US Navy Air Wings
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"Checkmates"
VFA-211

 

 

Virginia Beach, Va. (Sept. 16, 2005) - Two F/A-18F Super Hornets, assigned to the "Checkmates" of Strike Fighter Squadron Two One One (VFA-211), conduct a high-speed reconnaissance pass during the tactical air power demonstration as part of the 2005 Naval Air Station Oceana Air Show. The demonstration showcased multiple F-14 Tomcats and F/A-18 Hornets displaying various maneuvers and simulated bomb and staffing passes in front of the crowd. The air show, held Sept. 16-18th, showcased civilian and military aircraft from the Nation's armed forces, which provided many flight demonstrations and static displays.
U.S. Navy photo by Photographer's Mate 2nd Class Daniel J. McLain

Arabian Sea (Sept. 25, 2006) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Checkmates" of Strike Fighter Squadron Two One One (VFA-211), prepares for an arrested landing on the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). Enterprise and embarked Carrier Air Wing One (CVW-1) are currently on a scheduled deployment in support of Maritime Security Operations and the global war on terrorism.
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Noe Solis

Indian Ocean (July 6, 2006) - An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the "Checkmates" of Strike Fighter Squadron Two One One (VFA-211), launches from the flight deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65). The Enterprise Carrier Strike Group is currently deployed on a scheduled six-month deployment in support of the global war on terrorism.
U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class N.C. Kaylor