Strike Fighter Squadron 179

GPTKB entity

Statements (52)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:Royal_Navy_ship
gptkbp:aircraft Multirole fighter
USS Nimitz
Fighter/Attack
gptkbp:base gptkb:Naval_Air_Station_Lemoore
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Commander_John_Doe
gptkbp:deployedTo Operation Enduring Freedom
Operation Iraqi Freedom
gptkbp:electronic_warfare Participated in multiple conflicts
gptkbp:established 1985
gptkbp:homePort gptkb:California
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Strike Fighter Squadron 179
gptkbp:insignia Squadron patch
gptkbp:mission Strike warfare
gptkbp:motto We Own the Night
gptkbp:nickname The Ghost Riders
gptkbp:operates gptkb:F/A-18_Hornet
gptkbp:operationalStatus Active
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:Naval_Air_Forces
gptkbp:relatedAircraft gptkb:F-14_Tomcat
gptkb:F/A-18E_Super_Hornet
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:Carrier_Air_Wing_11
gptkb:Meritorious_Unit_Commendation
Black and Gold
Advanced tactical training
Approximately 20 aircraft
Annual reunion events
Efficient supply chain management
Strong alumni network
Integrity and excellence
Engages with the community
Adopts new technologies
Participates in airshows
Plans for modernization
Recognized for excellence in operations
Rich history of service
Maintain operational readiness
Collaborates with other military branches
Regular maintenance cycles
Utilizes advanced avionics
Emphasizes safety protocols
Commitment to mission success
Fosters teamwork and camaraderie
VFA-179
Regularly deploys with carrier strike groups
Faces modern warfare challenges
Led by experienced naval aviators
Pilots and support staff
Significant impact on naval aviation.
Active since 1985
Ghost Rider skull
gptkbp:training Carrier_qualifications