Derrick Martin Active Duty
Warrant Officer 1, Army Aviator

Specialty
153A
Position
Army Aviator
Unit
3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment
Status
Active Duty
Time in service
5 months, 7 days
Time in grade
10 days









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Jun 24, 2025 | Returned from Leave of Absence | |
May 29, 2025 | Leave of Absence approved, expected return date: 06/27/25 | |
May 15, 2025 | Returned from Leave of Absence | |
Apr 18, 2025 | Leave of Absence extension approved, expected return date: 05/13/25 | |
Apr 5, 2025 | Leave of Absence extension approved, expected return date: 04/13/25 | |
Mar 11, 2025 | Leave of Absence approved, expected return date: 04/01/25 | |
Mar 8, 2025 | Graduated One Station Unit Training Class #25-10 | |
Mar 6, 2025 | Promoted to Private Trainee |
Promotion Document
Certificate of Promotion TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING: Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Derrick Martin I do promote them to in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of
You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the Army. Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Award
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Aug 3, 2025 | ![]() |
Award Document
![]() Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM) Warrant Officer 1 Derrick Martin The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM). Awarded: Aug 3, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
![]() For exceptionally meritorious achievement while serving as a CH-47F Chinook Crew Chief, during Mission Troy, and during combat operations near the City of Masjid Muallem. During the aerial recovery of a disabled combat vehicle under heavy and sustained enemy fire, Warrant Officer Candidate Martin and Private Winchester displayed unwavering courage, technical proficiency, and steadfast composure. Their expertise on the management of aircraft systems and vigilant security scanning directly contributed to the safe execution of the high-risk mission. WOC Martin’s and PVT Winchester’s actions ensured the protection of aircrew and ground personnel, and their dedication to duty in the face of enemy engagement reflects great credit upon themselves, 3rd Combat Aviation Detachment, and the 3rd Infantry Division.
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Jul 6, 2025 | ![]() |
Award Document
![]() Good Conduct Medal (GCM) Warrant Officer 1 Derrick Martin The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Good Conduct Medal (GCM). Awarded: Jul 6, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Jun 8, 2025 | ![]() |
Award Document
![]() Army Aviation Basic Crewmember Badge Warrant Officer 1 Derrick Martin The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Army Aviation Basic Crewmember Badge. Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Jun 8, 2025 | ![]() |
Award Document
![]() Overseas Service Bar Warrant Officer 1 Derrick Martin The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Overseas Service Bar. Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Jun 8, 2025 | ![]() |
Award Document
![]() Combat Action Badge (CAB1) Warrant Officer 1 Derrick Martin The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Combat Action Badge (CAB1). Awarded: Jun 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Apr 7, 2025 | ![]() |
Award Document
![]() National Defense Service Medal (NDSM) Warrant Officer 1 Derrick Martin The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the National Defense Service Medal (NDSM). Awarded: Apr 7, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash
Record Text
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Mar 8, 2025 | ![]() |
Award Document
![]() Army Service Ribbon (ASR) Warrant Officer 1 Derrick Martin The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Army Service Ribbon (ASR). Awarded: Mar 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Mar 8, 2025 | ![]() |
Award Document
![]() Marksmanship Badge (Expert) Warrant Officer 1 Derrick Martin The Secretary of the Army has reposed special trust and confidence in your patriotism, valor, fidelity and professional excellence. In view of these qualities, your demonstrated leadership potential, and dedicated service to the United States Army and the unit, you are, therefore, awarded the Marksmanship Badge (Expert). Awarded: Mar 8, 2025 Signed: Major John LaFlash |
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Aug 10, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Crete | |
Jul 28, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Athens | |
Jul 13, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Sparta | |
Jun 29, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Troy | |
May 18, 2025 | Operation Egyptian Collapse - Egypt: Mission Granite |
Rank
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Aug 3, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Promotion Document
![]() Certificate of Promotion TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING: Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Derrick Martin I do promote them to Warrant Officer 1 in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Aug 3, 2025
You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the Army. Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Jun 29, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Promotion Document
![]() Certificate of Promotion TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING: Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Derrick Martin I do promote them to Warrant Officer Candidate in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Jun 29, 2025
You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the Army. Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Jun 8, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Promotion Document
![]() Certificate of Promotion TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING: Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Derrick Martin I do promote them to Private First Class in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Jun 8, 2025
You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the Army. Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Mar 8, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
Promotion Document
![]() Certificate of Promotion TO ALL WHO SHALL SEE THESE PRESENTS, GREETING: Know Ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the fidelity and abilities of Derrick Martin I do promote them to Private Second Class in the UNITED STATES ARMY to grade as such from the date of Mar 8, 2025
You will discharge carefully and diligently the duties of the grade to which promoted and uphold the traditions and standards of the Army. Signed: Major John LaFlash |
Unit
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Position
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Aug 13, 2025 | 3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment | Army Aviator |
Aug 3, 2025 | 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion | Army Aviator |
Jun 29, 2025 | 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion | Aviator Trainee |
Jun 24, 2025 | 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion | Aviation Crew Chief |
May 29, 2025 | 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion | Aviation Crew Chief |
May 29, 2025 | Leave of Absence | Aviation Crew Chief |
May 15, 2025 | 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion | Crew Chief Trainee |
Mar 11, 2025 | Leave of Absence | Crew Chief Trainee |
Mar 7, 2025 | 2nd Battalion, 3rd General Support Aviation Battalion | Crew Chief Trainee |
Mar 6, 2025 | Reserves | Reservist |
Qualification
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Aug 3, 2025 | 153A Rotary Wing Aviator Qualified |
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Mar 8, 2025 | Qualified with AR (M249): Sustained Fire |
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Mar 8, 2025 | Qualified with GL (M320): Qualified |
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Mar 8, 2025 | Qualified with AT4 (M136): Expert |
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Mar 8, 2025 | Qualified with Grenade (M67): Expert |
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Mar 8, 2025 | Qualified with Pistol (M17): Qualified |
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