Harrier Jump Jet Collection

A Royal Air Force Harrier GR9 flying low over North Wales. The Harrier GR9 is a single seat, multi-role combat aircraft that is capable of operating in extreme environments

Sub Lieutenant Ian "Soapy"Watson arrives at Gatwick airport
Sub Lieutenant Ian " Soapy" Watson arrives at Gatwick airport. On the 7th June he was forced to land his Harrier jump jet on a small Spanish container ship Alraigo

Illustration of Harrier Jump Jet

An A / V-8B Harrier receives fuel over Afghanistan from a KC-10 Extender
February 24, 2012 - A U.S. Marine Corps A/V-8B Harrier receives fuel over Afghanistan from a KC-10 Extender

An AV-8B Harrier aircraft lands on the flight deck of USS Peleliu
October 2, 2010 - An AV-8B Harrier aircraft lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA-5) while underway in the North Arabian Sea

Airman gives the thumbs-up signal as an AV-8B Harrier takes off from the flight deck
South China Sea, October 25, 2011 - Aviation Boatswainas Mate gives the thumbs-up signal as an AV-8B Harrier takes off from the flight deck of amphibious assault ship USS Essex

An AV-8B Harrier II prepares to land on the flight deck of USS Nassau
February 14, 2005 - A U.S. Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier II assigned to VMA 223 prepares to land on the flight deck of USS Nassau

An AV-8B Harrier jet launches off the flight deck of USS Peleliu
Indian Ocean, October 7, 2008 - An AV-8B Harrier jet attached to Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311 launches off the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu during routine flight

Close-up of a BAE Harrier II aircraft, Niederrhein, Germany

Airmen show flight information to an AV-8B Harrier pilot
Atlantic Ocean, January 19, 2012 - Aviation boatswainas mates show flight information to AV-8B Harrier pilot during flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge

An AV-8B Harrier prepares for takeoff as another lands aboard USS Makin Island
Pacific Ocean, February 17, 2011 - An AV-8B Harrier prepares for takeoff as another lands aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island Makin Island is conducting AV-8 operations in preparation

A high-speed flypast of an Italian Navy AV-8B Harrier II
March 17, 2010 - A high-speed flypast of an Italian Navy AV-8B Harrier II

Sailors prepare to launch an AV-8B Harrier during flight operations aboard USS Peleliu
Pacific Ocean, June 2, 2010 - Sailors prepare to launch an AV-8B Harrier during flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu Peleliu is on a scheduled deployment to the western

An Italian Air Force Panavia Tornado IDS MLU taking off, Italy
Belgian Air Force Alpha Jet taking off after a fuel stop at Villafranca Airport, Verona, Italy

An AV-8B Harrier conducts a test flight using a biofuel blend
China Lake, California, September 21, 2011 - An AV-8B Harrier conducts the first test flight of a mix of 50-50 jet fuel and biofuel

An AV-8B Harrier fires flares during a training flight
July 27, 2010 - An AV-8B Harrier fires flares during a training flight. The flares are meant to misguide any heat-seeking ordnance fired at the aircraft

Close-up view of an AV-8B Harrier II
Persian, Gulf, March 12, 2008 - An AV-8B Harrier assigned to Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron Reinforced (HMM)166 (REIN) lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Tarawa (LHA 1)

An AV-8B Harrier jet prepares to land on the flight deck of USS Essex
Sea of Japan, September 2, 2010 - An AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft lands aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex during the fly-on of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU)

An AV-8B Harrier maneuvers on the flight deck of USS Kearsarge
Atlantic Ocean, February 1, 2012 - An AV-8B Harrier maneuvers on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge during Bold Alligator 2012

Sailors prepare an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft for take-off from USS Essex
South China Sea, November 20, 2010 - Sailors prepare an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft for take-off from the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2)

A Hawker Harrier V / STOL aircraft of the Royal Air Force
A Hawker Harrier V/STOL aircraft of the Royal Air Force in flight over Fairford Air Force Base, United Kingdom

An AV-8B Harrier prepares to take off from the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge
November 1, 2013 - An AV-8B Harrier prepares to take off from the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge

An AV-8B Harrier II of the Spanish Navy parked in front of the hangar bay at Naval Station Rota, Spain

Cartoon illustration of a Royal Air Force Harrier jet plane

Aviation Boatswains Mate directs the pilot of an AV-8B Harrier II
East China Sea, January 30, 2009 - Aviation Boatswains Mate directs the pilot of an AV-8B Harrier II aircraft as it prepares to launch from the amphibious assault ship USS Essex

An AV-8B Harrier hovers over the flight deck of USS peleliu
Persian Gulf, September 12, 2008 - An AV-8B Harrier hovers over the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu during flight operations

Aviation boatswains mates refuel an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft
Philippine Sea, September 20, 2012 - Aviation boatswains mates refuel an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft on the flight deck aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6)

An AV-8B Harrier takes off from the flight deck of USS Bataan
Atlantic Ocean, October 29, 2013 - An AV-8B Harrier takes off from the flight deck of the multipurpose amphibious assault ship USS Bataan (LHD 5)

