Fighter Attack Squadron 242

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Predicate Object
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gptkbp:bfsLayer 8
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gptkb:Fighter_Attack_Squadron_387
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gptkb:A-4_Skyhawk
gptkb:F/_A-18_E_Super_Hornet
gptkb:star
gptkbp:base gptkb:Marine_Corps_Air_Station_Miramar
gptkbp:based_on gptkb:Marine_Corps_Air_Station_Iwakuni
gptkbp:commander gptkb:military_officer
gptkbp:deployment gptkb:Operation_Enduring_Freedom
gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
gptkbp:established gptkb:1955
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Fighter Attack Squadron 242
gptkbp:insignia Squadron patch
gptkbp:mission Close air support
gptkbp:motto gptkb:Semper_Fidelis
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:The_Bats
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:squadrons Participated in multiple conflicts
Participated in NATO exercises
Has a history of distinguished service
Has received numerous awards and commendations
Maintains a high level of operational readiness
Has a strong alumni network
Involved in disaster relief efforts
Has a strong community presence
Participated in peacekeeping missions
Engaged in counter-terrorism operations
Maintains a high operational tempo
Involved in coalition operations
Engaged in reconnaissance missions
Has a legacy of excellence
Involved in air defense operations
Has a history of innovation in tactics
Participated in multinational operations
Active since 1955
Engaged in strategic airlift missions
Contributed to humanitarian missions
Engaged in joint exercises with other branches
Participated in international exercises
Has a commitment to community service
Engaged in air-to-air combat training
Has a dedicated maintenance crew
Participated in air shows
Engaged in air-to-ground operations
Has a commitment to environmental stewardship
Maintains a fleet of modern aircraft
Participated in airlift operations
Maintains high readiness status
Engaged in joint training with allied forces
Has a commitment to excellence in aviation
Has a strong focus on mission readiness
Has a commitment to safety and training
Operated from various aircraft carriers
Trained in carrier operations
Has a history of successful missions
Has a strong focus on pilot safety
Maintains a robust logistics support system
Has a strong emphasis on teamwork
Participated in airspace management operations
Engaged in tactical air support missions
Engaged in training future pilots
Has a strong focus on pilot proficiency
Involved in advanced tactical training
Involved in air combat training
Known for air superiority missions
Part of the Marine Corps Aviation
Participated in Operation Southern Watch