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).
