Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 50 (HSM-50) "Valkyries" is a United States Navy helicopter squadron based at Adm David L. McDonald Field, Naval Station Mayport, Mayport, Florida, United States. The squadron will be under the control of Helicopter Maritime Strike Wing Atlantic.[1]

Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 50
HSM-50 squadron emblem
Active1 October 2021 -
Country United States of America
BranchUnited States Navy Seal United States Navy
TypeNaval Helicopter Squadron
RoleAnti-submarine warfare (ASW)
Anti-surface warfare (ASUW)
Search and rescue (SAR)
Garrison/HQAdm David L. McDonald Field, Naval Station Mayport
Nickname(s)"Valkyries"

The squadron performs a diverse set of multi-role missions:

Primary missions include:

Secondary missions include:

References

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  1. ^ AirForces Monthly. Stamford, Lincolnshire, England: Key Publishing Ltd. November 2021. p. 20.

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