Jon Hamilton: What It Takes to Join the 160th SOAR—Night Stalker Selection & Training Explained скачать в хорошем качестве

Jon Hamilton: What It Takes to Join the 160th SOAR—Night Stalker Selection & Training Explained

In this episode, Jon Hamilton dives into what it takes to become a Night Stalker in the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR). As the Army’s elite aviation unit, the 160th supports special operations like Green Berets, Navy SEALs, and Rangers. Jon explains the rigorous five-week selection course, known as Green Platoon, which includes phases like land navigation, weapons training, combat medical care, and combatives. From physical challenges like pulling trucks up hills to advanced combat marksmanship, Jon breaks down the process and shares why this hidden gem of the Army left such a lasting impact on him. Key Topics: -What it takes to join the 160th SOAR (Night Stalkers) -Breakdown of Green Platoon’s four phases: Land navigation, weapons, medical, and combatives -The physical and mental challenges of Night Stalker selection and training -Why the 160th SOAR is one of Jon’s favorite military experiences Tune in to hear Jon’s firsthand account of the selection and training process that makes Night Stalkers elite.