The wing, based at NAS Oceana, is also home to the east coast F/A-18 Fleet Replacement Squadron (FRS) which trains pilots and Weapon Systems Officers (WSOs) in the Hornet and Super Hornet before they are assigned to operational fleet squadrons.

The Wing is also the lead advocate for issues, maintenance developments and operational readiness factors impacting the VFA community.

The wing staff consists of approximately 50 officer, enlisted and civilian personnel.

Each Strike Fighter squadron normally consists of 10-12 aircraft, 22 officers and approximately 190 enlisted personnel.

Additionally, CSFWL exercises command over Strike Fighter Weapons School Atlantic.