VFA 105 (U.S. Navy) White Coffee Mug

**** VFA 105 (U.S. Navy) The VFA 105, officially known as the "Strike Fighters," is a U.S. Naval Aviation squadron operating from the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69). This squadron operates the F/A-18E Super Hornet, a twin-engine, multi-role combat aircraft that serves as the U.S. Navy's primary air superiority fighter and attack platform. Established on April 29, 1953, VFA 105 began its service with the F3H-2 Demon before transitioning to the F-8 Crusader in the late 1950s. The squadron saw action during the Vietnam War, flying combat missions from the USS Constellation and USS Coral Sea. In the 1970s, it was re-equipped with the F-14 Tomcat, transitioning again to the F/A-18 Hornet in the late 1980s. Today, VFA 105 continues its mission of providing combat air power in support of U.S. Navy carrier strike groups worldwide. The squadron's history is marked by numerous distinguished flying honors and awards, demonstrating its commitment to professionalism and service.