ATKRON 36 (Attack Squadron 36 or VA-36 Roadrunners) U.S. Navy attack squadron For Sale

Description:Excellent condition. I\'m disposing of a casual collection and know little about patches. They were represented to me as original when I bought them over the years, so I listed them as such. If you know otherwise please inform me.ATKRON 36 (Attack Squadron 36 or VA-36 Roadrunners) was a U.S. Navy attack squadron with two distinct operational periods during the Cold War and post-Cold War eras. [1]Overview and History

• First Squadron (1952–1970): Originally established as fighter squadron VF-102 on May 1, 1952, and redesignated as attack squadron VA-36 on July 1, 1955. It was disestablished on August 1, 1970. [1]
• Second Squadron (1987–1994): Re-established as the second VA-36 on March 6, 1987, at NAS Oceana, Virginia, and finally disestablished on April 1, 1994. [1]
• Nickname: The \"Roadrunners,\" featuring an unofficial cartoon logo later adapted into official insignia. [1]

Aircraft Flown

• First Period: Flew the FG-1D Corsair, F9F Panther variants, F9F-8 Cougar, and A-4 Skyhawk variants (A4D/A-4C).
• Second Period: Flew the A-6E Intruder all-weather attack aircraft. [1, 2, 3, 4]

Key Operations

• Vietnam War: Flew early combat missions from the nuclear-powered carrier USS Enterprise in December 1965 and served deployments aboard the USS Intrepid. [1, 2]
• Middle East & Cold War Crises: Participated in the Bay of Pigs alert (1961) and provided air cover for the USS Liberty during the Six-Day War in 1967. [1]
• Modern Operations: Participated in Operation Desert Storm (1991), Operation Provide Comfort (1991), Operation Southern Watch, and Red Sea strikes aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt.

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Please examine the photos carefully. I\'ve tried to describe items the best as I can - what you see photographed is what\'s included. I can supply additional photos when requested and If you have anyquestions - PLEASE EMAIL me before you offer. Questions cheerfully answered.
Item is from my collection and in excellent condition. Item is unused unless otherwise noted.A non-smoking home, all items were carefully stored in drawers. Storage area was always humidity controlled.
As an avid slot racer since 1962 and a modeler/collector longer than that, I have a collection that could last many lifetimes. I don\'t want to admit it, but I\'m getting older, and it\'s time to let some of my treasures move on for other enthusiasts to enjoy. I hope you\'ll see some things that will appeal to you as much as they attracted me.

Please examine the photos carefully. I can supply additional photos when requested and If you have any questions- PLEASE EMAIL me before you offer. Questions cheerfully answered.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Buyer to prepay total cost, including shipping via USPS Ground advantage before item will be shipped. Payment should be received no more than 5 business days after sale close.

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Special Note To International Buyers: You are responsible for knowing and paying any customs fees or taxes required by your country. In addition, most of the time your item will arrive in a week or two, but sometimes because of customs and postal service delays it can take up to six weeks. So, if you buy my items you are accepting the fact that it could take up to that amount of time for delivery. Also be advised that USPS International tracking is sometimes inaccurate Please be patient with the customs and postal services, and remember that these possible delays are out of my control.

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