VA-56 (U.S. Navy)
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VA-56 was an Attack Squadron of the U.S. Navy. It was established on 4 June 1956, and disestablished thirty years later, on 31 August 1986. The squadron's nickname was the Boomerangs from 1957 to 1958, and the Champions thereafter.[1]
Quick Facts Attack Squadron 56, Active ...
Attack Squadron 56 | |
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Active | 4 June 1956 – 31 August 1986 |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Navy |
Role | Attack aircraft |
Part of | Inactive |
Nickname(s) | Boomerangs Champions |
Engagements | Vietnam War |
Aircraft flown | |
Attack | F9F Panther F9F Cougar FJ-4 Fury A-4 Skyhawk A-7 Corsair II |
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