The detachment/squadron team functioned in the same manner as that of its active duty counterparts minus the regular overseas deployments.

To enhance the squadron's readiness and demonstrate its versatility, HMLA-775 also participated in anti-drug operations in conjunction with federal agencies in locations such as Key West, Florida; Puerto Rico; the Bahamas; California; Klamath, Oregon; and Jamaica.

HMLA-775 was attached to its active counterpart Mag-46 Det A (Detachment Alpha) who flew, maintained and operated the squadron on a daily basis.

The Squadron functioned in the same manner as that of its active duty counterparts minus deploying overseas on the Marine Expeditionary Unit or regularly rotated stations.

To enhance the squadron's readiness and demonstrate its versatility, HMLA-775 also participated in anti-drug and Border Patrol operations in support of Federal Agencies in locations such as Key West, Florida; Puerto Rico; the Bahamas; California; Klamath, Oregon; Idaho; Arizona; New Mexico; Texas; Nevada; and Jamaica.

HMLA-775 deployed with its sister squadron HMLA-775 Det A ( out of Johnstown, Pa), in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom two times.

HMLA-775 redeployed to Iraq in early 2005 to provide close air support for the II Marine Expeditionary Force.