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1st Marine Aircraft Wing, DLA make future airfield operations more concrete

Preparation is a pillar of the Marine Corps. Marines remain ready for any challenge that may arise, and they continue to anticipate future friction points. On 14 – 16 April, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) demonstrated an innovative evolution in airfield damage repair (ADR).

Communication strategy and operations Marines participate in field training exercise

Communication strategy and operations (COMMSTRAT) Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force (MEF) connected for a field training exercise (FTX) from April 6-10 focusing on increasing acumen and technical proficiency through a multitude of events.

U.S. Marine Corps loadmaster awarded Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for heroic off-duty rescue

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Garrett A. Sloan, a KC-130J fixed-wing aircraft loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 153, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal in recognition of his heroic actions and courage in a life-threatening situation while outside of duty.

1st MAW Marine returns to say farewell after 26 years of service

Maj. Gustavo Terrazas has served the Marine Corps for 26 honorable years, and he took the opportunity to return to Okinawa, Japan to retire. From the inception of the Combat Fitness Test to the modern-day uniform, he has seen many of the Marine Corps’ changes and fought where his country needed him.

VMFA-242 “Bats” Host Allies: U.S. Marines, Japan Self-Defense Forces strengthen alliance at MCAS Iwakuni

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242 hosted members of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) and Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), during a two-day long planning conference. The visit reinforces a long-standing alliance and friendship between the United States and Japan.

MWSS-171 Master Sgt. Adam Dominguez builds his Marines "Motor Tough"

Leadership rooted in both compassion and accountability has become the foundation of mission success for Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171, where senior enlisted leaders emphasize initiative and performance over simple compliance.

VMGR-153 trains in Texas during exercise Bright Horizon

From Jan. 29 to Feb. 17, fifty-nine Marines and two KC-130J aircraft assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 153 deployed to Texas for exercise Bright Horizon. The Detachment for Training (DFT) had one clear purpose: strengthen combat readiness away from home station and prepare the squadron for full operational capability.

MACG-18 hosts Staff Sergeant Symposium

Leaders with 1st Marine Aircraft Wing connected for a Staff Sergeant Symposium from Jan. 13-16 to transform newly promoted staff sergeants and staff sergeant selects with lectures, discussions, and physical training.

Free and Open: U.S. Marines establish FARP operations at Tinian

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 and Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, traveled to Tinian to establish and operate a forward arming and refueling point (FARP) during an aviation training relocation program aimed at developing expeditionary aviation capabilities and ensuring security throughout the Indo-Pacific.

First Sergeant community welcomes highly qualified Marine

The Marine Corps has long been committed to retaining its talented individuals. The E-8 Redesignation Pilot Program serves to continue that commitment to retaining and growing talent. By allowing master sergeants to shift into the first sergeant role, the program allows the Marine Corps to leverage the leadership capabilities of seasoned Marines, aligning talent more efficiently with the Corps’ operational needs. First Sergeant Christopher J. McCullar exemplifies talent that the Marine Corps seeks to keep. His outstanding performance over nearly two decades has afforded him the chance to chase after something he’s wanted since his early days in the Marine Corps.

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