VMA-241
Marine Attack Squadron 241 (VMA-241) was an aircraft squadron of the United States Marine Corps, known as the "Sons of Satan". The squadron was commissioned during World War II and took part in the Battle of Midway, sustaining 75% losses. It was extensively involved in combat while providing close air support during the 1944–1945 Philippines Campaign. The squadron, equipped with A-4 Skyhawk light attack aircraft, became part of the Marine Forces Reserve, based at Naval Air Station Los Alamitos, California, from 1946 until the 1960s.
| Marine Attack Squadron 241 | |
|---|---|
VMSB-241 insignia | |
| Active | 1 March 1942 – 15 July 1945
1946 - 1960s |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | USMC |
| Type | Attack Squadron |
| Role | Close air support Air interdiction |
| Part of | Inactive |
| Nickname(s) | Sons of Satan |
| Motto(s) | "Alere Flammam" "To Feed the Flames" |
| Tail Code | QG |
| Engagements | World War II * Battle of Midway * Philippines Campaign (1944–45) |
| Aircraft flown | |
| Attack | A4A Skyhawk |
| Bomber | SB2U-3 Vindicator SBD Dauntless |
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