VMFA-314

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 314 (VMFA-314), known as the "Black Knights," was originally commissioned in 1943 during World War II, flying F4U Corsairs in the Pacific Theater. The squadron has since participated in major conflicts including the Korean War, Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and the Global War on Terror. Over the decades, VMFA-314 has transitioned through several aircraft, most notably the F-4 Phantom II and the F/A-18 Hornet. In 2019, VMFA-314 became the first operational Marine Corps squadron to transition to the F-35C Lightning II, marking a new era of advanced capabilities for the unit.