25U is going to 1st AIR CAV BRIGADE. What can you tell me about Fort Hood?

2015-10-15T21:47:22-04:00

Hello, I'm PCSing from Fort Carson to Fort Hood. I'm currently in a stryker BDE, I'm going to a aviation BDE at hood. I have never been in a aviation unit. I was wondering what peoples thoughts where on 1ACB and fort hood in general

Response by CW5 Sam R. Baker made Oct 15 at 2015 10:25 PM

2015-10-15T22:25:50-04:00

Congratulations on your assignment and as an aviator, I think you will enjoy your assignment. Each and every position in the brigade is treasured, however sometimes non-aviators don't feel the love. Fort Hood is a great assignment in you enjoy the outdoors, it is a huge installation. Enjoy.

Response by SSG Robert Webster made Oct 16 at 2015 7:23 AM

2015-10-16T07:23:06-04:00

I don't have a clue. Never been there. Though as CW5 Sam R. Baker stated, I understand that if you like outdoor activities it has a lot to offer. I do believe that you will definitely enjoy the change of pace that an Aviation type unit provides as compared to a Stryker unit.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 16 at 2015 7:47 AM

2015-10-16T07:47:34-04:00

All the major cities are within 250 miles from Fort Hood. So if you spend the money you can have a blast. Never heard anything bad about the Air Cav. Good luck!

Response by SSG Antonine Galvan made Oct 16 at 2015 8:42 AM

2015-10-16T08:42:56-04:00

Babe never seem to be in amazement that's for sure so have fun in fort hood

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 16 at 2015 8:48 AM

2015-10-16T08:48:56-04:00

1ACB is the only Aviation brigade in Fort Hood that mean we busy, but I won't change it for any other brigade in Fort Hood, when it comes to take care the soldiers and family the Brigade in general do a superb job.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 16 at 2015 8:50 AM

2015-10-16T08:50:10-04:00

Don't take it as a W1 perspective, take it from 12 years enlisted in aviation. As Mr. Baker said, sometimes non aviation don't feel as much of the love, but aviation in general is a little more relaxed. Operations of course revolve around the aircraft and their work generally revolves around the ground guys of the supported units (as it should). Still generally a more lax environment provided inspections go well and the job is getting done. This will be my first time in a Cav. A lot of pride in those units with a lot of history to back it up. Evryone makes fun of the Cav, but all in good fun. When it comes down to business, everyone works together just fine. Except those blackhawk guys... If you take a look at my discussions, you'll see a recent one asking about Fort Hood too, more specifically about places to look for a home. I've been getting some great input across the spectrum. I think we're headed to a pretty good place man. I've always heard mixed thoughts about it, but that's usually a good sign because it could be like Drum where everyone hates it. I'm a little jealous you're coming from Carson. I he up in that area, and it's a station I've been trying to get but was always just or of reach!

Response by SGT Ronnie Warford made Oct 16 at 2015 10:39 AM

2015-10-16T10:39:49-04:00

Air Cav is the best place to be on Fort Hood. As far as the great state of Texas. You have lots to do

Response by SSG Jackie Todd made Oct 16 at 2015 11:30 AM

2015-10-16T11:30:52-04:00

It has been a while since I have been to Hood. I was there with the 4th ID as a heavy wheel mechanic. I loved it there.

Response by SFC Terry Fortune made Oct 16 at 2015 5:21 PM

2015-10-16T17:21:16-04:00

SGT Burke, The first thing that you will notice is the wind is always blowing in Central Texas. Ft. Hood is a great post, with a lot big cities about 2-4 hrs. driving time. Wish you the best on your new assignment.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 16 at 2015 11:44 PM

2015-10-16T23:44:30-04:00

Run

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 17 at 2015 8:14 AM

2015-10-17T08:14:42-04:00

Loved it. Lots of opportunities to do your job in real time. Signal gets their respect their even though you are not a flight asset. I reclassed back to medical, but as a 25Q I learned a lot in 25B and 25U

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 19 at 2015 5:13 PM

2015-10-19T17:13:54-04:00

Don't. Do whatever you can to get a different assignment. If it's unavoidable, leave as soon as possible.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 27 at 2015 1:29 PM

2015-10-27T13:29:21-04:00

1AIR CAV is a busy place but I'm sure you will enjoy the experience, it's a place where you will get as far as you aloud your self to go.....Welcome to the Great Place

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 27 at 2015 10:10 PM

2015-10-27T22:10:37-04:00

Fort Hood is my best assignment yet and I was in Hawaii for some time. Here you will have endless career opportunities as well as a whole lot of things to do in your off time. Outdoors, huge cities just a short drive away, and many historical sites. If you dont make yourself better here and have fun doing it is because you are purposely trying not to lile it. Good luck to you in your new assignment!

Response by Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 11 at 2015 3:01 PM

2015-11-11T15:01:18-05:00

Welcome to the Great Place you will like there

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 27 at 2018 6:03 PM

2018-09-27T18:03:22-04:00

Is that country bar still out in town? That place was fun.