HMH-361
Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361 (HMH-361) is a United States Marine Corps helicopter squadron consisting of CH-53E Super Stallion transport helicopters. The squadron, known as the "Flying Tigers", is based at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California and falls under the command of Marine Aircraft Group 16 (MAG-16) and the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (3rd MAW).
| Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361 | |
|---|---|
HMH-361 insignia | |
| Active | 25 February 1952 - present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | USMC |
| Type | Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron |
| Role | Assault Support |
| Part of | Marine Aircraft Group 16 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing |
| Garrison/HQ | Marine Corps Air Station Miramar |
| Nickname(s) | "Flying Tigers" |
| Tail Code | YN |
| Engagements | Vietnam War Operation Enduring Freedom Operation Iraqi Freedom |
| Commanders | |
| Current commander | LtCol B. Thoreen |
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