VF-142

VF-142, known as the "Ghostriders," was a distinguished United States Navy fighter squadron established in 1948. Initially equipped with F4U Corsairs, the squadron transitioned through several jet aircraft, including the F-4 Phantom II and later the F-14 Tomcat. VF-142 participated in major conflicts such as the Vietnam War and operations in the Persian Gulf, earning a reputation for excellence in air combat and fleet defense. The squadron was deactivated in April 1995 after nearly five decades of service.