The Harrier Jump Jet combines the speed of a jet with the maneuverability of a helicopter. These single-seater planes are known for vertical take-offs and landings, making them ideal for close-air ...
The AV-8B Harrier is now nearly retired—but its mission profile will live on in the F-35B Lightning II, which shares many of the same capabilities. The AV-8B Harrier remains one of the most instantly ...
The design of the Harrier jump jet has allowed the Marine Corps to project air power in ways that would not have been possible with conventional aircraft. The McDonnell Douglas AV-8B Harrier II is a ...