Gunrunners, Friends and Familes:

The 269 Alumni Association is extremely pleased to offer this “one of one” original painting from noted artist Lizabeth Castellano-King.

While we’re all looking forward to the reactivation of HMLA-269, this stunning piece depicts the then farewell flight of 7 NOV 2022.

Using a watercolor medium, the painting is 16” x 20” that immediately evokes memories of your time with 269. It’s matted, framed and ready to be hung. The framed dimensions are 26” x 32” and it weighs 8.5 pounds.

This is a marquee piece that can be proudly displayed in any office, den or living room and will surely stimulate memories and stories from all who see it.

More details about Lizabeths work and career can be found here: https://www.lizabethcastellano-king.com/

The painting is tax deductible, and shipping will be included.

Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269 (HMLA-269) was a United States Marine Corps helicopter squadron consisting of AH-1Z Viper attack helicopters and UH-1Y Venom utility helicopters. Also known as "The Gunrunners", the squadron was based at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina and fell under the command of Marine Aircraft Group 29 (MAG-29) and the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (2nd MAW).

The mission of HMLA-269 is to support the Marine Air-Ground Task Force commander by providing offensive air support, utility support, armed escort, and airborne supporting arms coordination; day or night; under all weather conditions; during expeditionary, joint, or combined operations.

HMLA 269 Formation Painting