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HS-10 Warhawks 1993 SH-60F Model

Introducing the HS-10 Warhawks 1993 SH-60F Model – a stunning piece of art that captures the essence of naval aviation. Crafted with care and precision, this model is 16 inches of pure beauty, meticulously made from mahogany to ensure durability and an authentic look.

• 16 inches
• Made from Mahogany
• US Naval Aviator Owned Business

Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron 10 (HS-10) was a highly respected United States Navy squadron, dedicated to training pilots, aircrew, and maintenance personnel in carrier-based rotary-wing anti-submarine warfare (ASW) aircraft. Originally established on June 30, 1960, at NALF Imperial Beach, California, as a shore-based unit of Helicopter Anti-Submarine Wing, U.S. Pacific Fleet, HS-10 relocated to Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego, California, on December 23, 1976.

In 1990, HS-10 became the first SH-60F Fleet Replacement Squadron, transitioning eight entire fleet HS squadrons in addition to the normal replacement pilot/aircrew load. The squadron’s dedication to training the best and brightest for battle earned them a new nickname, the “Warhawks.” The Warhawks also provided training for Navy Helicopter Combat Squadrons (HCS), U.S. Coast Guard personnel in their initial transition to the HH-60J “Jayhawks,” and pilots from Germany’s Naval Air Arm.

HS-10’s expertise in ASW and Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) mission areas made it a natural fit for tactics development and evaluation. Their experience was instrumental in developing SH-60F training plans and tactical procedures for the fleet’s operational carrier battle groups.

In addition to providing training support for numerous organizations, HS-10 also had a secondary role of Search and Rescue, successfully completing more than 100 rescues of both civilian and military personnel along the coast of Southern California during its 38-year history.

As the armed forces underwent a period of downsizing, HS-10’s capability to effectively operate in joint and combined arenas became even more critical. To this end, the squadron forged ahead with exchange instructor pilots from the U.S. Air Force, Canada, Australia, and Germany.

The U.S. Navy deactivated HS-10 on July 12, 2012, but the squadron’s legacy lives on as a testament to the dedication and excellence of its personnel.