A Paint Scheme That Tells the Story: The aircraft wears the markings of Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231 “Ace of Spades,” the oldest squadron in the Marine Corps. The Ace of Spades insignia, designed by 2nd Lt. Hayne D. Boyden, uses the ace to signify “First,” with the letters “A” and “S” representing “Air Squadron.” It was the first official unit insignia in Marine Corps aviation.
| Date Taken: | 05.26.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 05.28.2026 17:07 |
| Photo ID: | 9713207 |
| VIRIN: | 260526-N-N0344-7485 |
| Resolution: | 726x466 |
| Size: | 109.89 KB |
| Location: | ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND, US |
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