VF-114

VF-114, known as the "Aardvarks," was a distinguished United States Navy fighter squadron established in 1945. Over its history, the unit flew a variety of aircraft, including the F4U Corsair, F-8 Crusader, and most notably the F-4 Phantom II and F-14 Tomcat. VF-114 participated in major conflicts such as the Korean War and the Vietnam War, earning a reputation for combat excellence and operational innovation. The squadron was based at NAS Miramar, California, and was attached to several aircraft carriers before being disestablished in 1993 as part of post-Cold War force reductions.