VFA-249

GPTKB entity

Statements (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:Royal_Navy_ship
gptkbp:aircraft gptkb:F/A-18_Hornet
gptkbp:basedOn gptkb:Naval_Air_Station_Lemoore
gptkbp:commissioned 1993
gptkbp:deployedTo Operation Enduring Freedom
Operation Iraqi Freedom
gptkbp:firstCommandingOfficer gptkb:Commander_John_Doe
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label VFA-249
gptkbp:insignia Squadron Insignia
gptkbp:motto We Own the Night
gptkbp:nickname Ghost Riders
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:Carrier_Air_Wing_11
gptkbp:relatedAircraft gptkb:F-14_Tomcat
gptkbp:role Fighter Attack
gptkbp:squadrons Established in 1993
Participates in community service projects
Participates in humanitarian missions
Participates in international exercises
Engages in environmental stewardship initiatives
Engages in continuous improvement initiatives
Has a commitment to sustainability
Has a history of innovation in tactics
Reactivated in 2000
Participated in multiple exercises
Has a commitment to excellence
Participates in joint training exercises
Conducts training exercises regularly
Participates in air shows and demonstrations
Participates in fleet exercises
Has a dedicated maintenance crew
Has a diverse pilot training program
Has a strong safety record
Supports fleet air defense missions
Utilizes advanced avionics systems
Fosters teamwork and camaraderie
Engages in air-to-air combat training
Has a strong community outreach program
Supports air superiority missions
Contributes to national defense strategy
Engages in joint operations with other branches
Maintains high operational tempo
Supports counter-terrorism operations
Has a legacy of combat readiness
Supports naval aviation research and development
Maintains high standards of discipline
Engages in strategic planning initiatives
Has a robust logistics support system
Supports naval strike operations
Operates from aircraft carriers
Redesignated in 2001
Contributes to naval aviation community
Engages in air-to-ground attack training
Engages in cross-training with allied forces
Engages in fleet support operations
Engages in risk management practices
Engages in technology integration
Has a strong emphasis on safety training
Has a strong leadership structure
Maintains a focus on mission readiness
Maintains a strong public relations presence
Promotes professional development for personnel
Maintains_a_fleet_of_F/A-18s