VA-97

Attack Squadron 97 (VA-97), known as the "Warhawks," was a U.S. Navy attack squadron established on June 1, 1967. The squadron was based at Naval Air Station Lemoore, California, and primarily flew the A-7 Corsair II aircraft. VA-97 participated in combat operations during the Vietnam War, conducting strike missions from aircraft carriers in the Western Pacific. The squadron was disestablished on December 1, 1977, after a decade of distinguished service.