VMF-221 had 21 F2A-3's and 7 Grumman F4F-3 Wildcats, all of which were essentially worn out "hand-me-down" from the Navy. Leadership of the squadron was passed to Major Floyd B.
VMF-221's aircraft consisted of 21 F2A-3s and 7 Grumman F4F-3 Wildcats, all of which were pre-owned planes given to them by the Navy.