Lance Cpl. Gregory Ybarra, a UH-1Y crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469, scans the desert for potential threats during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel (TRAP) training mission as part of Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 3-17 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., May 17. ITX is a combined-arms training exercise enabling Marines across 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing to operate as an aviation combat element integrated with ground and logistics combat elements as a Marine air-ground task force. More than 650 Marines and 27 aircraft with 3rd MAW are supporting ITX 3-17. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. David Bickel/Released) - Lance Cpl. Gregory Ybarra, a UH-1Y crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469, scans the desert for potential threats during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel (TRAP) training mission as part of Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) 3-17 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., May 17. ITX is a combined-arms training exercise enabling Marines across 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing to operate as an aviation combat element integrated with ground and logistics combat elements as a Marine air-ground task force. More than 650 Marines and 27 aircraft with 3rd MAW are supporting ITX 3-17. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. David Bickel/Released)
U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 return to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., after their deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Thursday, May 12, 2017. The 11th MEU embarked mid-October 2016 aboard the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, trained alongside armed forces from foreign nations, and supported operations throughout the Western Pacific, Middle East and Horn of Africa. - U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 return to Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., after their deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit Thursday, May 12, 2017. The 11th MEU embarked mid-October 2016 aboard the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, trained alongside armed forces from foreign nations, and supported operations throughout the Western Pacific, Middle East and Horn of Africa.
The Douglas SBD-1 Dauntless, which is currently being restored by Robert Cramsie, a restoration volunteer and a board member with the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation, parked at the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum Restoration Facility at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., since December 2012. Cramsie, a retired aircraft mechanic, spent more than 2,500 hours restoring the last-of-its-kind aircraft using blueprints and parts fabricated from scratch. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jake McClung/Released) - The Douglas SBD-1 Dauntless, which is currently being restored by Robert Cramsie, a restoration volunteer and a board member with the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation, parked at the Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum Restoration Facility at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., since December 2012. Cramsie, a retired aircraft mechanic, spent more than 2,500 hours restoring the last-of-its-kind aircraft using blueprints and parts fabricated from scratch. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jake McClung/Released)
Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., will start strictly enforcing vehicle registration on July 1, 2017. If someone is stopped without having their vehicle registered on the installation, the service member or civilian employee will be given a citation to fix it. To register your vehicle on base, visit Vehicle Registration, building 6200, located at the East Gate on MCAS Miramar. (Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kimberlyn Adams) - Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., will start strictly enforcing vehicle registration on July 1, 2017. If someone is stopped without having their vehicle registered on the installation, the service member or civilian employee will be given a citation to fix it. To register your vehicle on base, visit Vehicle Registration, building 6200, located at the East Gate on MCAS Miramar. (Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Kimberlyn Adams)
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (HHS) assists Staff Sgt. Trevor Hicks, an EOD team leader, in putting on an EOD-9 suit during Improvised Explosive Device Detection Training on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., April 13. EOD Marines conduct daily training to maintain mission readiness and proficiency with their gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Liah Kitchen/Released) - Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (HHS) assists Staff Sgt. Trevor Hicks, an EOD team leader, in putting on an EOD-9 suit during Improvised Explosive Device Detection Training on Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., April 13. EOD Marines conduct daily training to maintain mission readiness and proficiency with their gear. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Liah Kitchen/Released)
Retired Lt. Col. Jay Bibbler stands in front of a McDonald Douglas F-4S Phantom at The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum just outside Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., April 6. Bibbler flew other versions of the F-4 while supporting combat missions during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. David Bickel/Released) - Retired Lt. Col. Jay Bibbler stands in front of a McDonald Douglas F-4S Phantom at The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum just outside Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., April 6. Bibbler flew other versions of the F-4 while supporting combat missions during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. David Bickel/Released)
Karen van Zyl, the wife of the South African Orthopaedic Association president Dr. Adriaan van Zyl, flies a simulated mission under the Coronado Bridge while operating the F/A-18 Tactical Operational Flight Trainer at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., March 15. American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeon members and their spouses exchanged best medical practices with their counterparts and flew in four flight simulators while learning about the different aircraft with 3rd MAW. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. David Bickel/Released) - Karen van Zyl, the wife of the South African Orthopaedic Association president Dr. Adriaan van Zyl, flies a simulated mission under the Coronado Bridge while operating the F/A-18 Tactical Operational Flight Trainer at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., March 15. American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeon members and their spouses exchanged best medical practices with their counterparts and flew in four flight simulators while learning about the different aircraft with 3rd MAW. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. David Bickel/Released)
