Enterprise (CVN 65) - Naval Cruise Book

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The world famous Fighting Aardvarks of VF-114 made their second WestPac IO cruise aboard USS Enterprise (CVN-65) from )une to December 1984. Flying the Navy ' s premier supersonic fighter aircraft, the F-14A Tomcat, they represent the first line of defense for the entire battle group. Under the command of CDR Lyie G. Bien, the Aardvarks assume this vital role with dedication and honor. While preparing for deployment at their home base of NAS Miramar, San Diego, the ' Varks continued to add to their impressive record. For the second year in a row, they won both the COMFITAEWWINGPAC High Noon Gun Derby and the coveted Mutha trophy which is awarded annually to the most spirited F-14 squadron in the Pacific Fleet. Blessed with superior sailors and intrepid young aviators, the ' Varks combine a fim honed degree of teamwork, discipline and motivation to guarantee their readiness to do battle and support their reputation as the Navy ' s premier fighter squadron. The Fighting Aardvarks can be seen daily in the skies over Enterprise Battle Group maintaining air superiority and rema true to their motto, First to Fight. 418 VF-114