(Another AV8RSTUFF Creation) HSC-28 provides combat ready MH-60S armed helicopter detachments for amphibious ready group, search and rescue, vertical replenishment, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, and utility services to CTF-80, U.S. 4th Fleet, U.S. 5th Fleet, and U.S. 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. HSC-28 is committed to providing precise and professional performance in the safe execution of the Helicopter Sea Combat mission. In 2019, the squadron was awarded the Retention Excellence, Blue ÒMÓ, and Battle ÒEÓ. In 2018, the squadron received the Battle ÒEÓ and Safety ÒSÓ. This is the patch they created for their deployment to “FOB CHAMBERS” (Forward Operating Base). It says “SCREW WHALES” at the bottom and DOES have velcro attached.
