Va27

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.