Celeste Pearce RESERVES

Chief Warrant Officer 2, Pilot in Command

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Rank

Chief Warrant Officer 2

WO-2 | CW2

Assignment

Specialty

153A - Rotary Wing Aviator

Unit

Reserves

Position

Pilot in Command

Length in service

Time in service

3 months, 20 days

Time in grade

1 month, 12 days

Last report in

11 Aug 2026 at 10:57 PM EDT

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Date	Text
Aug 12, 2026	Extended LOA moved to Reserves Transfer - Expected Member Return - 30DEC2026	TRANSFER TO RESERVES TRANSFER TO RESERVES — CHANGE OF DUTY STATUS Celeste Pearce, CW2, serving under Reserves as Pilot in Command (153A - Rotary Wing Aviator), has been formally transferred to Reserve status. This action transitions the trooper from active operational duty to a reserve posture while maintaining eligibility for recall, training, and continued service obligations. The member departs active status in good standing and is expected to uphold readiness, discipline, and the standards associated with Tier‑1 affiliation while in the Reserve component.

Date	Award
Jun 1, 2026	Army Overseas Service Ribbon	AWARD - US ARMY Army Overseas Service Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Celeste Pearce 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.
Jun 1, 2026	Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon	AWARD - JOINT Afghanistan Campaign Ribbon THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Celeste Pearce 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.
Jun 1, 2026	Combat Action Badge	AWARD - US ARMY Combat Action Badge THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Celeste Pearce 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
Jun 1, 2026	Global War on Terrorism Service Medal	AWARD - JOINT Global War on Terrorism Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Celeste Pearce 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.
Jun 1, 2026	National Defense Service Medal	AWARD - JOINT National Defense Service Medal THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT CW2 Celeste Pearce 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.
May 27, 2026	Army Aviator Wings	AWARD - BADGE/QUAL - US ARMY Army Aviator Wings THIS DOCUMENT CERTIFIES THAT CW2 Celeste Pearce 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.

Date	Text
Jul 18, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX TRAINING PHASE A03-26; ANVIL 2 SQUAD TRAINING
Jul 14, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission Day 3 TACP Qualification
Jul 3, 2026	Operation 2026 Fun-Ops: Mission Capt. Anthems Monthly Fun-Op - Operation Jenga Down Pt. 1 (Alpha Cell)
Jul 1, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission SOAR Training 01-26
Jun 29, 2026	Operation 2026 FTX Cycle: Mission FTX Training Phase 05-26 - Mission Planning & HVT Capture
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
May 23, 2026	Operation 2026 Spin Ups: Mission Deadman's Gambit Part 2

Date	Rank	Type
Jul 2, 2026	Chief Warrant Officer 2	Promotion	PROMOTION PROMOTION — CW2 Celeste Pearce, has been promoted to the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 2 on Jul 2, 2026. 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.
May 7, 2026	Warrant Officer 1	Promotion	PROMOTION PROMOTION — WO1 Celeste Pearce, has been promoted to the rank of Warrant Officer 1 on May 7, 2026. 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.
May 1, 2026	Warrant Officer Candidate	Promotion

Date	Unit	Position
May 1, 2026	160th SOAR Nightstalkers	Pilot in Command

Date	Qualification
May 27, 2026	Army Aviator Wings (Basic)