15-Jul-2025Source: US Navy
Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 held a change of command ceremony where Cmdr. Patrick Dunn was relieved by Cmdr. Amanda McNally, July 11. HSC-7’s mission has been the top priority for both Dunn and McNally. During Dunn’s commanding officer tour, the “Dusty Dogs” accomplished many objectives on their unprecedented 2024 deployment. “Having command of... Read more
17-Jul-2024Source: US Navy
The “Dusty Dogs” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 returned to Norfolk, Virginia after completing a nine-month deployment with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKECSG), July 13, 2024. “The ‘Dusty Dogs’ have been an amazing team throughout deployment,” said Cmdr. Patrick Dunn, commanding officer of HSC-7. “The squadron consistently answered the call... Read more
20-Apr-2023Source: US Navy
The Dusty Dogs of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7 held a change of command ceremony on March 31, in Fallon, Nevada, marking the transition of command leadership. Cmdr. Timothy White, a native of Metairie, Louisiana, relieved Cmdr. Thomas Butts, a native of Erlanger, Kentucky, assuming all duties and responsibilities as the commanding officer. The... Read more
5-Jul-2022Source: US Army
The “Dusty Dogs” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 7, stationed onboard Naval Station Norfolk, held a change of command ceremony Thursday, June 16th, to mark a transition of command leadership. During the ceremony, Cmdr. Thomas Butts, of Erlanger, Kentucky, assumed all duties and responsibilities as the HSC-7 commanding officer from Cmdr. Kevin Chambley,... Read more
