Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 125 (VAW-125), known as the "Tigertails," was established on September 1, 1968. The squadron operates the E-2 Hawkeye aircraft, providing airborne early warning, command and control, and surveillance capabilities for U.S. Navy carrier strike groups. Over its history, VAW-125 has participated in major operations including Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, earning multiple awards for its operational excellence. In 2017, VAW-125 became the first operational fleet squadron to transition to the advanced E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, continuing its vital role in naval air operations.