Capt. E. Thomas “Tom” Pinnell III, center, assistant judge advocate with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron (MWHS) 3, along with his family, displays his Marine Corps Air Station Miramar’s Athlete of the Year trophy, during a ceremony at MCAS Miramar, Calif., March 7. Pinnell competed in the 2017 Conseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM) Military World Cup and received the MCAS Miramar’s Athlete of the Year award twice. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released) - Capt. E. Thomas “Tom” Pinnell III, center, assistant judge advocate with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron (MWHS) 3, along with his family, displays his Marine Corps Air Station Miramar’s Athlete of the Year trophy, during a ceremony at MCAS Miramar, Calif., March 7. Pinnell competed in the 2017 Conseil International du Sport Militaire (CISM) Military World Cup and received the MCAS Miramar’s Athlete of the Year award twice. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harley Robinson/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) - 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)
Lance Cpl. Anthony Bartelmie, the Hathcock Range armorer, examines a possible weapon malfunction, 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) - Lance Cpl. Anthony Bartelmie, the Hathcock Range armorer, examines a possible weapon malfunction, 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)
Marines in the meteorology and oceanography (METOC) military occupational specialty are crucial to the mission success of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California. Without them, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing squadrons would not have the certainty of suitable weather conditions to support aircraft operations. - Marines in the meteorology and oceanography (METOC) military occupational specialty are crucial to the mission success of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California. Without them, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing squadrons would not have the certainty of suitable weather conditions to support aircraft operations.
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) - 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)
A Marine with the Provost Marshal Office aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., wears a new ‘bodycam’ system, Feb. 2. Officers can use the camera to record video as evidence, enabling officials to review it later for both investigative and training purposes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released) - A Marine with the Provost Marshal Office aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., wears a new ‘bodycam’ system, Feb. 2. Officers can use the camera to record video as evidence, enabling officials to review it later for both investigative and training purposes. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released)
Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron executes a 300 meter “brick tow” 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) - Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron executes a 300 meter “brick tow” 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)
Master Sgt. Michael A. Moore, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing G-6, technical control engineer, explains future plans for the Hatch Mounted SATCOM (Satellite Communication) Antenna System (HMSAS) to the commanding general of 3rd MAW, Maj. Gen. Mark Wise, aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Jan. 9. The HMSAS was developed for pre-deployment training in order to enhance communications for raid force and tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel (TRAP) missions, in preparation to support a Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released) - Master Sgt. Michael A. Moore, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing G-6, technical control engineer, explains future plans for the Hatch Mounted SATCOM (Satellite Communication) Antenna System (HMSAS) to the commanding general of 3rd MAW, Maj. Gen. Mark Wise, aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Jan. 9. The HMSAS was developed for pre-deployment training in order to enhance communications for raid force and tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel (TRAP) missions, in preparation to support a Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force (SPMAGTF). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released)
A Marine gets her blood tested for donation aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Dec. 14. The Navy Medical Center of San Diego opens opportunities to service members on surrounding military bases in San Diego, to donate blood to the Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released) - A Marine gets her blood tested for donation aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Dec. 14. The Navy Medical Center of San Diego opens opportunities to service members on surrounding military bases in San Diego, to donate blood to the Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP). (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released)
The Miramar Landfill located in San Diego, Calif., produces methane gas which is converted into energy to power the microgrid aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif. In recognition of October being National Energy Action Month, MCAS Miramar promoted energy conservation and informed station residents of what they can do to help. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc Liah Kitchen/Released) - The Miramar Landfill located in San Diego, Calif., produces methane gas which is converted into energy to power the microgrid aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif. In recognition of October being National Energy Action Month, MCAS Miramar promoted energy conservation and informed station residents of what they can do to help. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc Liah Kitchen/Released)
Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., will the use the microgrid as a back-up power system in the event of an outage. The microgrid uses solar energy and methane gas to keep mission-critical buildings operational. Planning for the project began in 2012 and it is slated for completion in 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Liah Kitchen/Released) - Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., will the use the microgrid as a back-up power system in the event of an outage. The microgrid uses solar energy and methane gas to keep mission-critical buildings operational. Planning for the project began in 2012 and it is slated for completion in 2019. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Liah Kitchen/Released)
Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., is recognizing National Energy Action Month by promoting energy conservation in October. MCAS Miramar utilizes multiple energy conservation systems like solar panels, recycled water and a future microgrid project to move closer to becoming a more energy self-sufficient installation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jake McClung/Released) - Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., is recognizing National Energy Action Month by promoting energy conservation in October. MCAS Miramar utilizes multiple energy conservation systems like solar panels, recycled water and a future microgrid project to move closer to becoming a more energy self-sufficient installation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jake McClung/Released)
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform during the 2016 MCAS Miramar Air Show aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24. The Blue Angels have been performing since 1946 and are celebrating their 70th anniversary this year. The MCAS Miramar Air Show showcases world-class performers, military flight demonstration teams, the capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and celebrates Miramar’s longstanding relationship with the local San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Keenan Zelazoski/Released) - The U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform during the 2016 MCAS Miramar Air Show aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24. The Blue Angels have been performing since 1946 and are celebrating their 70th anniversary this year. The MCAS Miramar Air Show showcases world-class performers, military flight demonstration teams, the capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and celebrates Miramar’s longstanding relationship with the local San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Keenan Zelazoski/Released)
San Diego and Marine Corps Air Station Miramar officials salute during the national anthem at the 2016 MCAS Miramar Air Show opening ceremony aboard MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 23. This year’s theme for the event is “100 Years of the Marine Corps Reserves.” The MCAS Miramar Air Show showcases world-class performers, military flight demonstration teams, the capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and celebrates Miramar’s longstanding relationship with the local San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kimberlyn Adams/Released) - San Diego and Marine Corps Air Station Miramar officials salute during the national anthem at the 2016 MCAS Miramar Air Show opening ceremony aboard MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 23. This year’s theme for the event is “100 Years of the Marine Corps Reserves.” The MCAS Miramar Air Show showcases world-class performers, military flight demonstration teams, the capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and celebrates Miramar’s longstanding relationship with the local San Diego community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kimberlyn Adams/Released)
A firefighter with the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Fire Department walks toward a simulated casualty during an aircraft mass casualty exercise aboard MCAS Miramar, Calif., Aug. 24. Marines with Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting and firefighters with the MCAS Miramar Fire Department worked alongside San Diego first responders to improve response times, solidify existing standard operating procedures for emergencies and fulfill annual training requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Jake M.T. McClung/Released) - A firefighter with the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Fire Department walks toward a simulated casualty during an aircraft mass casualty exercise aboard MCAS Miramar, Calif., Aug. 24. Marines with Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting and firefighters with the MCAS Miramar Fire Department worked alongside San Diego first responders to improve response times, solidify existing standard operating procedures for emergencies and fulfill annual training requirements. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Jake M.T. McClung/Released)
Sgt. Maj. Ronald Green, the Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps, places a championship belt on Sgt. Calie Jacobsen, the top female competitor of the Tactical Athlete The competition was a part of the Marine Corps’ High Intensity Tactical Training program and tested the strengths and abilities of Marines from different installations around the Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Liah Kitchen/Released) - Sgt. Maj. Ronald Green, the Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps, places a championship belt on Sgt. Calie Jacobsen, the top female competitor of the Tactical Athlete The competition was a part of the Marine Corps’ High Intensity Tactical Training program and tested the strengths and abilities of Marines from different installations around the Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Liah Kitchen/Released)
The Information, Tickets and Tours center provides lots of opportunities for active duty military members on base to receive discounted tickets to local leisure activities. The ITT center is located in Building 2524 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., and is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and closed Sundays and holidays. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by: Lance Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released) - The Information, Tickets and Tours center provides lots of opportunities for active duty military members on base to receive discounted tickets to local leisure activities. The ITT center is located in Building 2524 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., and is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and closed Sundays and holidays. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by: Lance Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released)
Maj. Misty Posey, plans officer for the Manpower Integration Branch, gives a presentation to Marine Corps leaders about the U.S. Marine Corps Integration Education Plan aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 9. Posey traveled to various Marine Corps bases to give classes, answer questions and clear misconceptions about females integrating into combat roles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released) - Maj. Misty Posey, plans officer for the Manpower Integration Branch, gives a presentation to Marine Corps leaders about the U.S. Marine Corps Integration Education Plan aboard Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 9. Posey traveled to various Marine Corps bases to give classes, answer questions and clear misconceptions about females integrating into combat roles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Harley Robinson/Released)