HSL-32

Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron (Light) 32 (HSL-32), known as the "Invaders," was a United States Navy helicopter squadron established in 1974. The unit operated the SH-2 Seasprite helicopter, providing vital anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASUW) capabilities from small surface combatants such as frigates and destroyers. HSL-32 played a key role in Cold War maritime operations in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, supporting carrier battle groups and surface action groups. The squadron was based at Naval Air Station Norfolk, Virginia, until its deactivation in 1994 as part of post-Cold War force reductions.