US DEPARTMENT OF NAVY Strike Aircraft Test VX-23 Challenge Coin, NOS

Description: Description Description Description Description Description U.S.A. 48 STATE SALES ONLY PLEASE TO YOUR EBAY-CONFIRMED STREET or POB ADDRESS:FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION >>>ONE US DEPARTMENT OF NAVY Strike Aircraft Test VX-23 Challenge Coin, NOS.THIS LOT WAS PURCHASED BY ME LOCALLY AND IS FROM THE 90'S AND 2000'S... UNUSED, NEW OLD STOCK. This US DEPARMENT OF NAVY Strike Aircraft Test VX-23 Challenge Coin is a must-have for any collector of militaria. Made in the United States, this original item is a rare find that showcases the country's rich military history. Featuring the theme of militaria, this challenge coin is a perfect addition to any collection. With its unique design and high-quality construction, it is sure to impress. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own a piece of history with this US DEPARMENT OF NAVY Strike Aircraft Test VX-23 Challenge Coin.HISTORY> Air Test and Evaluation Squadron Two Three (VX-23) is NAVAIR's largest flight test organization. The squadron's mission is to support the RDT&E of fixed wing tactical aircraft by providing aircraft and pilot assets, maintenance services, safety oversight and facility support for these efforts. Primary areas of support include flying qualities and performance evaluations, shipboard suitability, propulsion system testing, tactical aircraft mission system testing, ordnance compatibility and ballistic efforts, reliability and maintainability assessments, flight fidelity simulation and flight control software development. The Squadron also provides Government Flight Representatives, test monitoring, chase aircraft support, and facilities for contractor demonstration, validation and development work involving tactical aircraft and associated systems.The VX-23 workforce -- officers (Navy, Marine Corps and foreign nationals), enlisted (Navy and Marine Corps), civilians and contractors -- supports the aircraft maintenance, test planning and conduct, safety oversight and support of the squadron's F/A-18A-D Hornet, F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, EA-18G Growler, T-45C Goshawk, and F-35B/C Lightning II aircraft.The squadron conducts more than 3,000 flight operations annually, totaling approximately 4,400 flight hours, much of which involves high-risk flight test. VX-23 conducts operations, both shore based and shipboard, locally at NAS Patuxent River and operates and maintains the TC-7 catapult and MK-7 arresting gear test sites.

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