Crafted by Valor

Destigmatizing Veteran Mental Health

Matt Hastings retired from the Army as a Chief Warrant Officer 4 (CW4) Blackhawk helicopter  Instructor Pilot, Master Aviator, and Chief Pilot for the 1st Combat Aviation Brigade in the 1st Infantry Division, Ft. Riley Kansas.

Matt began service in a rare selection to Warrant Officer from the civilian population and attendance to flight school at Ft. Rucker, Alabama. He served in Korea, Ft. Campbell, KY, Germany, Sweden, and Ft. Riley, KS.

Hastings career placed him in service for three combat tours in Iraq and ultimately resulting in the following awards and decorations: 

  • Iraq Campaign Medal – Five Campaign Stars
  • Legion of Merit
  • Bronze Star Medal
  • Meritorious Service Medal (2nd Award)
  • Air Medal w/ Valor Device
  • Air Medal (6th Award)
  • Valorous Unit Award (2nd Award)
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
  • Korea Defense Service Medal
  • Army Overseas Service Ribbon (5th Award)
  • Combat Action Badge
  • Master Aviator Badge

Hastings holds a B.S. in Psychology and an Masters in Organizational Leadership. His future plans include pursuing his relentless advocacy for veterans and service members.