Will Woods ACTIVE
US Army Chief Warrant Officer 2, Aviator - Rotary
Specialty
160th SOAR "Saber" - Pilot
Unit
Bronze Squadron, Supporting Assets, 160th SOAR - Pilots
(Night Stalkers)
Position
Aviator - Rotary
Time in service
6 months, 23 days
Time in grade
6 months, 23 days
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Bronze Squadron, JSOC Staff, Personnel-1
- J-1 : Administrative Specialist | Shop Support Staff | ACTIVE
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Award
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Army Overseas Service Ribbon |
AWARD - US ARMY
Army Overseas Service Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Will Woods IN RECOGNITION OF Successful completion of a designated overseas assignment in support of United States military operations and objectives during Operation Shadow Convergence. SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY 160TH SPECIAL OPERATION AVIATION REGIMENT SABER DETACHMENT
Record Text
Successful completion of a designated overseas assignment in support of United States military operations and objectives during Operation Shadow Convergence.
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon |
AWARD - JOINT
Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Will Woods IN RECOGNITION OF Honorable service in direct support of military operations in Afghanistan. Through dedication to duty, professional excellence, and unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment while deployed in support of combat and contingency operations during Operation Shadow Convergence. SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BRONZE SQUADRON
Record Text
Honorable service in direct support of military operations in Afghanistan. Through dedication to duty, professional excellence, and unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment while deployed in support of combat and contingency operations during Operation Shadow Convergence.
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Combat Action Badge |
AWARD - US ARMY
Combat Action Badge THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Will Woods IN RECOGNITION OF Meritorious achievement while actively participating in ground or surface combat against enemy forces. Demonstrating exceptional courage, professional competence, and steadfast determination under hostile conditions during Operation Shadow Convergence SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY 160TH SPECIAL OPERATION AVIATION REGIMENT SABER DETACHMENT
Record Text
Meritorious achievement while actively participating in ground or surface combat against enemy forces. Demonstrating exceptional courage, professional competence, and steadfast determination under hostile conditions during Operation Shadow Convergence
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| Jun 1, 2026 | Global War on Terrorism Service Medal |
AWARD - JOINT
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Will Woods IN RECOGNITION OF Exceptionally meritorious service in support of operations to counter terrorism and protect the security interests of the United States. Through dedicated performance of duty, unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment, and steadfast support of the Global War on Terrorism during Operation Shadow Convergence. SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BRONZE SQUADRON
Record Text
Exceptionally meritorious service in support of operations to counter terrorism and protect the security interests of the United States. Through dedicated performance of duty, unwavering commitment to mission accomplishment, and steadfast support of the Global War on Terrorism during Operation Shadow Convergence.
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| Jun 1, 2026 | National Defense Service Medal |
AWARD - JOINT
National Defense Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Will Woods IN RECOGNITION OF Faithful performance of duty, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to the values of military service during Operation Shadow Convergence. SIGNED THIS DAY, Jun 1, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
UNITED STATES SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND JOINT SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND BRONZE SQUADRON
Record Text
Faithful performance of duty, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to the values of military service during Operation Shadow Convergence.
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| May 27, 2026 | Army Aviator Wings |
AWARD - BADGE/QUAL - US ARMY
Army Aviator Wings THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT CW2 Will Woods HAS SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED All required US Army Aviation training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the Army Aviator Wings and is hereby recognized as a qualified aviator Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU. SIGNED THIS DAY, May 27, 2026 MATTHEW SOWDERS COMMANDER SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND
DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY 160TH SPECIAL OPERATION AVIATION REGIMENT SABER DETACHMENT
Record Text
All required US Army Aviation training, evaluations, and operational standards necessary to earn the Army Aviator Wings and is hereby recognized as a qualified aviator Bronze Squadron, DEVGRU.
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| Jun 12, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase A02-26; Anvil Troop Training | |
| Jun 7, 2026 | Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 04-26 - MOVEMENT & ACTIONS ON THE OBJECTIVE | 2IC STRESS TESTING / LEADERSHIP CONTINUITY | SOAR TRAINING — Training Operation: ENEMY EQUIPMENT DENIAL |
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| Dec 1, 2025 | ![]() |
Promotion |
PROMOTION
PROMOTION — CW2 Will Woods, has been promoted to the rank of US Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 on Dec 1, 2025. This promotion reflects sustained performance, discipline, and the operational aggression expected within a Tier‑1 environment. The trooper has consistently met or exceeded Bronze Squadron standards and demonstrated the capability, maturity, and reliability required to operate at the next level. Promotion is awarded without reservation. |
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| May 1, 2026 | Bronze Squadron, JSOC Staff, Personnel-1 | J-1 : Administrative Specialist | |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Bronze Squadron, Supporting Assets, 160th SOAR - Pilots | Aviator - Rotary |
ENLISTMENT
ENLISTMENT — BRONZE SQUADRON Will Woods, CW2, has officially enlisted into Bronze Squadron and is now assigned to Bronze Squadron, Supporting Assets, 160th SOAR - Pilots as Aviator - Rotary (160th SOAR "Saber" - Pilot). This entry marks the trooper’s acceptance into a Tier‑1 operational element. Enlistment into Bronze Squadron signifies that the member has met the initial standards required for integration into a high‑performance, mission‑focused unit. The trooper is expected to uphold the discipline, professionalism, and operational aggression demanded by Bronze Squadron. |


Army Aviator Wings (Basic)