November 30, 2010 — A KC-130J Hercules landed on the newly constructed flightline here Nov. 30, which increased the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward)’s ability to support coalition and Afghan forces throughout the western portion of Regional Command (Southwest). A small detachment of Marines with the Marine Wing Support Squadron 373 “Aces” dedicated an average of 16 MORE
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November 26, 2010 — Edinburgh is a small forward operating base, which lies surrounded by mountains and conflict in the northern region of Helmand province.The three infantry units operating within the surrounding areas frequently engage with the enemy. These ground forces often look to one common aviation support element operating here, which plays a vital role in MORE
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November 25, 2010 — Each squadron of the Marine Corps aviation community has a rich history and die-hard pride of belonging. Taking this into consideration, putting two squadrons under one roof in the middle of the desert and expecting them to collaborate, does not sound like the best idea, however, the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward) has done just that.The Marine MORE
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November 23, 2010 — While driving down the dusty roads of Afghanistan, Marines watch out the windows of their vehicles. The lead driver halts the convoy and calls for a search team to dismount. A possible improvised explosive device has been spotted.Although this is a training exercise for the Marines of Marine Wing Support Squadron 373, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing MORE
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November 20, 2010 — In a ceremony held here Nov. 20, the “Red Devils” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward), relinquished their area of operation to the “Werewolves” of VMFA-122.Lt. Col. Daniel Shipley, the Red Devils commanding officer, transferred authority to Lt. Col. John Bolt, the Werewolves commanding officer.During their MORE
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November 18, 2010 — Spectators gathered at the doors of the Marine Air Control Group 38 headquarters building, anticipating a ribbon-cutting event which revealed 43 years of photographic history. MACG-38 Marines held a dedication ceremony here, Nov. 12, to unveil photos showing the group’s history of coordinating support between air and ground units. Maj. Gen. Thomas MORE
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November 18, 2010 — Pumping 300 gallons of fuel per minute at elevations of more than 6,000 feet may not seem like an easy task, but for a KC-130J “Hercules” aircraft, it’s all in a day’s work. Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 352, the “Raiders,” with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, performed a refueling training exercise in support of Marine Medium Helicopter MORE
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November 14, 2010 — In the crisp afternoon air on Nov. 14, the Marines of Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (Forward), transferred authority to HMLA-169, 3rd MAW (Fwd).Lt. Col. Michael Moore, the commanding officer of HMLA-369, the “Gunfighters,” transferred authority to Lt. Col. Brendan Reilly, the commanding officer of HMLA-169, MORE
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November 09, 2010 — It takes a brave individual to walk to the open door of a CH-53E “Super Stallion,” look out into the swirling blue ocean below, and jump. It takes a crew of highly-trained professionals to then drop a rope to the Marines in the water and carry them back to land safely and tactically, which is exactly what the pilots and crew chiefs of Marine Heavy MORE
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November 09, 2010 — Spinning propeller blades kicked up dirt as pilots prepared to leave the ground and travel into the air for another mission. All this would not be possible if it wasn’t for the pilots’ eyes and ears in the back of the aircraft – crew chiefs. CH-53E “Super Stallion” helicopter crew chiefs are responsible for loading up to 20,000 pounds of cargo and MORE
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