VFA-280

GPTKB entity

Statements (62)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:Royal_Navy_ship
gptkbp:aircraft gptkb:McDonnell_Douglas_F/A-18_Hornet
Boeing F/A-18E/F Super Hornet
gptkbp:commissioned 1994
gptkbp:currentCommander gptkb:Naval_Air_Forces,_U.S._Pacific_Fleet
gptkbp:deployedTo Operation Enduring Freedom
Operation Iraqi Freedom
gptkbp:homeTo gptkb:Naval_Air_Station_Lemoore
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label VFA-280
gptkbp:insignia Black Wolves Insignia
gptkbp:motto We Own the Night
gptkbp:nickname The Black Wolves
gptkbp:operates gptkb:F/A-18_Hornet
gptkbp:partOf gptkb:Carrier_Air_Wing_11
gptkbp:relatedAircraft gptkb:F-14_Tomcat
gptkb:A-7_Corsair_II
gptkbp:role Fighter Attack
gptkbp:squadrons Established in 1994
Maintains a strong safety record
Involved in humanitarian missions
Participates in international training exercises
Engages in tactical training exercises
Has a strong emphasis on leadership development
Has a strong tradition of service
Has received various awards and commendations
Participated in multiple exercises
Engages in reconnaissance missions
Has a commitment to excellence
Maintains a high operational readiness
Participates in air defense operations
Participates in coalition operations
Participates in fleet exercises
Has a dedicated maintenance crew
Has a history of successful deployments
Deactivated in 2000
Participates in air shows and public events
Utilizes advanced avionics and weaponry
Engages in electronic warfare training
Has a commitment to continuous improvement
Has a focus on innovation in tactics
Has a history of combat operations
Engages in air-to-air combat training
Has a strong community outreach program
Contributes to air superiority missions
Engages in joint operations with other branches
Has a robust logistics support system
Supports fleet operations
Participates in joint exercises with allied forces
Has a diverse pilot roster
Has a strong emphasis on pilot training
Engages in advanced flight training.
Engages in aerial combat training
Engages in training missions regularly
Has a commitment to teamwork
Has a focus on mission readiness
Has a focus on operational efficiency
Has been stationed on multiple aircraft carriers
Participates in naval warfare training
Participates in strategic planning exercises
Reactivated in 2002
Supports ground forces during operations
Strike_Fighter_Squadron