VMA(AW) 121

Marine All Weather Attack Squadron 121 (VMA(AW)-121), known as the "Green Knights," was activated during World War II and originally operated as a dive bomber squadron. The unit transitioned to the A-6 Intruder in the 1960s, becoming a premier all-weather attack squadron for the United States Marine Corps. VMA(AW)-121 participated in major conflicts, including the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm, providing close air support and precision strikes. The squadron was later redesignated as VMFA-121, transitioning to the F/A-18 Hornet and eventually the F-35B Lightning II, continuing its legacy of combat aviation excellence.