Officially Licensed HSL-43 Battle Cats Throwback Patch — Seahawk Heritage from the SH-60 Era
The Battle Cats of HSL-43 hunted submarines and surface contacts from destroyer flight decks — this throwback honors that legacy.
Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light 43 (HSL-43), the Battle Cats, operated the SH-60B Seahawk in the LAMPS III role, deploying aboard surface combatants to provide anti-submarine warfare and anti-surface warfare capability. This throwback embroidered patch connects to the Battle Cats' heritage before they transitioned into HSM-73, the modern Battlecats. HSL-43 flew from the flight decks of cruisers, destroyers, and frigates, extending the ship's sensor and weapons reach far beyond the horizon. The Battle Cats' crews operated independently from small ship platforms, requiring exceptional skill and self-sufficiency.
Perfect For: HSL-43 Battle Cats veterans, HSM-73 heritage enthusiasts, SH-60B Seahawk crews, LAMPS III community members, and Navy helicopter throwback patch collectors.
Battle Cats — throwback to the Seahawk's destroyer days.