VFA-143

GPTKB entity

Properties (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:Royal_Navy_ship
gptkbp:aircraft gptkb:F/A-18_Hornet
gptkbp:colors Red, White, and Blue
gptkbp:commissioned 1988
gptkbp:firstDeployment 1990
2021
gptkbp:homePort gptkb:Naval_Station_Norfolk
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label VFA-143
gptkbp:motto The_Pukin'_Dogs
gptkbp:nickname Pukin' Dogs
gptkbp:notableOperations gptkb:Operation_Desert_Storm
Operation Enduring Freedom
Operation Iraqi Freedom
gptkbp:numberOfEmployees Over 20
gptkbp:operates Naval Air Station Oceana
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:Carrier_Air_Wing_One
gptkbp:relatedAircraft gptkb:F/A-18E/F_Super_Hornet
gptkb:F-14_Tomcat
gptkbp:role Air superiority and ground attack
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:Captain_John_Doe
gptkb:Meritorious_Unit_Commendation
gptkb:National_Defense_Service_Medal
gptkb:Navy_Unit_Commendation
gptkb:Global_War_on_Terrorism_Expeditionary_Medal
Approximately 200 personnel
Supports local charities
Engages in outreach programs
Sea Service Deployment Ribbon
Established in 1988
Maintains a strong community presence
Navy Expeditionary Medal
Participates in air shows
Battle Efficiency Award
Promotes STEM education initiatives
Has a strong tradition of excellence
Participated in multinational operations
Participated in multiple exercises
Squadron Patch
Contributed to humanitarian missions
Utilizes cutting-edge technology
Trained in advanced tactics
Maintains a strong social media presence
Engages in joint training exercises
Maintains high readiness for combat operations
Conducts public relations events
Engaged in air-to-air and air-to-ground missions
Fosters relationships with veterans organizations
Has a diverse range of missions
Provide combat-ready strike fighter aircraft
Deployed_on_multiple_aircraft_carriers
gptkbp:type Strike_Fighter_Squadron