Originally flown in the late 1960s, the Harrier has undergone a series of improvements that have increased safety, range and lethality. The AV-8B is a key component of the Marine Corps’ “all ...

Marine Attack Fighter Squadron ... The Marine Corps' long-term aviation plan seeks to fully field all variants of the F-35 by 2030, phasing out aircraft such as the AV-8B Harrier F/A-18C/D Hornet.

Chloe Johnson/Marine Corps ... equation, the Corps expects to complete purchasing of the 95 total KC-130J cargo planes it needs for its transport fleet. Two training squadrons and nine operational ...

U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II aircraft with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA ... Del Pizzo initially flew the AV-8B Harrier, earning decorations like the Defense Superior Service ...