June 5, 2014 7:18 am AV-8B Harrier Jet Known for Flexibility in Battle The AV-8B Harrier jet is capable of vertical and short takeoff and landing and known to provide new flexibility in the battlefield. NBC 7’s Candice Nguyen reports. US & World Videos 3:42 USS Carl Vinson returns to San Diego after deployment 28:47 American Vets: Benefits, Race and Inequality 3:24 Beyond the battlefield: A salute to service for a local veteran 26:59 American Vets: Benefits. Race & Inequality 3:00 Why Was This Popular Web Cam Overlooking San Diego Bay Shut Off?