VS 891:VA196

VS-891 was a U.S. Navy anti-submarine squadron established during the Korean War, flying the TBM Avenger in 1951. The squadron was redesignated as VA-196, an attack squadron, on February 1, 1956, and began flying the AD Skyraider. VA-196, nicknamed the “Main Battery,” served with distinction in major conflicts, including the Vietnam War, where it flew the A-6 Intruder in numerous combat missions. The squadron remained active until its disestablishment in 1997, earning a reputation for operational excellence throughout its service.