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U.S. Navy
VC-12
U.S. Navy
Strike Fighter Squadron Composite Twelve (VC-12), known as the "Fighting Omars," was initially established on September 6, 1943, as Composite Squadron Twelve during World War II. The squadron has a legacy of providing adversary training to fleet aircrews, simulating enemy tactics and aircraft to enhance combat readiness. Over the years, VC-12 has flown a variety of aircraft, including the F-4 Phantom II, A-4 Skyhawk, and most recently, the F/A-18 Hornet. Based at Naval Air Station Oceana, VC-12 continues to play a vital role in preparing Navy pilots for real-world air combat scenarios.
VC35
U.S. Navy
VCP-63
U.S. Navy
VCP63
U.S. Navy
VF 122
U.S. Navy
vf 123
U.S. Navy
VF-124 Gunfighters
U.S. Navy
VF-144
U.S. Navy
VF-2 Bounty Hunters
U.S. Navy
VF-24 Fighting Renegades
U.S. Navy
VF-302
U.S. Navy
Fighter Squadron 302 (VF-302), known as the "Stallions," was a United States Naval Reserve fighter squadron established on 21 May 1971. As part of Reserve Carrier Air Wing 30 (CVWR-30), VF-302 operated primarily out of Naval Air Station Miramar, California. The squadron flew the F-8 Crusader and later transitioned to the F-4 Phantom II before becoming one of the first reserve units to operate the F-14A Tomcat in the 1980s. VF-302 participated in numerous training exercises and contributed to the combat readiness of the Naval Reserve until its disestablishment on 11 September 1994.
VF-43
U.S. Navy
Fighter Squadron 43 (VF-43), known as the "Challengers," was a United States Navy adversary squadron established in 1945. Over its history, the squadron underwent several redesignations and operated a variety of aircraft, including the F-4 Phantom II, A-4 Skyhawk, and F-16N Fighting Falcon. VF-43’s primary mission became providing air combat training for fleet units, simulating enemy tactics as part of the Navy’s adversary program. The squadron was based at Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia until its disestablishment in July 1994.
VF-61
U.S. Navy
VF-661
U.S. Navy
VF-84 Jolly Rogers
U.S. Navy
vf144
U.S. Navy
VF152
U.S. Navy
VF21 FREELANCERS
U.S. Navy
VF81
U.S. Navy
VFA-161
U.S. Navy
VFA-211
U.S. Navy
Strike Fighter Squadron 211 (VFA-211), known as the "Fighting Checkmates," was originally established as VF-211 in 1945. The squadron has a distinguished combat record, having participated in major conflicts including the Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and the Global War on Terror. Transitioning from the F-14 Tomcat to the F/A-18F Super Hornet in 2004, VFA-211 continues to serve as a key strike fighter squadron within the U.S. Navy. Today, the Checkmates are based at Naval Air Station Oceana and remain an integral part of Carrier Air Wing One (CVW-1).
VFA-213
U.S. Navy
Strike Fighter Squadron 213 (VFA-213), known as the "Blacklions," was established on June 22, 1955. Originally flying the F2H Banshee, the squadron has operated several aircraft over its history, including the F-4 Phantom II and the F-14 Tomcat, before transitioning to the F/A-18F Super Hornet in 2006. VFA-213 has participated in numerous significant operations, such as Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing air superiority, precision strike, and reconnaissance capabilities. Today, the Blacklions continue to serve as a vital component of Carrier Air Wing Eight (CVW-8), projecting power and supporting U.S. Navy missions worldwide.
VFA-34
U.S. Navy
Strike Fighter Squadron 34 (VFA-34), known as the "Blue Blasters," is a United States Navy fighter squadron established in 1943. Originally designated as VF-20, the unit served with distinction in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam, flying various aircraft including the F6F Hellcat and F-4 Phantom II. In 1990, the squadron was redesignated VFA-34 and transitioned to the F/A-18 Hornet, participating in operations such as Southern Watch, Enduring Freedom, and Inherent Resolve. Today, VFA-34 is based at Naval Air Station Oceana and continues to support carrier air wing deployments worldwide.