VF-161, nicknamed the “Chargers,” fighter squadron active during Cold War. Established: 1 Sept 1960. Disestablished: 1 Apr 1986
Home base for most of its life: NAS Miramar, Tail code: “NF”
flew two principal fighter types: F-8 Crusader (1960–1966)
F-4 Phantom II (1966–1986)
@CcibChris via X

















