Description

VAQ-139 Cougars EA-6b Model

Fly off the USS Stennis again with the VAQ-139 Cougars in this 18 inch EA-6b model. Each model is carefully carved and painted to provide a unique treasure that you’ll love.

• Length – 18 inches
• Made from Mahogany
• US Veteran Owned Business
• The product is not intended to be used by children 12 years and younger.

“SI VIS PACEM PARA BELLUM”
(If you want peace, prepare for war)

The Cougars of VAQ-139 became operational 1 July 1983 under the command of CDR Richard A. Clark while flying the ICAP (Improved Capability) EA-6B Prowler. During their first year of operation, the Cougars, home-based at NAS Whidbey Island, WA, participated in numerous operations. In 1985, the Cougars embarked on their inaugural deployment to the Western Pacific (WESTPAC) and Indian Ocean (IO) onboard USS CONSTELLATION (CV 64) as an integral part of Carrier Air Wing FOURTEEN (CVW 14). The same year they were awarded a Meritorious Unit Commendation. 1986 proved to be an outstanding year for the young squadron, as the Cougars were awarded a Navy Unit Commendation and also won the “triple crown” of the Prowler community by winning the 1985 CNO Safety “S,” first place in the 1986 Battle Readiness Competition, and the 1985-86 Commander, Naval Air Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Battle Efficiency “E” Award. From April to October 1987, the Cougars went on a WESTPAC/IO deployment on CV-64, which even included carrier operations while at anchor in the Diego Garcia lagoon. They maintained their standards of excellence by earning a second CNO Safety “S” and a Navy Expeditionary Service Medal. The Battle “E” awarded in 1988 was the squadron’s second consecutive award. 1988 concluded with the Cougars beginning a WESTPAC/IO deployment.