HMH-466

• Nickname - "Wolfpack": HMH-466 is famously known as the "Wolfpack," a moniker that highlights their unit pride and esprit de corps. • Established in 1984: Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 466 (HMH-466) was activated on November 30, 1984, at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Tustin, California. • CH-53E Super Stallion Operators: The unit flies the CH-53E Super Stallion, the Marine Corps’ largest and heaviest helicopter, renowned for its heavy-lift capabilities. • First to 30,000 Flight Hours: In 1997, HMH-466 became the first CH-53E squadron to achieve 30,000 mishap-free flight hours, setting a new standard for safety and professionalism. • Gulf War Service: The "Wolfpack" deployed to Saudi Arabia and participated in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991, providing crucial heavy-lift support. • Global Deployments: HMH-466 has deployed to locations worldwide, including Iraq, Afghanistan, Japan, and the Philippines, supporting combat and humanitarian missions. • Humanitarian Assistance: The squadron has participated in numerous humanitarian missions, such as disaster relief operations after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and typhoon relief in the Philippines. • Relocation to Miramar: In 1999, HMH-466 relocated from MCAS Tustin to MCAS Miramar, California, as part of the Marine Corps' base realignment. • Support for Marine Expeditionary Units: The squadron frequently supports Marine Expeditionary Units (MEUs), providing heavy-lift and transport capabilities for rapid response missions. • Pioneers in Maintenance: HMH-466 has been recognized multiple times for maintenance excellence, including winning the Secretary of Defense Phoenix Award for Maintenance Excellence in 2012.