Italian Navy, Marina Militare, MM, McDonnell Douglas, Hawker Siddeley Harrier, AV-8B Harrier II, Reg. MM7218, Military Code 1-12, Other Marks 12, Serial No. 270/IT007, Unit Markings Gruppo Aerei Imbarcati, Wolves, close-up pilot view, air-to-air, NATO Days 2025

Shown is an Italian Navy AV-8B Harrier II, registration MM7218, military code 1-12, serial 270/IT007, with Gruppo Aerei Imbarcati Wolves unit markings, in a close-up pilot view during air-to-air demonstration at NATO Days 2025. The Harrier II is a V/STOL aircraft powered by a Rolls-Royce Pegasus turbofan engine, capable of vertical takeoff and landing, designed for carrier-based missions including close air support, reconnaissance, and tactical operations.