2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment pumps its "one-millionth" gallon of fuel

Courtesy Photo | Brig. Gen. Francis J. Wiercinski, deputy commanding general support, 25th Infantry Division, meets pilots of 2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, to discuss aviation operations and experiences at Forward Operating Base Warrior, Kirkuk, Iraq. Wiercinski was on hand to congratulate aviation fuelers of Echo Company, 2-6, for keeping the brigade's air assets in the fight.  

KIRKUK, IRAQ

03.13.2007

Courtesy Story

3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division

KIRKUK, Iraq – Pfc. Joseph Gardner, aviation fueler, Echo Company, 2nd Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade, pumped the "one-millionth" gallon of fuel into an OH-58D ("Kiowa Warrior") at Forward Operating Base Warrior, Kirkuk, Iraq. Brig. Gen. Francis J. Wiercinski, deputy commanding general support, 25th Infantry Division, was on-hand to recognize the event.

Wiercinski congratulated Echo Company Soldiers for helping to keep the brigade's air assets in the fight and took the opportunity during his visit to FOB Warrior to meet with pilots to discuss the squadron's mission and experiences to date.

According to Lt. Col. James Barker, squadron commander, 2-6, his "Air Cav" unit provides direct aviation support to the 3rd Infantry Brigade Combat Team that the brigade wouldn't usually have, which includes reconnaissance, security, close combat attack and air assault capabilities.

• Date Taken: 03.13.2007
• Date Posted: 03.13.2007 14:10
• Story ID: 9424
• Location: KIRKUK, IQ