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U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Nathyn Edson-Schuerfeld, an F-35B Lightning II pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, poses for a photo at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 12, 2023. The Naval Weapon System Evaluation Program allowed VMFA-542 to safely conduct the loading and firing of live missiles at threat-realistic targets to test the squadrons' ability, flexibility, and procedures while repositioned in unfamiliar locations. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element for II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Nathyn Edson-Schuerfeld, an F-35B Lightning II pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, poses for a photo at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, Sept. 12, 2023. The Naval Weapon System Evaluation Program allowed VMFA-542 to safely conduct the loading and firing of live missiles at threat-realistic targets to test the squadrons' ability, flexibility, and procedures while repositioned in unfamiliar locations. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element for II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez)

Photo by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez

U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron (MACS) 2 set up an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar system as part of a larger tactical air operations center on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 17, 2023. MACS-2 took part in Large Scale Exercise 2023, a globally integrated exercise designed to refine how we synchronize maritime operations across multiple fleets in support of the joint force. The training was based on a progression of scenarios that will assess and refine modern warfare concepts. MACS-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Henke)

U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron (MACS) 2 set up an AN/TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar system as part of a larger tactical air operations center on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Aug. 17, 2023. MACS-2 took part in Large Scale Exercise 2023, a globally integrated exercise designed to refine how we synchronize maritime operations across multiple fleets in support of the joint force. The training was based on a progression of scenarios that will assess and refine modern warfare concepts. MACS-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Henke)

Photo by Cpl. Adam Henke

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cesar Durangordian, a helicopter mechanic with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, observes the back of a CH-53K King Stallion at Marine Corps Outlying Landing Field Oak Grove, North Carolina, Aug. 14, 2023. HMH-461 takes part in Large Scale Exercise 2023, a globally integrated exercise designed to refine how we synchronize maritime operations across multiple fleets, in support of the joint force. The training is based on a progression of scenarios that will assess and refine how modern warfare concepts. HMH-461 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cesar Durangordian, a helicopter mechanic with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461, observes the back of a CH-53K King Stallion at Marine Corps Outlying Landing Field Oak Grove, North Carolina, Aug. 14, 2023. HMH-461 takes part in Large Scale Exercise 2023, a globally integrated exercise designed to refine how we synchronize maritime operations across multiple fleets, in support of the joint force. The training is based on a progression of scenarios that will assess and refine how modern warfare concepts. HMH-461 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jarid Fowle, an aviation precision-measurement equipment technician with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 14, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 26, 2023. Fowle was selected for the Commandant’s Retention Program and reenlisted in the Marine Corps to give back to his Marines. MALS-14 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jarid Fowle, an aviation precision-measurement equipment technician with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 14, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 26, 2023. Fowle was selected for the Commandant’s Retention Program and reenlisted in the Marine Corps to give back to his Marines. MALS-14 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez)

Photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle, assigned to the 335th Fighter Squadron, flies over Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 26, 2023. Exercise Razor Talon was an opportunity for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) and the U.S. Air Force to maintain readiness by training and improving proficiency in joint operations in eastern North Carolina. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle, assigned to the 335th Fighter Squadron, flies over Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 26, 2023. Exercise Razor Talon was an opportunity for 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) and the U.S. Air Force to maintain readiness by training and improving proficiency in joint operations in eastern North Carolina. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. David Faerber, an F-35B Lightning II pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, lands at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 25, 2023. Exercise Razor Talon was an opportunity for VMFA-542 to maintain readiness by training and improving proficiency in joint operations in eastern North Carolina. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. David Faerber, an F-35B Lightning II pilot with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542, lands at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, July 25, 2023. Exercise Razor Talon was an opportunity for VMFA-542 to maintain readiness by training and improving proficiency in joint operations in eastern North Carolina. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Madison Blackstock

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith, assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks with Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461 at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 24, 2023. Smith visited HMH-461 in order to familiarize himself with the CH-53K King Stallion. HMH-461 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez)

U.S. Marine Corps Gen. Eric M. Smith, assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, speaks with Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461 at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, July 24, 2023. Smith visited HMH-461 in order to familiarize himself with the CH-53K King Stallion. HMH-461 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez)

