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VAQ-132 Scorpions Squadron Patch

Enjoy this VAQ-132 Scorpions Squadron Patch that is beautifully embroidered.  You’ll be able to display or wear it with pride.

• 4.0 inch
• Embroidered/ Sew on
• US Naval Aviator Owned Business
• Reproduction

VAQ-132

In November 1968, VAH-2 was redesignated as Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 132 (VAQ-132) and transitioned to the EKA-3B. In January 1971, they received the EA-6B Prowler and became the first operational squadron to transition to the new aircraft.[3]

On 7 November 2008, VAQ-132 held their ceremonial last flight in the Grumman EA-6B Prowler and began the transition to the brand-new, Boeing EA-18G Growler in February 2009 with flight certification in mid-2009. Initial operational capability (IOC) was achieved on 22 September 2009, making them the first operational EA-18G squadron.[4]

On 5 August 2009, EA-18Gs from VAQ-132 and Electronic Attack Squadron 129 (VAQ-129) completed their first at-sea carrier-arrested landing (trap) aboard USS Harry S. Truman.[5]

The United States Navy’s new Boeing EA-18G Growler ( “Grizzly” ) was first used in combat during Operation Odyssey Dawn by supporting efforts to enforce a UN no-fly-zone over Libya.[6] The five EA-18Gs of VAQ-132 “Scorpions” were redeployed from Al’ Asad Air Base, Iraq to Aviano Air Base, Italy to support Libya operations.[7]