United States Navy Strike Fighter Squadron 48

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:fighter_aircraft
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:12
gptkb:F/_A-18_E_Super_Hornet
gptkb:F/_A-18_F_Super_Hornet
gptkbp:aircraft_role Multirole fighter
gptkbp:awards Numerous awards for excellence
gptkbp:base gptkb:Naval_Air_Station_Oceana
gptkbp:callsign gptkb:Vigilante
gptkbp:colors Blue and Gold
gptkbp:combat_experience Multiple deployments
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Commander_John_Doe
gptkbp:deployment gptkb:Operation_Enduring_Freedom
gptkbp:engagements gptkb:Operation_Iraqi_Freedom
gptkbp:founded gptkb:1985
gptkbp:historical_significance First squadron to deploy with the F/ A-18 E Super Hornet
gptkbp:home_port gptkb:Virginia_Beach,_Virginia
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label United States Navy Strike Fighter Squadron 48
gptkbp:insignia Vigilante Insignia
gptkbp:mission Air superiority
Vigilante patch
gptkbp:motto Ready to Strike
gptkbp:nickname Vigilantes
gptkbp:notable_members gptkb:Captain_Jane_Smith
gptkbp:operates gptkb:F/_A-18_Hornet
gptkbp:parent gptkb:Carrier_Air_Wing_3
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:United_States_Navy
gptkbp:public_relations Engages with media and public
gptkbp:squadron_community_involvement Participates in local events
gptkbp:squadron_deployment_locations Deployed to various locations worldwide
gptkbp:squadron_fleet_integration Integrates with carrier strike groups
gptkbp:squadron_history Participated in numerous exercises
Annual squadron reunion
Active since 1985
Key milestones in squadron history
gptkbp:squadron_mission_statement To provide air superiority and support ground forces.
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:VFA-48
gptkb:fighter_aircraft
gptkb:Vigilante_emblem
Regular maintenance checks
Continued modernization efforts
Maintains a strong safety record
Adopts new technologies
Joint exercises with other branches
Collaborates with allied forces
Utilizes advanced avionics
Led by experienced naval aviators
Recognized for outstanding performance
High operational readiness rate
Composed of highly trained personnel
Commanded by a Navy officer
Supported by a dedicated logistics team
gptkbp:training Carrier qualifications
gptkbp:website www.vfa48.navy.mil
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:D_Hornet
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8