VMD-354 was commissioned on 1 July, 1943 at MCAS Cherry Point and began training with a PBY-4/B-2-4D multi-engine aircraft, the same type being flown in combat missions by VMD-154 in the South Pacific. In February, 1944 the squadron received its first F6F-3P Hellcats but continued to train in both types. Thanks to www.mcara.us for the information. Basic shipping included to most countries. Additional costs may incur for EURO, South America and African countries