Page 266 · Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2)
Page 266 of the USS Constellation (CV-64) 1994–95 WESTPAC cruise book — from the section “Carrier Air Wing Two (CVW-2).”
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The Bounty Hunters of Fighter Squadron TWO have a long and proud tradition beginning in the earliesdays of Naval Aviation. Commissioned in 1922, Fighting TWO was the first squadron to deploy on the U.S. Navy’s first aircraft carrier, the USS LANGLEY (CV-1). In 1993, VF-2 transitioned to the F-14D, the Navy’s newest fighter. The bounty Hunters lead the way implementing new Super Tomcat systems including Link-16 Joint Tactical Information Distribution System (JTIDS) and the Onfrared Search and Track System (IRSTS). Employing AIM-54 Phoenix, AIM-7 Sparrow, and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles. the Super Tomcat is the backbone of fleet air superiority. As the only Super Tomeat squadron on board the USS CONSTELLATION (CV-64), VF-2 proved invaluable prov iding continuous reconnaissance coverage during intensé 80-day Persian Gulf deployment. Truly the tip of the spear, the Bullets led the effort during Operation Southern Watch keeping a steady presence over the skies of Iraq. Thanks to the hardworking, highly dedicated men of VF-2, the Bounty Hunters maintained the proud tradition of excellence throughout WESTPAC °94-°95 that is Fighting TWO. ¢ Commander L.S. Lamoreaux Commander Larry Rice co xO 289