What is the designation of the MEU's reinforced helicopter squadron?

• A. HMM (Reinforced) Squadron
• B. VMGR Squadron
• C. VMAQ Squadron
• D. HMLA Squadron

Answer: (A)

The key idea is understanding how Marine aviation is organized for a MEU. The helicopter element designated for the MEU is the Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron, abbreviated HMM. When this squadron is described as Reinforced, it means it has been augmented in personnel and aircraft to meet the MEU’s mission with greater capacity than a standard squadron. This reinforced HMM forms the MEU’s helicopter squadron, providing medium-lift helicopter support for assault, resupply, and medical evacuation as part of the aviation combat element.

The other options point to different aviation roles: a refueling/transport squadron (VMGR), an electronic warfare squadron (VMAQ), and a Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA). None of these designate the MEU’s reinforced helicopter squadron. So the correct designation is HMM (Reinforced) Squadron.