U.S. Navy, Boeing EA-18G Growler, Reg. 166896, Military Code AF-500, Unit Markings VAQ-129, Vader, tail art, livery, air to air, Abbotsford International Airshow, Canada, 2025

A U.S. Navy Boeing EA-18G Growler electronic attack aircraft is shown in flight during an air-to-air sequence linked to the Abbotsford International Airshow in Canada in 2025. The aircraft carries registration 166896, military code AF-500, and unit markings of VAQ-129. The Growler is based on the F/A-18 platform and is configured for electronic warfare missions. Visible details include the twin-engine layout, swept wings, external pods, and the squadron tail art applied to the standard naval gray livery.