Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 7

Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 7 (HC-7), known as the "Sea Devils," was a distinguished U.S. Navy helicopter squadron established in September 1967. Primarily tasked with combat search and rescue (CSAR) missions during the Vietnam War, HC-7 operated from aircraft carriers and forward bases throughout the Western Pacific. The squadron played a critical role in rescuing downed pilots, saving over 150 lives under hostile conditions. HC-7 was decommissioned in June 1975, earning multiple commendations for its valor and service.