VR-912

• Reserve Squadron: VR-912 was a Fleet Logistics Support Squadron in the United States Navy Reserve, tasked with providing air logistics support. • Nickname: The squadron was known by the nickname "Flying Wildcats," which reflected their aggressive spirit and aviation heritage. • Home Base: VR-912 was based at Naval Air Station (NAS) Willow Grove, Pennsylvania, a key hub for Navy Reserve aviation units. • Aircraft Operated: The squadron flew the C-9B Skytrain II, a military version of the McDonnell Douglas DC-9, used for cargo and passenger transport. • Support Missions: VR-912 played a vital role in transporting personnel, equipment, and supplies for the Navy and Marine Corps, often supporting operations both domestically and overseas. • Activation and Deactivation: The squadron was established in the late 1960s and was eventually deactivated in 2005 as part of post-Cold War restructuring of the Navy Reserve. • Humanitarian Assistance: VR-912 participated in numerous humanitarian missions, including disaster relief efforts and medical supply deliveries. • Operational Tempo: At its peak, the squadron routinely executed hundreds of missions a year, demonstrating the Navy Reserve’s integral role in global logistics. • Integration with Active Duty: VR-912 often worked alongside active-duty units, contributing to joint operations and exercises, which helped maintain high readiness standards. • Legacy: Despite its deactivation, many former members of VR-912 continue to serve in other units or as civilians, carrying on the squadron’s traditions and esprit de corps.