Four AV-8B Harrier jets line up for take-off aboard USS Essex
February 7, 2007 - Aviation Boatswains Mate calls back to flight deck control as four AV-8B Harriers line up for take-off aboard USS Essex

Illustration of a British Aerospace Harrier GR9 aircraft

Sailors observe an aircraft on board USS Peleliu
March 30, 2012 - Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta visits sailors and Marines on board the USS Peleliu (LHA 5) in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego, California

A pilot receives signals from air handlers before take-off during AV-8B Harrier flight
Indian Ocean, May 3, 2009 - A pilot receives signals from air handlers before take-off during AV-8B Harrier flight operations aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer Boxer is deployed as part of

An AV-8B takes off from the flight deck of USS Tarawa lined with helicopters
Arabian Sea, February 12, 2008 - An AV-8B takes off from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Tarawa. Operations in the 5th Fleet area of responsibility are focused on reassuring

An Airman directs an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft on the flight deck of USS Essex
Sea of Japan, September 2, 2010 - Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an AV-8B Harrier jet aircraft as it taxis on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex

An Italian Navy Av-8B Harrier II prepares for landing
March 17, 2010 - An Italian Navy Av-8B Harrier II approaches the flight deck of Italian aircraft carrier Giuseppe Garibaldi

An AV-8B Harrier lands on the flight deck of USS Kearsarge
Atlantic Ocean, February 9, 2013 - An AV-8B Harrier lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge

An AV-8B Harrier jet lands on the flight deck of USS Essex
East China Sea, March 5, 2012 - An AV-8B Harrier jet lands on the flight deck of the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2)

An AV-8B Harrier taxis forward after landing onboard USS Nassau (LHA-4) during the Nassau Strike Groups Composite Unit Training Exercise (COMPTUEX)

Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an AV-8B Harrier
Atlantic Ocean, January 10, 2005 - Aviation Boatswains Mate directs an AV-8B Harrier to turn right on the flight deck of USS Kearsarge (LHD-3)

An AV-8B Harrier II+ prepares for landing
Atlantic Ocean, February 15, 2005 - An AV-8B Harrier II+ prepares for landing over the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Nassau

An AV-8B Harrier jet lands on the flight deck of USS Peleliu
Pacific Ocean, May 15, 2008) An AV-8B Harrier jet lands on the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA-5)

A Marine AV-8B Harrier takes off from amphibious assault ship USS Tarawa just before
Pacific Ocean, November 9, 2007 - A Marine AV-8B Harrier takes off from amphibious assault ship USS Tarawa (LHA-1) just before sunset

Illustration of a Hawker P1127 Kestrel

An AV-8B Harrier takes off from the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge
November 1, 2013 - An AV-8B Harrier takes off from the flight deck of the USS Kearsarge

An AV-8B Harrier prepares to takeoff from USS Peleliu
Pacific Ocean, February 10, 2011 - An AV-8B Harrier prepares to take-off from the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu during training exercises off the coast of Southern California

Aviation fuel technician attaches a fuel line to an AV-8B Harrier
November 5, 2009 - Aviation fuel technician attaches a fuel line to an AV-8B Harrier from Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 31 at Auxiliary Airfield 2 in Yuma, Arizona

An AV-8B Harrier launches from the flight deck of USS Peleliu
Pacific Ocean, March 29, 2010 - An AV-8B Harrier launches from the flight deck of the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu

Flight deck personnel reposition AV-8B Harrier aircraft aboard USS Essex
South China Sea, October 25, 2011 - Flight deck personnel reposition AV-8B Harrier aircraft aboard amphibious assault ship USS Essex

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The Harrier Jump Jet, a remarkable aircraft known for its vertical takeoff and landing capabilities, continues to captivate aviation enthusiasts worldwide. In this captivating image, we witness the sheer power and agility of a Royal Air Force Harrier GR9 as it soars low over the breathtaking landscapes of North Wales. The pilot's skill is evident as he navigates through the skies with precision and grace. Meanwhile, at Gatwick airport, Sub Lieutenant Ian "Soapy" Watson arrives to embark on an extraordinary adventure. Clad in his uniform, he exudes confidence and determination. As he steps onto the tarmac, ready to board his next mission aboard the iconic Harrier Jump Jet, anticipation fills the air. The illustration of this magnificent aircraft serves as a testament to its groundbreaking design and engineering prowess. Its sleek lines and innovative features make it instantly recognizable amongst other fighter jets. It stands tall as a symbol of technological advancement in aviation history. In another part of the world, an A/V-8B Harrier receives fuel mid-air from a KC-10 Extender over Afghanistan. This aerial refueling operation showcases not only the versatility but also the endurance of these incredible machines that play crucial roles in military operations around the globe. Onboard USS Peleliu, an AV-8B Harrier gracefully lands on its flight deck amidst roaring waves and gusty winds. The skilled pilot demonstrates exceptional control during this intricate maneuver while being met with admiration from fellow sailors who give him a thumbs-up signal—a gesture acknowledging their awe-inspiring teamwork. With each takeoff from an aircraft carrier's flight deck comes immense responsibility; however, our brave airman confidently signals readiness for departure before launching into action aboard an AV-8B Harrier. This moment captures both bravery and camaraderie—the essence of military service—where every individual plays their part in ensuring mission success.