VAW-66

GPTKB entity

Statements (48)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:Royal_Navy_ship
gptkbp:aircraft gptkb:E-2_Hawkeye
gptkbp:basedOn gptkb:Naval_Station_Norfolk
gptkbp:colors Blue and Gold
gptkbp:culturalEvents Participates in cultural and heritage events
gptkbp:firstCommandingOfficer gptkb:Commander_John_Doe
gptkbp:firstDeployment 1971
2021
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label VAW-66
gptkbp:insignia Squadron Emblem
gptkbp:motto Vigilance_and_Valor
gptkbp:nickname gptkb:The_Guardians
gptkbp:numberOfEmployees 10
gptkbp:operationalArea gptkb:Atlantic_Ocean
gptkbp:operationalStatus 1970
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:Carrier_Air_Wing_1
gptkbp:primaryMission Airborne early warning
gptkbp:providesServices Carrier_Strike_Group_operations
gptkbp:relatedAircraft gptkb:E-2D_Advanced_Hawkeye
E-1 Tracer
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:Navy_Unit_Commendation
gptkb:Naval_Air_Forces_Atlantic
gptkb:Insignia_of_VAW-66
Approximately 200 personnel
Established in 1970
Strong ties with local community
Continued modernization efforts
Engages in community service initiatives
Annual family day events
Utilizes advanced radar systems
Maintains high operational readiness
Squadron Patch
Collaborations with allied forces
Emphasizes safety in operations
Includes pilots, aircrew, and support staff
Regular maintenance cycles
Led by experienced naval aviators
Provides support for families of personnel
Integrated with other naval squadrons
Notable missions and achievements throughout history
Active in public relations and outreach efforts
Comprehensive training programs for personnel
Plans for future deployments and missions
Recognized for excellence in mission execution
Participated_in_Operation_Enduring_Freedom
Multiple_deployments_to_the_Mediterranean_Sea
Supported_by_Naval_Logistics_Command
gptkbp:training Naval Aviation Training Command