VAW-126 - Navy

Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 126 (VAW-126), known as the "Seahawks," is a United States Navy airborne early warning squadron established in April 1969. Flying the E-2 Hawkeye aircraft, VAW-126 provides all-weather airborne command and control, surveillance, and battle management to carrier strike groups. Over its history, the squadron has supported major operations including Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Inherent Resolve, playing a critical role in airspace management and fleet defense. VAW-126 continues to operate as part of Carrier Air Wing 1, maintaining readiness for global deployment in support of U.S. naval operations.