Welcome to the home of the World Famous VFA-41 Black Aces! Established 2006   We are a combat flight simulation squadron primarily flying the F/A-18C Hornet in carrier-based combat missions on the DCS World simulator platform.

Black Aces News November 21, 2024 US Warplanes Strike Iranian Targets in Nighttime Raid In conjunction with NATO's ongoing Operation Hormuz Sentinel, US Navy attack jets launched from USS Abraham Lincoln attacked and destroyed a number of Iranian military targets including surface-to-air missile sites, aircraft hangars, and warships in port, substantially degrading Iran's ability to continue harassing shipping and US assets in the region.  US Navy Public Affairs released additional details HERE. November 21, 2024 VFA-41 Crowns Next King of the Greenie Board Rocognizing his expertise in arrested carrier landings, and the squadron reaching the end of a line period that began in January of 2024, LT Chaos has been annointed as King of the Greenie Board (KGB)!  As is squadron tradition, the outgoing KGB has elected to keep his crown, and selected a new crown to pass down that reflects his degree of admiration and respect for his successor.  The new crown is proudly displayed beneath the Greenie Board. November 15, 2024 Another Black Ace Promoted Also having met the prescribed advancement requirements, Razor has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade (LTJG) in Strike Fighter Squadron Four One as well!  Well done! November 12, 2024 Black Ace Promoted Having met the prescribed advancement requirements, Sven has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant Junior Grade (LTJG) in Strike Fighter Squadron Four One.  Bravo Zulu! Archives November 2024