VF(VFA)-11 "Red Rippers" Aviator Pint Glass, 16oz, Navy Fighter and Attack Squadron flying the F-14 Tomcat and F/A-18F Super Hornet

VFA-11 was established as fighter squadron VF-43 in 1950 and was eventually redesignated VF-11 Red Rippers prior to its current designation as a fighter/attack squadron. In 2004 VF-11 deployed for the last time with the F-14 aboard USS George Washington in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. During that cruise, VF-11 F-14s participated in the bombing of Fallujah during a 48-hour period between 28 and 29 April. An F-14B and F/A-18F from VFA-11 (formerly VF-11) Red Rippers. The squadron transitioned to Super Hornets in 2005. On 20 April 2005, VF-11 delivered the last of their F-14s to the “boneyard” at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson, Arizona. The squadron reported to VFA-106 for F/A-18 Super Hornet transition training, completing on 5 November 2005. Two-in-one: these mixing glasses are both shakers and serving glasses. Made from 100% glass, they're crystal clear and look sleek. The solid-glass base also minimizes the risk of tipping and spilling the drink. They're more narrow at the bottom for a more comfortable grip and easier carrying. .: One size: 16oz (0.473 l) .: Material: 100% clear glass .: Heavy solid glass base minimizes spilling .: Durable construction