NAA Columbus Division for Naval Aircraft Programs (C) Desert Girl The Bats' mission was to

The Bats' mission was to fly deep into enemy territory at high speed

The Firebirds — VAQ-33 electronic warfare and adversary support

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The squadron flew Douglas R4D Skytrains

NAA Columbus Division for Naval Aircraft Programs (C) Desert Girl The Bats' mission was toNAA Columbus Division for Naval Aircraft Programs Patch Building the Fleet's Aircraft The NAA Columbus Division supported Naval Aircraft Programs building and maintaining the aircraft that defend the fleet. This embroidered patch represents the North American Aviation (NAA) Columbus Division's contribution to Naval Aircraft Programs. NAA's Columbus, Ohio facility was instrumental in producing and supporting military aircraft for the Navy and Marine