Marine Corps Air Station Miramar

Marines from Marine Corps Air Station Miramar assist students with De Portola Middle School, in a game of tug of war during the 9th annual Marine Corps Fitness Challenge at De Portola Middle School in San Diego, Calif., March 22, 2019. During the challenge, MCAS Miramar Marines led students through four different physical training courses throughout their physical education periods to give the students a better outlook on physical fitness. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Raynaldo Ramos)

The U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, Battle Color Detachment, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., performs in front of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar’s leaders, family and friends during the 2019 Battle Color Ceremony at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Mar. 15. The ceremony is held to honor Marine Corps traditions through performances by “The Commandants Own”, the Silent Drill Platoon and the Battle Colors Detachment as a whole. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Cleveland)

Maj. Robert M. Storck, operations officer for Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, stands at attention for Anchors Aweigh during his retirement ceremony on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Mar. 8. The ceremony officially recognized Storck for his 20 years of honorable service to the Marine Corps from May 1999 to March 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Cleveland)

Maj Gen. Vincent A. Coglianese, commanding general, Marine Corps Installations Command, right, with Kevin L. Faulconer, mayor of San Diego, left, signs the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the Smart City initiatives between the Marine Corps and the City of San Diego at San Diego City Hall, Feb. 21. The MOU highlighted on technological development geared toward improving Marine Corps Air Station Miramar and the city of San Diego such as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), smart street lights, renewable energy and the City’s “Get It Done” application. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl Cheng Chang)

Sgt. Jeffrey Lysen, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, demonstrates the capabilities of the Mark II Talin camera, during the 2nd Annual Robotic Showcase Extravaganza 2019 in San Diego, Calif., Feb. 23. The Marines attended this event to teach students about robotics as well as foster cohesion with the surrounding community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Sarah Ralph)

Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Marines demonstrate the capabilities of the fire hose on a P-19R during an ARFF demonstration at the Curie Elementary School, University City, Calif., Feb. 8. The Marines conducted this demonstration to teach students about the Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting military occupational specialty as well as foster cohesion with the surrounding community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jake McClung)

Cpl. Dominic Torimino, a military working dog (MWD) handler at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, demonstrates the capabilities of MWDs at Dingeman Elementary School, San Diego, Calif., Feb. 12. MCAS Miramar conducted this demonstration to teach students about the MWD handler military occupational specialty as well as foster cohesion with the surrounding community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jake McClung)

A Marine from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 232, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 11, marshals an F/A-18C Hornet onto the flight line during a training exercise called the ‘Elephant Walk’ on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Feb. 1. MAG-11 conducted this training to exercise its real-world capabilities. Exercises such as this provide realistic, relevant training necessary for 3rd MAW to “Fix, Fly, and Fight” as the Marine Corps’ largest aircraft wing and ensures the unit remains combat-ready, inter-operable, deployable on short notice, and lethal when called into action. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nadia J. Stark)

Col. Charles Dockery, commanding officer Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, left, presents an award to Ret. GySgt. Nicholas Popaditch, former Marine and motivational speaker, right, during the National Prayer Breakfast at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Feb. 7. The National Prayer Breakfast is a yearly event that is designed to be a forum for professionals in the political, social and business worlds to assemble and build relationships. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Preston Hightower)

Four F/A-18C Hornets assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 323 fly in formation behind a KC-130J Super Hercules attached to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 352, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 11, during a readiness exercise called the ‘Elephant Walk’ above Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Feb. 1. MAG-11 conducted this training to exercise its real-world capabilities. Exercises such as this provide realistic, relevant training necessary for 3rd MAW to “Fix, Fly, and Fight” as the Marine Corps’ largest aircraft wing and ensures the unit remains combat-ready, inter-operable, deployable on short notice, and lethal when called into action. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Cleveland)

Lt. Col. Alan J. Clarke, commanding officer of Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (HHS, cuts the ribbon signifying the grand opening for the tax center on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Jan. 22. The MCAS Miramar tax center will be open Monday through Thursday 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. and Fridays from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. For more information please contact the tax center at 858-577-1040. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jake McClung)

