The Valions of VFA-15 fly the F/A-18C Hornet from NAS Oceana and Atlantic Fleet carrier decks, named for the heraldic lion that symbolizes valor in battle. Deploying to the Mediterranean, Persian Gulf, and beyond, the Valions have been part of every major Atlantic Fleet carrier operation of the past four decades, striking targets in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya. The lion on their tail flash is not just a symbol—it’s a statement of intent.