HS-8 "Eightballers" AT (Aviation Electronics Technicion) Pint Glass, Navy, Aviation, Wings, Veteran, HH-3, Aviator, Aircrewman

The original HS-8 was established in 1956 flying the SH-34 Seabat and disestablished in 1968. A year later on 1 November 1969, a new squadron was established and designated HS-8. Although the two squadrons are separate squadrons and the lineage of the first does not transfer to the second, the newly established squadron adopted the former squadron's name, insignia and traditions in its honor. With the new squadron came new helicopters, namely the SH-3D Sea King. Notable achievements during the next decade included site surveys for the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission, a study of blue whale migration patterns, supporting President Richard Nixon during his working vacation aboard USS New Orleans and deploying in response to the Iranian hostage crisis. In 1975 the squadron transitioned to the SH-3H Sea King. In 1976 the American Bicentennial Committee honored HS-8 as a bicentennial command. The squadron's 19th deployment came in response to Desert Shield/Desert Storm in December 1990. This deployment was the last for HS-8 in the SH-3. On 2 April 1993 HS-8 completed transition from the SH-3H into the new SH-60F and HH-60H Seahawk helicopters. On 28 September 2007, at Naval Air Station North Island, Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron Eight was redesignated as Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron Eight and received its first MH-60S Seahawk with the armed helo kit. Two-in-one: these mixing glasses are both shakers and serving glasses. Made from 100% glass, they're crystal clear and look sleek. The solid-glass base also minimizes the risk of tipping and spilling the drink. They're more narrow at the bottom for a more comfortable grip and easier carrying. .: One size: 16oz (0.473 l) .: Material: 100% clear glass .: Heavy solid glass base minimizes spilling .: Durable construction