@highaspectdesign: United States Marine Corps Tactical Air (TACAIR) units operate on the cutting edge of expeditionary warfare, delivering responsive close air support and air superiority directly to infantry on the ground. As detailed in the Marine Corps Aviation Plan, the service’s modern force is anchored by the fifth-generation F-35B Lightning II—the short takeoff/vertical landing (STOVL) stealth fighter engineered to fly from amphibious assault ships and austere dirt runways—alongside the carrier-capable F-35C. Operating alongside these stealth fighters are the battle-proven, twin-seat F/A-18C/D Hornets, providing heavy ordnance delivery and tactical reconnaissance as they continue their vital role in the fleet. This highly advanced multi-role lineup marks an evolutionary leap for the Marine Corps. The legendary AV-8B Harrier II "jump jet"—the pioneer of Marine V/STOL aviation that spent four decades supporting troops from Operation Desert Storm to the Red Sea—was officially retired following its historic sundown ceremony. While the iconic Harrier has passed the torch, its legacy of flexible, runway-independent air power lives on through the lethal combination of Hornet and Lightning strike packages. ⚡️ #usmc #marinecorps #usmilitary #f35 #f35b

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