HSM-74

Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron Seven Four (HSM-74), known as the "Swamp Foxes," was established in 1986 as HSL-44 and later redesignated HSM-74 in March 2009. Originally based at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida, the squadron transitioned from the SH-60B Seahawk to the MH-60R Seahawk helicopter, expanding its capabilities in anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare. HSM-74 has supported numerous carrier strike group deployments, providing critical maritime security, search and rescue, and reconnaissance missions. The squadron continues to serve as a vital component of the U.S. Navy's rotary-wing aviation force, maintaining a reputation for operational excellence.