Planck Aerosystems key leaders land a Shearwater drone on a moving truck to test its capabilities during night time operations on East MCAS Miramar, Calif., Jan. 24. As an autonomous systems testbed, MCAS Miramar hosted the Shearwater drone system, which is capable of landing on moving vehicles and is primarily used to assist in security, search and rescue, convoy support and special operations by providing live aerial surveillance to the user. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Jake McClung)

Lt. Col. Robert Peterson, current commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 41 Detachment Bravo, speaks to the fellow Marines and audience during a relief and appointment ceremony for Sgt. Maj. Pascal Dacilas, former sergeant major of MAG-41 Detachment Bravo to Sgt. Maj. Allen Allred, the oncoming sergeant major at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Jan. 18. The ceremony officially recognized Dacilas for his years of honorable service to the Marine Corps and his time as the sergeant major of MAG-41 Detachment Bravo from February 2017 through January 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Cleveland)

Lance Cpl. Britani Baker, a Security Augmentation Force (SAF) Marine at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, blocks incoming traffic during a base lockdown drill at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Jan. 8. MCAS Miramar’s Provost Marshall’s Office and the SAF conduct routine base lockdown drills to rehearse, review and improve security procedures on the installation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jake M.T. McClung)

Col. Charles Dockery, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, shows members of the California Public Utilities Commision current projects that are taking place on base during a tour highlighting the stations innovative energy projects at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Dec. 3. The members of the California Public Utilities Commision toured MCAS Miramar’s energy operations center, the micro grid, current energy conservation projects, the flight line and the Miramar landfill, which provides renewable power for the base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jake McClung)

Master Gunnery Sgt. Marcus R. Dawson, staff non-commissioned officer in charge of Installation Personnel Administration Center, drills a throwing technique during a submission seminar at the High Intensity Tactical Training center on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 8. Carlson Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu hosted an advanced submission class and seminar on power resiliency for Marines stationed at MCAS Miramar to boost confidence and improve self-defense skills. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Daniel Auvert.)

Members of the Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron color guard and 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band march on the flight line during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show opening ceremony at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This years air show honors “100 years if women in the Marine Corps” by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maritza Vela)

The Commanding Officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Col. Charles B. Dockery, far left, California State Senate member, Joel Anderson, center, and the Commanding General of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Maj. General Kevin M. Liams, center right, pose for a photo with a proclamation dedicated to commending the efforts of MCAS Miramar for honoring 100 years of women in the U.S. Marine Corps at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 30. This year’s air show honors “100 years of women in the Marine Corps” by featuring several performances and displays that highlight the accomplishments and milestones women have made since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl Nadia J. Stark)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Nashagh Kadijah, C-130 pilot, with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 352, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, discusses her flight plan during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show on MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 30. This year's air show honors "100 years of women in the Marine Corps" by featuring several performances and displays that highlight the accomplishments and milestones women have made since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maritza Vela)

U.S. Marine Corps Col. Charles B. Dockery, commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, gives his remarks during the opening ceremony of the 2018 MCAS Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This years air show honors “100 years if women in the Marine Corps” by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maritza Vela)

The U.S. Navy Blue Angel’s perform a dynamic aerial maneuver during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This year’s air show honors “100 years of women in the Marine Corps” by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones women since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Robert Alejandre)

Caitlin Herbert, a reenactor with Aviation Women’s Reserve Squadron-7, sports a World War II era uniform during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This years air show honors “100 years if women in the Marine Corps” by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maritza Vela)

The Patriots Jet Team performs aerobatic maneuvers during the 2018 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28. This year’s air show honors “100 years of women in the Marine Corps” by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones women have made since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Samuel Ruiz)

Marines demonstrate their aerial capabilities at the Marine Air Ground Task Force demonstration during the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show, San Diego, Calif., Sept. 28. This years air show honors "100 years of women in the Marine Corps" by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones women made since the first female enlistee, Olpha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua S. McAlpine)

MV-22B Osprey with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing fly over U.S. Navy Blue Angels during the Marine Air-Ground Task Force Demonstration at the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar Air Show September 28, 2018 Miramar, California. This year's air show honors "100 years of women in the Marine Corps" by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones women made since the first female enlistee, Opha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua S. McAlpine)

U.S. Marines fast rope out of UH-1Y Huey utility helicopter at the Marine Air Ground Task Force demonstration during the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar air show, MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 28 This years air show honors "100 years of women in the Marine Corps" by featuring several performances and displays that highlight accomplishments and milestones women made since the first female enlistee, Olpha May Johnson, who joined the service in 1918. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joshua S. McAlpine)

From right to left Lt. Col. Michael A. Spears, commanding officer of Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Maj. Robert M. Storck, Executive Officer of H&HS and Sgt. Ashton Reynolds, the H&HS guide, lead Marines with H&HS on a hike from main side Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., to East Miramar Aug. 24. Following the 4.5 mile hike H&HS held a field mess night to honor the legacy of Marines before them and to build camaraderie in the squadron. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jake M.T. McClung)

Lt. Col. Michael A. Spears, commanding officer of Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, leads a hike with H&HS Marines and sailors to hold a field mess night at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Aug. 24. Following the 4.5 mile hike H&HS held a field mess night to honor the legacy of Marines before them and to build camaraderie in the squadron. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jake M.T. McClung)

Marines with Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting extinguish a fire on a mobile burn unit during an exercise at MCAS Miramar, Aug 16. 2018. Emergency response exercises are conducted to rehearse response times, validate existing standard operating procedures, fulfill annual training requirements and validate the effectiveness of MCAS Miramar emergency services. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt Daniel Auvert.)

Col. Jason G. Woodworth (center), Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar’s outgoing commanding officer, accepts the Marine Corps flag from Sgt. Maj. Michael Walton (left), sergeant major of MCAS Miramar, during a change of command ceremony at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Jul. 20. Woodworth later passed the flag to Col. Charles Dockery, right, symbolizing the transfer of authority and responsibility from one commander to another. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Mark A. Lowe II/RELEASED)

Sgt. Philip M. West with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, completes the 500 meter swim portion of the “Aquathon” at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 29. Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron hosted the Aquathon as June’s Warrior Challenge, a run-swim-run team competition between active duty service members at MCAS Miramar. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Cleveland)

Lt. Col. Michael E. Sheridan former commanding officer of Marine Wing Communications Squadron (MWCS) 48, passes the command’s colors to Lt. Col. Brian C. Pate, commanding officer of MWCS-48, during their change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 13. Pate assumed command of MWCS-48 from Sheridan, who was in command for approximately two years and received a Meritorious Service Medal for his time with MWCS-48. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Cleveland/Released)

Col. Scott A. Gondek, commanding officer of Marine Air Control Group 48, salutes the American flag as “Star Spangled Banner” plays during Marine Wing Communications Squadron (MWCS) 48’s change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 13. Lt. Col. Brian C. Pate assumed command of MWCS-48 from Lt. Col. Michael E. Sheridan who received a Meritorious Service Medal for his time as MWCS-48’s commanding officer. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Cleveland/Released)

Lance Cpl. Luis Da Luz, a hazardous material (HAZMAT) entry team technician with Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF), passes HAZMAT samples to Lance Cpl. Alex Herrero, a HAZMAT entry team technician with ARFF, during an exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., May 17. The exercise simulated a bioterrorism attack and required several MCAS Miramar units to coordinate an effective response. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jake M.T. McClung/Released)

Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS) participate in a pistol marksmanship competition as part of the “Warrior Challenge” at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., April 26. The “Warrior Challenge” is a monthly competition between all of the sections in H&HS to promote camaraderie and a healthy competitive spirit. (Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Daniel Auvert/released)

President of the United States Donald J. Trump salutes military leaders after landing at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., March 13, 2018. President Trump visited MCAS Miramar to speak with service members and their families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Calhoun/Released)

An AH-1Z Viper assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 166 (Reinforced), Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, rests on the flight line at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., April 12. Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 361, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 and VMM-166 consolidated to become VMM-166 (Rein) for an upcoming combat deployment with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit. MCAS Miramar is home to 3rd MAW and 19 of its squadrons. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Becky Calhoun/Released)

