A Marine AV-8B Harrier from Marine Attack Squadron 231 utilizes its vertical landing capability to land aboard the USS Kearsarge Feb. 1 for Exercise Bold Alligator 2012. The Harrier is capable of vertical/short takeoff and landings which are important aboard amphibious assault ships due to the small flight deck and expands the seabasing advantages of the Navy and Marine Corps team. Bold Alligator 2012 120201-M-AF823-139

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