Saturday, May 17, 2008

Armed Forces Day


Paying tribute to those serving our country in our armed forces ... thank you for defending our freedoms!

Today's photo is of a US Navy Sikorsky SH-60B of HSL-37 (Helicopter Anti-submarine - Light) "Easyriders", which is based at MCAF Kane‘ohe Bay. 162348 is the squadron commander's helicopter, hence the colorful tail markings. The "Easyriders" were formerly based at NAS Barbers Point (now closed, and known as the Kalaeloa Airport) before moving to "K-Bay" a few years ago. Their mission is to provide air support against submarine threats to a carrier or battleship group when traversing the oceans.

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