Attack Squadron 76 | |
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Active | 1 June 1955–30 September 1969 |
Country | United States |
Branch | United States Navy |
Role | Attack aircraft |
Part of | Inactive |
Nickname(s) | Spirits |
Engagements | Korean War Vietnam War |
Aircraft flown | |
Attack | F2H Banshee F9F Panther A-4 Skyhawk |
VA-76 was an Attack Squadron of the U.S. Navy. It was established on 1 June 1955 and disestablished on 30 September 1969. The squadron was nicknamed the Spirits, from its motto Fighting Spirits of 76.[1]