HS-6

HS-6, known as the "Indians," was a United States Navy Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron established in 1956. The squadron was initially based at Naval Air Station North Island, California, and operated a series of rotary-wing aircraft, including the SH-3 Sea King and later the SH-60F Seahawk. HS-6 played a vital role in anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue missions, and fleet support, frequently deploying aboard aircraft carriers in both the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The squadron participated in notable operations such as the recovery of Apollo astronauts and various combat deployments, before being redesignated as HSC-6 in 2009 to reflect its broader mission set.