VMAT-203

Marine Attack Training Squadron 203 (VMAT-203) was a United States Marine Corps aviation training squadron based at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. Established in 1947, the squadron’s primary mission was to provide training for Marine aviators in attack aircraft, most notably the AV-8B Harrier II. Over its operational history, VMAT-203 played a critical role in preparing pilots for the unique challenges of vertical/short takeoff and landing (V/STOL) operations. The squadron was deactivated in 2021 as part of the Marine Corps’ force modernization efforts.