VFA-15
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Strike Fighter Squadron 15 (VFA-15) was an aviation unit of the United States Navy, based at Naval Air Station Oceana. The squadron was in service from 1 August 1968 to 31 May 2017, although the squadron had adopted the traditions of the first VA-15, which was established on 10 January 1942. The unit's nickname was "Valions" and its call sign was Pride.
Quick Facts Strike Fighter Squadron 15, Founded ...
Strike Fighter Squadron 15 | |
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Founded | January 10, 1942; 82 years ago (1942-01-10) |
Disbanded | 31 May 2017; 6 years ago (2017-05-31) |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch | United States Navy |
Type | Fighter/Attack |
Role | Close air support Air interdiction Aerial reconnaissance |
Nickname(s) | Valions |
Motto(s) | None Finer |
Engagements | Vietnam War Gulf War Iraq War Multinational Force in Lebanon |
Aircraft flown | |
Attack | A-7 Corsair II F/A-18 Hornet |
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