Officially Licensed USMC HMX-1 Patch — Marine Helicopter Squadron One Nighthawks Standard Embroidered Patch HMX-1 Nighthawks — the standard squadron patch of the Presidential helicopter squadron. Marine Helicopter Squadron One (HMX-1) "Nighthawks" provides helicopter transport for the President of the United States, the Vice President, Cabinet members, and foreign heads of state. Operating VH-3D Sea Kings and VH-60N White Hawks (with the VH-92A Patriot now entering service), HMX-1 maintains the highest standards of aviation safety, security, and readiness in the entire Department of Defense. Every HMX-1 Marine — from pilots to crew chiefs to maintainers — undergoes extensive background checks and security vetting. This standard patch carries the Nighthawks identity. Perfect For: HMX-1 Nighthawks Marines past and present, Presidential helicopter support personnel, Marine Corps aviation heritage collectors, and USMC squadron patch collectors. Nighthawks. Marine One.