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C-2 Greyhound aircraft on a US Navy carrier deck with sailors and equipment in the background.

Navy Retires C-2 Greyhound After Decades of Carrier Resupply Missions

The C-2 Greyhound's legendary career came to a close with its final takeoff and landing on the USS Nimitz, marking the end of nearly 60 years of dedicated service as the Navy's carrier onboard delivery workhorse. The iconic aircraft will continue to fly until later this year, when it will be fully retired.

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Harrier jets lined up on tarmac at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point.

Marine Corps Grounds Harrier After 40 Years of Service

As the Marine Corps bids farewell to its trusty Harrier jets after 40 years of service, the highly skilled aircrew and maintenance teams are already soaring to new heights with their expertise on the cutting-edge F-35B. The Harrier's final flight at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point was a nostalgic sendoff, marked by a thrilling flyover of five legendary jets.

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