Photo by Cpl. Christopher Hernandez

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. John Luke, a KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, observes the right wing of the aircraft over eastern North Carolina, July 12, 2023. Pilots and aircrew trained in mission-oriented protective posture gear to maintain their readiness in preparation for an upcoming deployment. VMGR-252 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rowdy Vanskike

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. John Luke, a KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, observes the right wing of the aircraft over eastern North Carolina, July 12, 2023. Pilots and aircrew trained in mission-oriented protective posture gear to maintain their readiness in preparation for an upcoming deployment. VMGR-252 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Rowdy Vanskike

Photo by Cpl. Rowdy Vanskike

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jacob Gilmore, an aviation-logistics information management systems specialist with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 14, speaks during an interview at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 15, 2023. Gilmore discussed why he thinks Marines should reenlist and get the most out of their Marine Corps experience. MALS-14 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps still image extracted from video by Cpl. Christian Cortez)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jacob Gilmore, an aviation-logistics information management systems specialist with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron (MALS) 14, speaks during an interview at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 15, 2023. Gilmore discussed why he thinks Marines should reenlist and get the most out of their Marine Corps experience. MALS-14 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps still image extracted from video by Cpl. Christian Cortez)

Photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542 launches an F-35B Lightning II at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 31, 2023. VMFA-542 received its first F-35B Lightning II jets and is the Marine Corps’ first East Coast operational F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter squadron. The arrival of the aircraft marks the beginning of F-35 deliveries to MCAS Cherry Point, continuing 2nd MAW’s operational transition from legacy fixed-wing tactical aircraft to the F-35. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542 launches an F-35B Lightning II at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 31, 2023. VMFA-542 received its first F-35B Lightning II jets and is the Marine Corps’ first East Coast operational F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter squadron. The arrival of the aircraft marks the beginning of F-35 deliveries to MCAS Cherry Point, continuing 2nd MAW’s operational transition from legacy fixed-wing tactical aircraft to the F-35. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Steve Willory, a radio operator with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 2, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 16, 2023. Willory was awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for his actions in response to a kitchen fire while eating at a restaurant off duty. VMU-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Steve Willory, a radio operator with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 2, poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 16, 2023. Willory was awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for his actions in response to a kitchen fire while eating at a restaurant off duty. VMU-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elias Pimentel

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Harley Bush, left, and Lance Cpl. Brian Hernandez, right, both bulk fuel specialists with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 272, unhook refueling hoses at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 14, 2023. U.S. Marines with MWSS-272 trained with the Versatile Integrating Partner Equipment Refueling (VIPER) Kit, a refuel-equipment adapter that allows hot and cold refuel operations, and facilitates highly mobile fuel support with a limited footprint, and allows for rapid sortie generation. MWSS- 272 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Harley Bush, left, and Lance Cpl. Brian Hernandez, right, both bulk fuel specialists with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 272, unhook refueling hoses at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 14, 2023. U.S. Marines with MWSS-272 trained with the Versatile Integrating Partner Equipment Refueling (VIPER) Kit, a refuel-equipment adapter that allows hot and cold refuel operations, and facilitates highly mobile fuel support with a limited footprint, and allows for rapid sortie generation. MWSS- 272 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

U.S. Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464 and Combat Logistics Battalion (CLB) 2 use a CH-53E Super Stallion to lift a scrapped AV-8B Harrier II jet at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, June 12, 2023. HMH-464 and CLB-2 demonstrated their capability to conduct sustainment requirements necessary to fight in future battles in accordance with Force Design 2030. HMH-464 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, and CLB-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Logistics Group, the aviation and logistics combat elements of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez)

U.S. Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464 and Combat Logistics Battalion (CLB) 2 use a CH-53E Super Stallion to lift a scrapped AV-8B Harrier II jet at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, North Carolina, June 12, 2023. HMH-464 and CLB-2 demonstrated their capability to conduct sustainment requirements necessary to fight in future battles in accordance with Force Design 2030. HMH-464 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, and CLB-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Logistics Group, the aviation and logistics combat elements of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez)

Photo by Cpl Christian Cortez

U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 transport supplies from a KC-130J Hercules into a CH-53K King Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461 at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, June 7, 2023. The purpose of the training was to demonstrate logistical-connector capabilities in a distributed-aviation environment. VMGR-252 and HMH-461 are subordinate units of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 transport supplies from a KC-130J Hercules into a CH-53K King Stallion assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461 at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, June 7, 2023. The purpose of the training was to demonstrate logistical-connector capabilities in a distributed-aviation environment. VMGR-252 and HMH-461 are subordinate units of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force.

