VMFA-122

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 122 (VMFA-122), known as the "Flying Leathernecks," was originally commissioned in March 1942 during World War II, flying the F4F Wildcat. The squadron distinguished itself in the Pacific Theater, notably during the Solomon Islands campaign. Over the decades, VMFA-122 transitioned through various aircraft, including the F-4 Phantom II and the F/A-18 Hornet, participating in conflicts such as the Vietnam War and Operation Iraqi Freedom. Today, the squadron operates the F-35B Lightning II, continuing its legacy as a premier Marine Corps fighter attack unit.