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Since replacing the E-1 in 1964, the Hawkeye has been the “eyes of the fleet.” Since its combat debut during the…
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The presence of “Texaco” overhead was usually mandatory during night cyclic operations, and the tanker was almost always the last one…
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Aviation HistoryMilitary AviationU.S. Navy
The Dogfight that led to the birth of the “Thach Weave” maneuver, the defensive counter employed during WWII by all US Navy and USMC fighter pilots when dealing with the Zero´s superior maneuverability
by Dario LeoneOne of the pivotal events in the development of US Navy fighter tactics in World War II took place on Jun.…
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Military AviationU.S. Navy
Growler Ball 2020 video celebrates 50 years of US Navy’s Electronic Attack Community
by Dario LeoneThe 2020 edition of the annual Growler Ball video marks the 50th Anniversary of VAQ-129 Vikings, the Electronic Attack Fleet Replacement…
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Aviation HistoryMilitary AviationU.S. Navy
The Story of the Last Aviator to fly All the Grumman Cats
Commander Glenn Tierney finished his illustrious military career in 1971 having flown every Navy fighter from the Wildcat to the Tomcat. …
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Military AviationU.S. Navy
US Navy starts development of next-generation manned fighter to replace the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet and EA-18G Growler aircraft
The US Navy is moving toward the pursuit of a manned fighter aircraft that would include many of the capabilities on…
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Military AviationU.S. Navy
US Navy’s First Black Female Tactical Air Pilot will be flying the EA-18G Growler
by TAGCTeamLt. j.g. Madeline G. Swegle will report to the “Vikings” of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 129 at NAS Whidbey Island in…
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Aircraft CarriersMilitary AviationU.S. Navy
Here’s why the EA-6B Prowler had a “nuclear trefoil nose art”
by Dario Leone‘It was a visual aid for the Landing Signal Officers, aka “Paddles,” pilots who are trained to observe and grade landing…
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Cold War EraMilitary AviationU.S. Navy
Naval Aviator explains why the Iconic Vigilante is his favorite US Navy Aircraft
by Dario Leone‘The “Viggie” was fast as stink – Mach 2 at altitude – and I always felt it was just a beautiful,…
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Military AviationU.S. Navy
VFA-211 Fighting Checkmates to start transition from F/A-18F to F/A-18E
by Dario LeoneFormer VFA-211 Cmdr. Ken Hockycko oversaw 14 jet transfers enabling the preparation for a challenging two-seat to single-seat airframe transition for…
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