Photo by Cpl. Adam Henke

Two KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 fly over Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 1, 2023. Marines of VMGR-252 celebrated 95 years as a Marine Corps aviation squadron. VMGR-252 is a subordinate unit of 2nd MAW, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Two KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 fly over Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 1, 2023. Marines of VMGR-252 celebrated 95 years as a Marine Corps aviation squadron. VMGR-252 is a subordinate unit of 2nd MAW, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Orlanys Diaz Figueroa

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Thomas Smith, the sergeant major of Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 2, reads an award citation at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 22, 2023. U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jose Arispe and Cpl. John Graham, both unmanned aerial vehicle avionics technicians with VMU-2, were awarded certificates of commendation for their actions in response to a vehicle crash while off duty. VMU-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Thomas Smith, the sergeant major of Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 2, reads an award citation at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 22, 2023. U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Jose Arispe and Cpl. John Graham, both unmanned aerial vehicle avionics technicians with VMU-2, were awarded certificates of commendation for their actions in response to a vehicle crash while off duty. VMU-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542 launches an F-35B Lightning II at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 31, 2023. VMFA-542 received its first F-35B Lightning II jets and is the Marine Corps’ first East Coast operational F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter squadron. The arrival of the aircraft marks the beginning of F-35 deliveries to MCAS Cherry Point, continuing 2nd MAW’s operational transition from legacy fixed-wing tactical aircraft to the F-35. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 542 launches an F-35B Lightning II at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 31, 2023. VMFA-542 received its first F-35B Lightning II jets and is the Marine Corps’ first East Coast operational F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter squadron. The arrival of the aircraft marks the beginning of F-35 deliveries to MCAS Cherry Point, continuing 2nd MAW’s operational transition from legacy fixed-wing tactical aircraft to the F-35. VMFA-542 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. John Graham, left, and Cpl. Jose Arispe, both unmanned aerial vehicle avionics technicians with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 2, pose for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 22, 2023. Graham and Arispe were awarded certificates of commendation for their actions in response to a vehicle crash while off duty. VMU-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. John Graham, left, and Cpl. Jose Arispe, both unmanned aerial vehicle avionics technicians with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 2, pose for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, May 22, 2023. Graham and Arispe were awarded certificates of commendation for their actions in response to a vehicle crash while off duty. VMU-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Herberth Claros, a pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, takes off in an AV-8B Harrier II jet at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, Louisiana, April 25, 2023. VMA-231 provided close-air support during Exercise Southern Strike 2023, a joint, multinational exercise designed to improve interoperability among allies and branches of the Department of Defense. VMA-231 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Herberth Claros, a pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, takes off in an AV-8B Harrier II jet at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, Louisiana, April 25, 2023. VMA-231 provided close-air support during Exercise Southern Strike 2023, a joint, multinational exercise designed to improve interoperability among allies and branches of the Department of Defense. VMA-231 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez)

Photo by Cpl. Christian Cortez

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Lupardus, an explosive ordnance disposal technician with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, fires an M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System at Marine Corps Outlying Landing Field Atlantic, North Carolina, May 1, 2023. MWSS-271 conducted Mission Rehearsal Exercise 1-23 to increase proficiency through integrated training while providing uninterrupted aviation-ground support to 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW). MWSS-271 is a subordinate unit of 2nd MAW, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Henke)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Joseph Lupardus, an explosive ordnance disposal technician with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 271, fires an M110 Semi-Automatic Sniper System at Marine Corps Outlying Landing Field Atlantic, North Carolina, May 1, 2023. MWSS-271 conducted Mission Rehearsal Exercise 1-23 to increase proficiency through integrated training while providing uninterrupted aviation-ground support to 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW). MWSS-271 is a subordinate unit of 2nd MAW, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Adam Henke)

Photo by Cpl. Adam Henke

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