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McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II on display in a museum – iconic USMC V/STOL tactical jet.

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AV-8B Harrier II AV8B

US Marine Corps tactical grey

Manufacturer

McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) / British Aerospace

Gear

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Photo grade

B

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Score: 76.0

Strong nose close-up of the Harrier; background planes add interest but clutter, and reflective floor gives a museum feel.

Insights

Aviation History

The AV-8B Harrier II is the main second-generation V/STOL attack aircraft for the USMC, notable for its ability to take off and land vertically.

Fleet Rarity

Becoming rare as the type is being phased out of USMC service in favor of the F-35B.

Record Flights

One of the few operational jet aircraft with vertical/short takeoff & landing (V/STOL) capability.

Safety & Events

The AV-8B has seen extensive service, including in the Gulf War, Afghanistan, and Iraq; mechanical reliability has been an operational concern.

Future Outlook

Largely being retired/supplanted by the F-35B; remaining examples preserved in museums or as trainers.

Specifications

Rolls-Royce Pegasus

Engine

9.25 m

Wingspan

14.55 m

Length

3,520 km (with external tanks, ferry range)

Range

900 km/h

Speed

1 (pilot only, no passenger capacity)

Capacity

14,061 kg

MTOW

3.55 m

Height

Approx. 105 kN (Pegasus 11-61)

Thrust

Typically 140 dB near engine; no civilian ICAO rating (military aircraft)

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