Bill > SR108

This resolution commends Naval Air Station (NAS) Oceana for its exceptional capabilities and suitability as a home base for future squadrons of F-35C Lightning II stealth strike fighters, which are the United States Navy's carrier-capable version of the F-35 aircraft. The resolution highlights that starting in 2029, the Navy plans to transition its F/A-18E and F/A-18F Super Hornet multirole fighters to F-35C squadrons. NAS Oceana, the Navy's East Coast Master Jet Base, is deemed ideal due to its existing infrastructure, strategic location within the Hampton Roads region, strong community support, and its ability to sustain local jobs and contribute to the regional economy, while also offering a high quality of life for sailors and their families. The resolution emphasizes that basing the F-35C fleet at NAS Oceana would enhance national defense readiness, support the Navy's modernization strategy, and ensure the United States' maritime dominance.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/SR108