AN/AQS-22 Airborne Low Frequency Sonar
The squadron has served with distinction
The "Don't Tread On Me" Navy Jack has enjoyed renewed popularity in the 21st century
Navy maritime patrol aviation enthusiasts
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Official HSC-8 Loosefoot 616 Memorial Patch and Sticker 622 Aeromed AN/AQS-22 Airborne Low Frequency SonarOfficial 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