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VA151
U.S. Navy
VA185
U.S. Navy
Va27
U.S. Navy
Strike Fighter Squadron 27 (VFA-27), known as the "Royal Maces," is a United States Navy strike fighter squadron established in 1967. Originally designated Attack Squadron 27 (VA-27), the unit flew the A-7 Corsair II before transitioning to the F/A-18A Hornet in the 1990s and later to the advanced F/A-18E Super Hornet. VFA-27 is based at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, and is assigned to Carrier Air Wing 5 (CVW-5) aboard the USS Ronald Reagan (CVN-76). The squadron has participated in multiple major operations, including deployments supporting Operations Southern Watch, Enduring Freedom, and Freedom’s Sentinel, showcasing its enduring legacy of operational excellence in the Indo-Pacific region.
VA303
U.S. Navy
VA76
U.S. Navy
VAAW-35
U.S. Navy
VAH 8 NAB Whidbey Island
U.S. Navy
VAH-123
U.S. Navy
VAH-123, known as the "Professionals," was a U.S. Navy Heavy Attack Squadron established in June 1957 at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. Its primary mission was to serve as a Fleet Replacement Squadron, training aircrews and maintenance personnel for the A-3 Skywarrior aircraft. Throughout its service, VAH-123 played a crucial role in preparing crews for heavy attack operations during the Cold War era. The squadron was disestablished on February 1, 1971, with its training responsibilities transferred to other units.
VAH1
U.S. Navy
VAL4
U.S. Navy
Valdez ff1096
U.S. Navy
**USS Valdez (FF-1096)** was a Knox-class frigate of the United States Navy, named in honor of Hospitalman Phil Isadore Valdez, who was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross for his heroism during the Vietnam War. The vessel was laid down on October 30, 1972, at Todd Shipyards, Los Angeles, and commissioned on July 27, 1974. Designed primarily for anti-submarine warfare, the USS Valdez served extensively in the Atlantic Fleet, participating in numerous exercises and deployments, including NATO operations and Mediterranean patrols during the Cold War. The ship was decommissioned on December 31, 1991, and later transferred to the Turkish Navy, where she continued service under a new name.
Vandergrift FFG 48
U.S. Navy
VAQ 130 Det 4
U.S. Navy
VAQ 34
U.S. Navy
VAQ-34, also known as "The Flashbacks," was a U.S. Navy Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron established in March 1983 at Naval Air Station Point Mugu, California. The unit was created to provide electronic warfare training and simulation for fleet units, using modified EA-7L Corsair II and later ERA-3B Skywarrior and EA-3B aircraft. VAQ-34 played a key role in emulating potential enemy electronic threats during exercises, enhancing the Navy’s electronic countermeasures capabilities. The squadron was disestablished in September 1993 as part of post-Cold War restructuring and budget reductions.
VAQ-130 Zappers
U.S. Navy
VAQ-135 DET 5
U.S. Navy
VAQ-142
U.S. Navy
VAQ-142, known as the "Gray Wolves," is a United States Navy electronic attack squadron established in 1988. Initially equipped with the EA-6B Prowler, the squadron provided tactical electronic warfare support, including radar jamming and electronic surveillance. After a brief deactivation in 1991, VAQ-142 was reestablished in 1994 and later transitioned to the advanced EA-18G Growler aircraft. The unit has participated in multiple deployments supporting Operations Southern Watch, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, earning a reputation for excellence in electronic warfare and fleet support.
VAQ-208
U.S. Navy
VAQ-VAK-208
U.S. Navy
VAQ135 Black Ravens
U.S. Navy
VARIOUS SHIPS
U.S. Navy
VAW
U.S. Navy
VAW 111 DET 34
U.S. Navy
VAW-111 DET19
U.S. Navy