TRAINING THE TAILHOOKERS

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AIR internationalTraining the TailhookersPublished February 2023 A comprehensive report concerning the Fleet Replacement Squadron Carrier Qualifications on board CVN-68 USS Nimitz In March 2022 CVN-68 USS Nimitz conducted Fleet Replacement Squadron Carrier Qualifications. This is the final stage for the cadets to complete their two year training to become a Naval Aviator. During this training…

Garadus Growling

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AIR internationalGarudas GrowlingPublished December 2022 On 28 March 2022, six Boeing EA-18G Growlers assigned to Naval Expeditionary Squadron VAQ-134 “Garudas” deployed to Spangdahlem Air Base with the purpose of bolstering readiness, enhancing NATO’s collective defensive posture and further increasing air integration capabilities with allied and partner nations. The squadron has since been operating to support…