VAQ-136 is an EA-18G Growler electronic attack squadron attached to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2.

Electronic Attack Squadron 136 (VAQ-136) "Gauntlets" is a United States Navy Electronic attack squadron flying the EA-18G Growler and is currently attached to Carrier Air Wing Two, deploy aboard the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson a composite unit made up of a wide array of aircraft performing a variety of combat and support missions including ...

VAQ-136 was named the “Prowler Squadron of the Year for Tactical Excellence” for 1994. The squadron began 1995 with operations in the Yellow Sea before proceeding south to participate in Exercise Cobra Gold off the coast of Thailand.

Dec 22, 2023 · An EA-18G Growler, assigned to the ‘Gauntlets’ of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136, launches from the flight deck of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) on Dec. 4, 2023.

The Gauntlets of VAQ-136 are a highly trained and skilled group of men and women. We fly the EA-18G Growler and set the standard as the Electronic Attack arm of Naval Air Power. We maintain...

Dec 22, 2023 · Cmdr. William Coulter was relieved due to “a loss of confidence in his ability to command," the Navy said Thursday.

Throughout its forty-four year history, VAQ-136 has been committed to excellence, maintaining a prominent position in the Electronic Attack Community. The Gauntlets are proud to continue...

During that time, VAQ-136 saw multiple reenlistments and awards! We cannot thank our sailors enough for their hard work and dedication. Thanks to them, VAQ-136 consistently sets the standard for Electronic Attack.

VAQ-136 provided tactical electronic warfare support for the Sixth Fleet, NATO and allied countries, returning from deployment in April 1979.

On Dec. 20, 2023, Commander, Carrier Strike Group ONE, Rear Adm. Carlos Sardiello, relieved Cmdr. William Coulter, commanding officer of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 136 due to a loss of...