U.S. Navy RP3 Jordan Warren (2nd from the left) with Marine Aircraft Logistics Squadron 24, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, poses with teammates for a group photo at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Feb. 15, 2024. Warren was granted a temporary additional duty to join the All-Navy wrestling team and compete with the goal of representing the United States in the Olympics. (courtesy photo by RP3 Jordan Warren) - U.S. Navy RP3 Jordan Warren (2nd from the left) with Marine Aircraft Logistics Squadron 24, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, poses with teammates for a group photo at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Feb. 15, 2024. Warren was granted a temporary additional duty to join the All-Navy wrestling team and compete with the goal of representing the United States in the Olympics. (courtesy photo by RP3 Jordan Warren)

U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unload equipment from a KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft in preparation to transport Department of Social Welfare and Development family food packs at Villamor Airbase, Philippines, Feb. 11, 2024. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. Marines of III Marine Expeditionary Force are supporting the U.S. Agency for International Development in providing foreign humanitarian assistance to the ongoing disaster relief mission in Mindanao. The forward presence and ready posture of III MEF assets in the region facilitated rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to Allies and partners during times of need. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Savannah Mesimer) - U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, unload equipment from a KC-130J Super Hercules aircraft in preparation to transport Department of Social Welfare and Development family food packs at Villamor Airbase, Philippines, Feb. 11, 2024. At the request of the Government of the Philippines, the U.S. Marines of III Marine Expeditionary Force are supporting the U.S. Agency for International Development in providing foreign humanitarian assistance to the ongoing disaster relief mission in Mindanao. The forward presence and ready posture of III MEF assets in the region facilitated rapid and effective response to crisis, demonstrating the U.S.’s commitment to Allies and partners during times of need. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Savannah Mesimer)

A KC-130 assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Squadron 153 (VMGR-153), Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, takes off during a forward arming and refueling point exercise (FARP) as part of Force Design Integration Exercise (FDIE) at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Sept. 27, 2023. A FARP is used to extend the capabilities of rotary or fixed-wing aircraft to allow rearming and refueling without having to fall back to a forward operating base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Logan Beeney) - A KC-130 assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Squadron 153 (VMGR-153), Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, takes off during a forward arming and refueling point exercise (FARP) as part of Force Design Integration Exercise (FDIE) at Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii, Sept. 27, 2023. A FARP is used to extend the capabilities of rotary or fixed-wing aircraft to allow rearming and refueling without having to fall back to a forward operating base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Logan Beeney)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jacob Vasek and 1st Lt. Andrew Tilden with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 3, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, pose for a group photo with students at Aliamanu Middle School, Hawaii, Jan. 26, 2024. Students learned about MQ-9A capabilities and aviation career fields in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Logan Beeney) - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jacob Vasek and 1st Lt. Andrew Tilden with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 3, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, pose for a group photo with students at Aliamanu Middle School, Hawaii, Jan. 26, 2024. Students learned about MQ-9A capabilities and aviation career fields in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Logan Beeney)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Craig Larkin, the Marine Aircraft Group 36 Headquarters career planner, meritoriously promotes to the rank of gunnery sergeant on Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 22, 2023. Larkin promoted as the recipient of the 2023 Career Planner of the Year Award. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sav Ford) - U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Craig Larkin, the Marine Aircraft Group 36 Headquarters career planner, meritoriously promotes to the rank of gunnery sergeant on Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 22, 2023. Larkin promoted as the recipient of the 2023 Career Planner of the Year Award. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Sav Ford)

231115-M-JN598-1005 - U.S. Marine Corps Col. Kyle B. Shoop, the commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 12, speaks with newly selected and promoted staff sergeants during a three-day staff sergeant indoctrination seminar at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni, Japan, Nov. 15, 2023. This staff sergeant indoctrination seminar, hosted by MAG-12, is designed for newly selected and promoted staff sergeants, and provides a unique educational program that covers spiritual fitness, professional development, nutrition, and other aspects of effective leadership.

U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 153, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing and 4th Reconnaissance Battalion pass out toys to children in Maui, Hawaii on Dec. 21, 2023. VMGR-153 supported the Toys for Tots mission by transporting personnel and toys to assist in delivering a message of joy and hope to children throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker) - U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 153, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing and 4th Reconnaissance Battalion pass out toys to children in Maui, Hawaii on Dec. 21, 2023. VMGR-153 supported the Toys for Tots mission by transporting personnel and toys to assist in delivering a message of joy and hope to children throughout the holiday season. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Clayton Baker)

U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, unload snow machines from a KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 153, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing to carry out the Toys for Tots mission in Galena, Alaska, Dec. 13, 2023. VMGR-153 conducted combat assault transport and air delivery in support of Alaska Marines’ Toys for Tots mission which enhanced combat readiness and supported community relations in remote Alaskan villages. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Olivia Ortiz) - U.S. Marines with 4th Law Enforcement Battalion, Marine Forces Reserve, unload snow machines from a KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 153, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing to carry out the Toys for Tots mission in Galena, Alaska, Dec. 13, 2023. VMGR-153 conducted combat assault transport and air delivery in support of Alaska Marines’ Toys for Tots mission which enhanced combat readiness and supported community relations in remote Alaskan villages. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Olivia Ortiz)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, interact with families at the fourth annual Waimea Fall Festival at Spencer K. Schutte Waimea District Park, Hawaii, Oct. 14, 2023. VMM-268 showcased a static display of an MV-22B and offered educational tours for event-goers. VMM-268's participation in the festival enhanced community relations and educated the public about their aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Logan Beeney) - U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, interact with families at the fourth annual Waimea Fall Festival at Spencer K. Schutte Waimea District Park, Hawaii, Oct. 14, 2023. VMM-268 showcased a static display of an MV-22B and offered educational tours for event-goers. VMM-268's participation in the festival enhanced community relations and educated the public about their aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Logan Beeney)

U.S. Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 24, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, volunteer at Ahuimanu Elementary School, Ahuimanu, Hawaii, Sept. 23, 2023. The event consisted of Polynesian dance performances, a petting zoo, games, face painting and local food and craft vendors to fundraise for the school. MALS-24 partnered with Ahuimanu Elementary School to celebrate its 50th birthday and enhance community relations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by 2nd Lt. Hannah Venables) - U.S. Marines with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 24, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, volunteer at Ahuimanu Elementary School, Ahuimanu, Hawaii, Sept. 23, 2023. The event consisted of Polynesian dance performances, a petting zoo, games, face painting and local food and craft vendors to fundraise for the school. MALS-24 partnered with Ahuimanu Elementary School to celebrate its 50th birthday and enhance community relations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by 2nd Lt. Hannah Venables)