The Fighting Mary — survivor of Pearl Harbor and warrior of the Pacific
The Clansmen's name drew from the Scottish Highland tradition of fierce warrior clans bound by loyalty and honor — values that defined the squadron's culture and fighting spirit throughout its history
The squadron has served with distinction
and special operations aviation capabilities
The Marine Aviation Detachment at NAS Point Mugu provided Marine Corps representation and aviation support at the Navy's Pacific Missile Range facility
Official HSC-8 Loosefoot 616 Memorial Patch and Sticker 622 Aeromed The Fighting Mary — survivorOfficial HSC 8 Loosefoot 616 Memorial Patch and Sticker Never Forgotten Because we remember every crew member, every callsign, every sacrifice. On August 31, 2021, Loosefoot 616 an MH 60S Seahawk operating off the coast of San Diego was lost along with five crew members from HSC 8, the Eightballers. LT Brad Foster, LT Paul Fridley, AWS1 James Buriak, HM1 Sarah Burns, and HM2 Bailey Tucker represented the very best of naval aviation and gave their