VMA 542 (USMC) Black Coffee Mug

VMA 542 (USMC) The VMA 542 (Vertical Marine Attack Aviation Squadron 542) is a United States Marine Corps (USMC) aviation squadron, specifically designed for the Vertical/Short Takeoff and Landing (VSTOL) operations. This particular squadron operates with the AV-8B Harrier II+ aircraft, a multirole fighter that combines the ability to take off and land vertically with the capability to perform conventional takeoffs and landing like a traditional airplane. The VMA 542 has been deployed in various military operations, demonstrating its versatility and adaptability in diverse terrain and combat conditions. The squadron is part of the Marine Aircraft Group 16 (MAG-16), III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF).