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NASA administrator returns to 2012 Air Show
Retired Marine Maj. Gen. Charles F. Bolden, Jr., current NASA administrator, delivered an address at the opening ceremony during the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Oct. 13. This year’s theme is Marines in Flight: Celebrating 50 years of space exploration.
"The theme this year is awesome," said Bolden. "50 years of Marines in space is really special to me, and I'm honored that we would be chosen to be honored this year."
10.13.2012 Story by Staff Sgt. Donald Bohanner
Retired Marine Maj. Gen. Charles F. Bolden, Jr., current NASA administrator, delivered an address at the opening ceremony during the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Oct. 13. This year’s theme is Marines in Flight: Celebrating 50 years of space exploration.
"The theme this year is awesome," said Bolden. "50 years of Marines in space is really special to me, and I'm honored that we would be chosen to be honored this year."10.13.2012 Story by Staff Sgt. Donald Bohanner
4th MAW recruits for 'Way Ahead'
The 4th Marine Aircraft Wing is looking for a few good men and women at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show aboard MCAS Miramar, Calif., Oct. 12 through the 14, as it recruits to support its "Way Ahead."
The slogan focuses on the fact that the reserve unit will move one of its Marine medium tiltrotor squadrons with the MV-22 Osprey to MCAS Miramar. With this move in the near future, 4th MAW used the air show to recruit pilots and air wing Marines for the squadron.
10.13.2012 Story by Pfc. Raquel Barraza
The 4th Marine Aircraft Wing is looking for a few good men and women at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show aboard MCAS Miramar, Calif., Oct. 12 through the 14, as it recruits to support its "Way Ahead."
The slogan focuses on the fact that the reserve unit will move one of its Marine medium tiltrotor squadrons with the MV-22 Osprey to MCAS Miramar. With this move in the near future, 4th MAW used the air show to recruit pilots and air wing Marines for the squadron.10.13.2012 Story by Pfc. Raquel Barraza
MACG-38 displays gizmos, gadgets during air show
Marine Air Control Group 38 supported the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show with static displays of high-tech military equipment used on make-shift flight lines and unmanned aircraft.
Marine Air Control Squadron 1 showcased field equipment such as the Navigation Integration and Coordination System. The NAVICS is a mobile Air Traffic Control unit that provides support for departing, en route and landing aircraft in any weather.
10.13.2012 Story by Lance Cpl. Melissa Eschenbrenner
Marine Air Control Group 38 supported the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show with static displays of high-tech military equipment used on make-shift flight lines and unmanned aircraft.
Marine Air Control Squadron 1 showcased field equipment such as the Navigation Integration and Coordination System. The NAVICS is a mobile Air Traffic Control unit that provides support for departing, en route and landing aircraft in any weather.10.13.2012 Story by Lance Cpl. Melissa Eschenbrenner
Showcasing gizmos, gadgets to display field equipment
Air Traffic Control uses some of the featured equipment to provide safe landing conditions for pilots.
The static display allowed air-show visitors to get an up close look at all featured equipment, including a mobile ATC tower called a Remote Landing Sense Tower.
"The Remote Landing Sense Tower is a small, expeditionary radio communication tower." said Capt. James Terheyden, the detachment commander with MACS 1 and a San Francisco native. "It can be put on a Humvee and taken to remote landing strips or dirt landing strips."
10.13.2012 Story by Lance Cpl. Melissa Eschenbrenner
Air Traffic Control uses some of the featured equipment to provide safe landing conditions for pilots.
The static display allowed air-show visitors to get an up close look at all featured equipment, including a mobile ATC tower called a Remote Landing Sense Tower.
"The Remote Landing Sense Tower is a small, expeditionary radio communication tower." said Capt. James Terheyden, the detachment commander with MACS 1 and a San Francisco native. "It can be put on a Humvee and taken to remote landing strips or dirt landing strips."10.13.2012 Story by Lance Cpl. Melissa Eschenbrenner
Blue Angels in flight: afternoon delight
The buzz of the F/A-18 Hornets overpower the loud cheers from spectators as the Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron performs jaw-dropping aerobatic maneuvers.
Eyes were glued and heads turned to follow the Navy Blue Angels soar through the sky during the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Oct. 12 through 14.
10.12.2012 Story by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Eller
The buzz of the F/A-18 Hornets overpower the loud cheers from spectators as the Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron performs jaw-dropping aerobatic maneuvers.
Eyes were glued and heads turned to follow the Navy Blue Angels soar through the sky during the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Oct. 12 through 14.10.12.2012 Story by Lance Cpl. Rebecca Eller
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Maj. Gen. Charles F. Bolden Jr.
Retired Marine Maj. Gen. Charles F. Bolden Jr., current administrator of NASA, speaks with a military reporter about the 2012 Miramar Air Show. Also available in high definition
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Miramar Air Show 2012, Part 3
B-roll of the 2012 Miramar Air Show in San Diego, Calif. Also available in high definition
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Miramar Air Show 2012, Part 2
B-roll of the 2012 Miramar Air Show in San Diego, Calif. Also available in high definition
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Miramar Air Show 2012, Part 1
B-roll of the 2012 Miramar Air Show in San Diego, Calif. Also available in high definition
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We Are Logistics: Supplying Marines on the Frontlines (Without Graphics)
This is part one of a series highlighting the Logistics Command Element while deployed to...
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We Are Logistics: Supplying Marines on the Frontlines
This is part one of a series highlighting the Logistics Command Element while deployed to...
Taken: 10.13.2012
31st MEU Marines Learn Jungle Survival in the Philippines
Marines with India Battery, Company G., Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine...
Taken: 10.12.2012
Osprey Demo
The MV-22B Osprey shows off its capabilities during the 2012 Miramar Airshow. Also available in...
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Civilian Performers
Showcasing the various civilians that travel across the country to perform at the Miramar...
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31st MEU Marines learn jungle survival in the Philippines
Marines with Company G., Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 31st Marine...
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MarinesTV Headlines: Marines Take Down IED's While Under Attack
Marines with the 1st Combat Engineer Battalion recently disposed of some improvised explosive...
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Recent Images
Red Bull has wings at MCAS Miramar Air ShowKirby Chambliss flies The Red Bull aircraft during the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Oct. 13. Chambliss has claimed five U.S....
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Blue Angels in Flight at 2012 MCAS Miramar Air ShowThe U.S. Navy Blue Angels preform an aerial display during a performance at the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Oct. 13. For more...
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MCAS Miramar Air Show day two opening ceremonyThe U.S. Army Parachute Team descend through the air after the opening ceremony at the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Oct. 13....
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31st MEU Marines go to school with Filipino childrenLance Cpl. Christopher Heatherington, combat engineer with Combat Logistics Battalion 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and a native of Fairbury,...
Taken: 10.10.2012
MCAS Miramar Air Show Heritage FlightAn F/A-22 Raptor lands on the flight line during the 2012 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, Oct. 13. The F/A-22 demonstrated its...
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Recent Audio
Marine Cpl. Robert A. Nelson
Marine Cpl. Robert A. Nelson talks to a WTKF-FM reporter about his duties as a data systems specialist deployed to Afghanistan.
Taken: 10.11.2012
Marine Sgt. Travis Wilson
Marine Sgt. Travis Wilson, from Mobile, Ala., talks to a WTKF-FM reporter about his duties as a communications platoon sergeant and a radio...
Taken: 10.11.2012
31st MEU Marines, Philippine forces deliver the boom
Marines with India Battery, 3rd Battalion, 12th Marine Regiment, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 31st Marine...
Taken: 10.10.2012
31st MEU Docs conduct medical, dental care project
Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit conducts one of two scheduled medical/dental civil affairs projects held at local elementary...
Taken: 10.9.2012
31st MEU Marines, Philippine Marines share secrets on hiding
Marines and Sailors with the scout sniper platoon, Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit,...
Taken: 10.9.2012
