoon | Unbilleted |
February 14, 2023 | Alpha Company, Second Platoon, First Squad | Bravo Fireteam Member |
February 14, 2023 | Alpha Company, Second Platoon, First Squad | Bravo Fireteam Member |
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Date | Qualification |
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February 16, 2025 | Marksmanship Course |
February 9, 2025 | Close Combat Missile Course |
February 9, 2025 | Machine Gunner's Course |
February 4, 2025 | Attack Rotary Aircraft |
January 23, 2025 | Advanced Leadership Course |
December 14, 2024 | Aerial Insert School |
October 23, 2024 | 153A Aviator MOS Qualification |
October 23, 2024 | 15T Crew Chief AIT |
May 19, 2024 | 12B Combat Engineer AIT |
May 7, 2024 | Warrior's Leadership Course |
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10/20/24 (125) Days ago. | Leave of Absence | Approved |
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11/30/24 (83) Days ago. | S-7 Course Request | Approved |
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11/30/24 (83) Days ago. | S-7 Course Request | Approved |
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12/22/24 (61) Days ago. | S-7 TRADOC Application | Approved |
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02/04/25 (18) Days ago. | S-7 Course Request | Approved |
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02/09/25 (12) Days ago. | S-6 PA Application | On Hold |
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02/09/25 (12) Days ago. | S-9 DUREC Application | Approved |
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02/19/25 (2) Days ago. | Leave of Absence | 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 |
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Primary Weapon | M4A1 5.56 MM | Standard Issue Service Weapon | Black, Olive, Sand | Assault Rifle |
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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 |
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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 |
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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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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Helmet | [US] IHPS (OCP) | Standard Issue Helmet | All Variants |
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Helmet | [US] ACH Norotos | Standard Issue Helmet | All Variants |
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Helmet | [US] ACH PSQ | Standard Issue Helmet | All Variants |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Weapon Attachment | ACOG | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
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Weapon Attachment | AHO | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
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Weapon Attachment | AICO | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
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Weapon Attachment | ARO | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
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Weapon Attachment | ICO | Standard Issue Attachment | Black, Olive, Sand | Sight |
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Weapon Attachment | M145 MGO | Standard Issue Attachment | Sight |
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Weapon Attachment | TA31RCO-RMR | Standard Issue Attachment | Sight |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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NVG Device | AN/PVS-15 | Standard Issue NVG | Winter |
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NVG Device | AN/PVS-14 | Standard Issue NVG |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Ammo | 40 MM FLARE ROUND | Standard Issue Munitions | Red, White |
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Ammo | 40 MM HE GRENADE | Standard Issue Munitions |
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Ammo | 40 MM HEDP GRENADE | Standard Issue Munitions |
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Ammo | 200 RND M249 SOFTPACK M855A1 (MIXED) | Standard Issue Munitions | Tracer (Green) |
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Ammo | 9 MM 15RND P226 MAG | Standard Issue Munitions | Tracer (Green) |
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Ammo | 30 RND PMAG M855A1 | Standard Issue Munitions | Tracer (Green) |
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Ammo | 40 MM SMOKE GRENADE | Standard Issue Munitions | Green, Blue, White, Red, Purple |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Launcher | M136 (HEAT) | Standard Issue Service Weapon | Rocket Launcher DISPOSABLE |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Vest | [US] IOTV | Standard Issue Vest | All Variants |
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Vest | [US] MSV Mk.2 | Standard Issue Vest | All Variants |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Backpack | [US] MOLLE Sturmgepak (OCP) | Standard Issue Backpack | All Variants |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Cosmetic | SHEMAGH | Standard Issue Cosmetic | OD, Tan | Glasses, Goggles |
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Cosmetic | FACE MASK | Standard Issue Cosmetic | Black, OD, Tan | Glasses, Goggles |
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Cosmetic | Eyepros (Klaar) | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
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Cosmetic | Eyepros (Weiss) | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
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Cosmetic | Eyepros (Zwart) | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
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Cosmetic | Nomex Gloves | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
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Cosmetic | Combat Gloves | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
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Cosmetic | Birth Control Glasses | Standard Issue Cosmetic | All Variants |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Binoculars | VECTOR 21 NITE | Standard Issue Range Finder |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Utility | ENTRENCHING TOOL | Used to dig trenches |
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Utility | EARPLUGS | Used to reduce damage to hearing |
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Utility | CABLE TIES | Used to handcuff individuals |
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Utility | SPRAY PAINT | Used to mark terrain or buildings |
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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 | HELMET CAMERA | Used to let leadership see from your perspective |
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Utility | MAGLITE XL50 | Standard Issue Equipment | Used to light up map |
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Utility | MAP TOOLS | Used for Land Navigation |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Communications | S7 ANDROID (CTAB) | Standard Issue Navigation |
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Communications | AN/PRC-152 | Standard Issue Radio |
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Communications | AN/PRC-343 | Standard Issue Radio |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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Medical | BANDAGE | Non-CLS:20 | CLS: 60 | 68W: 80 | Basic, Elastic, Packing, QuikClot |
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Medical | COMBAT PILL PACK | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | CHEST SEAL | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | Medical EPINEPHRINE AUTOINJECTOR | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | SPLINT | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | TOURNIQUET | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | KING LT | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | PULSE OXIMETER | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | CHEST SEAL | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | FAST IO | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Medical | 16G IV | Standard Issue Medical Item |
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Category | Equipment Name | Description | Variants | Tags | Source |
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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 |
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Grenade/Throwable | M18 SMOKE GRENADE | Used to provide cover, or to signal to other assets |
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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 |
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Grenade/Throwable | M67 FRAGMENTATION GRENADE | Explosive Munitions |
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