The Battle Color Detachment performed during a ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., March 16. The detachment is a ceremonial unit featuring the Silent Drill Platoon, United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and Marine Corps Official Color Guard. The Battle Color Detachment is based out of Marine Barracks, Washington D.C., also known as "8th and I." (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jake McClung/Released)

Marines with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 214 prepare several AV-8B Harriers for support missions during Exercise Winter Fury 2017 at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Nov. 28. The Exercise spans several locations including Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., and MCAS Miramar. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nadia J. Stark/Released)

Sgt. Col. Hunsberger, Sgt. Brandon Werth, Lance Cpl. Dominic Phifer, Lance Cpl. Nicolas Larsen and Lance Cpl. Zachary Walter, with Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting, Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., volunteered with Team Rubicon in Houston, Texas, to support operation "Hard Hustle" Hurricane Harvey relief efforts, Oct. 6 to 14. The five ARFF Marines logged more than 240 volunteer hours and took 10 of their own leave days to make a difference in support of the cause. (Courtesy Photo)

The 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band marches through the crowd during the 2017 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 22. The band performed for the crowd while walking the flight line and during the opening ceremony. The theme for the air show is “A Salute to Vietnam Veterans” and features world-class civilian performers and displays recognizing the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans and celebrates our longstanding relationship with our neighbors in the local San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Brytani Wheeler/Released)

Marines with 1st Marine Division greet spectators at the 2017 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 23. The theme for the air show is “A Salute to Vietnam Veterans” and features several performances and displays recognizing the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans. The air show also showcases world-class civilian performers, military flight demonstration teams, capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and celebrates our longstanding relationship with our neighbors in the local San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Nathaniel McAllister/Released)

The 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band performs during the opening ceremony of the 2017 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 22. The theme for the air show is “A Salute to Vietnam Veterans” and features several performances and displays recognizing the sacrifices of Vietnam veterans. The air show also showcases world-class civilian performers, military flight demonstration teams, capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and celebrates our longstanding relationship with our neighbors in the local San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andi Talbot/Released)

Cpl. Kristopher Trautz, an Air traffic controller with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS), waits in the prone position to start the maneuver under fire portion of the Warrior Challenge at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Aug 22. This monthly challenge gives sections within H&HS the opportunity to work as a team and compete in several training events. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrianna Talbot/Released)

Three F-35B Lightning II and three F/A-18 Hornets line up before taking off during the Marine Division Tactics Course at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 16. This course gives pilots air-to-air combat experience and the tools to train Marines in their squadrons on the latest tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kimberlyn Adams/Released)

Two F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 211 taxi to the runway during the Marine Division Tactics Course at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 16. This course gives pilots air-to-air combat experience and the tools to train Marines in their squadrons on the latest tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kimberlyn Adams/Released)

Capt. Christopher Lavergne, a KC-130J Super Hercules pilot with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 352, proudly displays the 2017 Marine Corps Aviation Association Henry Wildfang award in front of a KC-130J at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., March 27. VMGR-352 received the Henry Wildfang award for successful mission accomplishments and the most mishap free hours. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jake M.T. McClung/Released)

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (HHS) and Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 473 conduct a controlled burn exercise at the ARFF training pit at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., March 4. Marines with ARFF are responsible for any fire or hazardous material mishap that involves an aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Liah Kitchen/Released)

Officers with the Provost Marshal's Office at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., demonstrates how a military working dog is trained to attack a suspect during a K-9 showcase at the Miramar Youth and Teen Center on MCAS Miramar, Feb. 17. Military working dog handlers train their dogs to assist in neutralizing a threat to aid in base security. (U. S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Liah Kitchen/Released)

Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron swim in a “dragon boat” formation at the combat training tank during the Grizzly Challenge at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Feb. 14. The challenge is held quarterly to bring the Marines in the unit together for team building. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Liah Kitchen/Released)

Lance Cpl. Anthony Bartelmie, left, the Hathcock Range armorer, examines a shooter’s possible weapon malfunction during rifle qualifications at the Carlos Hathcock Range Complex at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., March 1. As the range armorer, Bartelmie is responsible for assisting with weapons malfunctions while Marines are on the range. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Liah Kitchen/Released)