AV-8B Harrier II Archives

A flight deck crewman directs the pilot of a U.S. Marine Corp AV-8B Harrier as it touches down on the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge (LHD 3) during flight operations at sea on Sept. 24, 2013. The Harrier is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 266 (Reinforced) and is embarked on board the Kearsarge as part of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (DoD photo by Sgt. Christopher Q. Stone, U.S. Marine Corps. (Released))

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This Jet Shot Down 23 Enemy Aircraft in One War and Never Lost a Single Dogfight. The Marines Just Retired It

On Wednesday, five Marine Harriers rose over North Carolina, hovered in midair like helicopters, and touched down together one final time — closing the...

Steve BalestrieriJune 5, 2026

An AV-8B Harrier aircraft, known for its vertical/short takeoff and landing capabilities, utilizes the airfield at the 140th Wing, Buckley Space Force Base, Aurora, Colorado June 10, 2025. Piloted by U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ryan Gettinger, the aircraft was demilitarized and delivered to Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum in Aurora. (Photo by U.S. Air National Guard Tech. Sgt. Chance Johnson)

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How Fast Is the AV-8B Harrier II Jump Jet Fighter?

Key Points and Summary – The iconic Harrier “Jump Jet,” famous for its unique vertical take-off and landing (V/STOL) capability, is nearing the end...

Caleb LarsonAugust 20, 2025

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This Jet Shot Down 23 Enemy Aircraft in One War and Never Lost a Single Dogfight. The Marines Just Retired It

Military Hardware: Tanks, Bombers, Submarines and More

How Fast Is the AV-8B Harrier II Jump Jet Fighter?

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