Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 1 (HC-1) | |
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Active | 1 April 1948 – 29 April 1994 |
Country | United States of America |
Branch | United States Navy |
Type | Navy Helicopter Squadron |
Size | Squadron |
Garrison/HQ | NAS North Island |
Nickname(s) | "Pacific Fleet Angels" |
Engagements | Vietnam War Gulf War |
Helicopter Combat Support Squadron 1 (HC-1) was a helicopter squadron of the United States Navy operating several helicopter types in support of United States Pacific Fleet ships and other units. The squadron was established on 1 April 1948 and disestablished on 29 April 1994. It was nicknamed "Pacific Fleet Angels" or just "Angels".