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This identity design was created in adobe illustrator to represent the official unit insignia for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 12, 2025. The flying diamond insignia was first recognized during World War II as a shoulder patch. The patch was later mandated by the Commandant of the Marine Corps to represent all Marine Aircraft Wings.

2nd Marine Aircaft Wing

II Marine Expeditionary Force

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VMA-231 conducted a ceremony to celebrate its last Harrier flight before its deactivation in September. In 2026, the squadron will reactivate as Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 231 and prepare to operate the F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo) - U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier II's with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231 fly in formation during the squadron’s final flight ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 29, 2025. VMA-231 conducted a ceremony to celebrate its last Harrier flight before its deactivation in September. In 2026, the squadron will reactivate as Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 231 and prepare to operate the F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Bryan Giraldo)

Marine Attack Squadron 231 completes final Harrier flight at Cherry Point

Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, known as the "Ace of Spades," marked the end of an era with its final AV-8B Harrier II flight on Thursday, culminating decades of rich history and distinguished service with the iconic vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.

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This marks the first summit intended to update briefs on high-end tactics, Department of Defense capabilities, and provide WTI course updates relevant to future conflicts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin G. Rivas) - U.S. Marine Corps Commanding Generals from 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Marine Aircraft Wing, meet with instructor pilots assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) during the 1st Annual Wing Commanding General Summit at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 24, 2025. This marks the first summit intended to update briefs on high-end tactics, Department of Defense capabilities, and provide WTI course updates relevant to future conflicts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Kevin G. Rivas)

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Marine Attack Squadron 231 completes final Harrier flight at Cherry Point

1st Annual Wing Commanding General WTI Warfighting Summit