Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 49 (MALS-49) is a reserve aviation logistics support unit of the United States Marine Corps. They are currently based at Stewart Air National Guard Base in Newburgh, New York and fall under the command of Marine Aircraft Group 49 (MAG-49) and the 4th Marine Aircraft Wing (4th MAW). The squadron is the only MALS in the 4th MAW with an active duty core of Maintenance, Aviation Supply, and Aviation Logistic Information Management and Support (ALIMS) personnel. MALS-49 is currently structured with nine separate and distinct divisions of Maintenance, six separate and distinct divisions of Supply, four separate and distinct divisions of ALIMS, supporting five separate and distinct sites, along with six flying squadrons.
MALS-49 Mission
Provide training and support for SMCR units to ensure readiness for mobilization.
Provide aerial refueling service in support of Fleet Marine Force operations
Provide air transport for personnel, equipment and supplies.
Conduct other air operations as may be directed.
Provide intermediate maintenance activity support to the squadrons assigned to MAG-49.
Provide the requisite aviation supply support to MAG-49.