HMM-268

Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 268 (HMM-268), known as the "Red Dragons," was commissioned on September 1, 1972, at Marine Corps Air Station Tustin, California. The squadron was equipped with CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters and participated in numerous operations and deployments, including humanitarian assistance, training exercises, and combat support roles. HMM-268 played a key role in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm during the Gulf War and later supported Operation Iraqi Freedom. In 2006, the squadron transitioned to the MV-22 Osprey, becoming VMM-268, and continues to serve as a vital aviation asset for the United States Marine Corps.