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US Helicopter Combat Support Squadron NINE

Helicopter Combat Support Squadron NINE

HC-9 · Protectors

1975–1990

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HC-9 flew the HH-3A Sea King and during its existence was the only US Navy squadron whose mission was to provide Rescue and Recovery of Aircrews in a hostile environment and Insertion and Extraction of Special Forces wherever needed.

From 1990 their mission was assumed by HSC-4 and HCS-5


You can find more info at Donald Bakers website

Locations

1975-1990 KNZY NZY NAS North Island

Models

1975-1990 Sikorsky S-61 H-3

Airframes (6)

Reg Model C/N Built
148036 hss-2 61-014
149682 hss-2 61-091
149922 hss-2 61-195
151552 hss-2 61-272 1964
151553 hss-2 61-273
151556 hss-2 61-292