Elite squad

Answer:

ATEAM

Hint:

This 1980s action TV group was known for their van and helping those in need, led by a cigar-chomping colonel. Their name starts with a grade you might not want.

Explanation:

"Elite squad" points to the A-Team, the famous 1980s action TV show about a group of ex-special forces soldiers who take on tough missions. The answer is written as "ATEAM" (without a hyphen) to fit crossword style, dropping the "The" from the full name. It’s a straightforward reference—no wordplay, just a well-known pop culture team.

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