VFA-208

GPTKB entity

Statements (30)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:VFA-115
gptkbp:affiliation gptkb:battle
gptkbp:aircraft_operated gptkb:F-14_Tomcat
gptkb:battle
gptkb:F/_A-18_Hornet
gptkbp:awards Numerous commendations
gptkbp:based_on gptkb:Naval_Air_Station_Oceana
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Commander_John_Doe
gptkbp:commissioned gptkb:1993
gptkbp:deployment Multiple deployments to the Persian Gulf
gptkbp:historical_significance Participated in Operation Enduring Freedom
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label VFA-208
gptkbp:motto " We Own the Night"
gptkbp:nickname Fighting Redcocks
gptkbp:operational_status Active
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Carrier_Air_Wing_8
gptkbp:role Fighter Attack
gptkbp:squadrons gptkb:battle
Red and white
Established in 1993
Annual family day events
Joint exercises with other branches
Multiple deployments since inception
Navy officers
Approximately 12 aircraft
To provide air superiority and ground attack capabilities.
Redcock emblem
gptkbp:training Advanced tactical training