The first East Coast F-35C has arrived at VMFA-251!

In this amazing video, the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 251 joyfully welcomes the first East Coast-based F-35C Lightning II! Join us as we investigate the importance of this modern aircraft to the Marine Corps, its capabilities, and how it improves the mission readiness of VMFA-251. There will be exclusive footage of the F-35C's arrival, interviews with squadron members, and insights into the future of naval aviation. Don't miss this historic event, which ushers in a new age for marine aviation on the East Coast! Please like, comment, and Follow for more updates on military aviation and the latest from VMFA-251!

On September 17, 2024, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 251 received an F-35C Lightning II at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. VMFA-251 was the first East Coast-based Marine Corps squadron to receive the F-35C, which can operate from conventional aircraft carriers or land bases and gives operational flexibility and persistence to the II Marine Expeditionary Force. (US Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Landon Lingle)

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 251 receives the Marine Corps' first East Coast based F-35C (B-Roll)
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA, UNITED STATES
09.17.2024

Film Credits: Video by Lance Cpl. Landon Lingle
2nd Marine Aircraft Wing