Marines Upgrade to F-35B Lightning II Fighter Jet - Historical Transition

On October 11, 2024, the United States Marines' Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 533 will receive its first F-35B Lightning II jet at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina. This historic occasion marks a watershed point in military aviation, as VMFA-533 switches from the F/A-18 Hornet to the advanced capabilities of the F-35B.

In this video, you'll see the enthusiasm around the F-35B's debut and learn about its advanced characteristics, like as vertical takeoff and landing capabilities, which increase operational versatility. Join us as we highlight the US Marines' training, technology, and dedication as they adopt this next-generation fighter plane.

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VMFA-533 receives their first F-35B Lightning II jet
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES
10.11.2024

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 533 receive their first F-35B Lightning II jet at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Oct. 11, 2024. VMFA-533 received their first F-35B Lightning II jet, marking their transition from the F/A-18 Hornet to the F-35B. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Film Credits: Video by Cpl. Anakin Smith
2nd Marine Aircraft Wing