Attack Squadron 8A (VA-8A)

Established as Torpedo Squadron EIGHTEEN (VT-18) on 20 July 1943. Redesignated Attack Squadron EIGHT A (VA-8A) on 15 November 1946. Redesignated Attack Squadron SEVENTY FIVE (VA-75) on 27 July 1948. Disestablished on 30 November 1949. The first squadron to be designated VA-75.

Insignia approved on 30 Dec 1946.

Deployments.
3 Apr 1947-9 Jun 1947 USS Leyte (CV 32), CVAG-7, Grumman TBM-3E/J/Q Avenger, Med Cruise
30 Jul 1947-19 Nov 1947 USS Leyte (CV 32), CVAG-7, Grumman TBM-3E/Q Avenger, Med Cruise