HMM-364

HMM-364, known as the "Purple Foxes," is a distinguished United States Marine Corps helicopter squadron originally activated in 1961. The unit first saw extensive combat during the Vietnam War, providing crucial assault support and medevac missions with their CH-46 Sea Knight helicopters. Renowned for their bravery, HMM-364 participated in numerous major operations, including the Siege of Khe Sanh and Operation Dewey Canyon. After Vietnam, the squadron continued to serve in various global conflicts and humanitarian missions, exemplifying the Marine Corps' commitment to rapid-response aviation support. The unit was redesignated as VMM-364 in 2012, transitioning to the MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft.