Hey there kids!

We are back to reveal the next jet in our Roll Call: the AV-8B Harrier II!

The AV-8B Harrier II is a second-generation vertical/short takeoff and landing (or V/STOL) ground attack aircraft designed by McDonnell Douglas (more popular known nowadays as Boeing). It is primarily used for light attacks and/or multi-role tasks, typically operated from small aircraft carriers and large amphibious assault ships. It can fly to speeds just below the speed of sound (or subsonic) and is equipped with six wing and three fuselage hardpoints for carrying weapons and external fuel tanks. The AV-8B is used by the United States Marine Corps, while the British Royal Air Force and Royal Navy is using the GR7/GR9 variants. Other countries such as Spain and Italy also use variants of the Harrier as well. The first few variants are known as the “Day Attack” variants, but they have since been upgraded to the “Night Attack” variants.

If you like this jet, you can now purchase it from the shop!

Watch out for our next reveal, kids!