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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Grace Roman, an imagery-analysis specialist with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron (MWHS) 2, poses for photo after receiving the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 24, 2023. Roman was recognized as the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) 2022 Marine of the Year for her exemplary work during Exercise Cold Response 2022 and other operations across Europe. MWHS-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd MAW, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Servante R. Coba)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Grace Roman, an imagery-analysis specialist with Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron (MWHS) 2, poses for photo after receiving the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 24, 2023. Roman was recognized as the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) 2022 Marine of the Year for her exemplary work during Exercise Cold Response 2022 and other operations across Europe. MWHS-2 is a subordinate unit of 2nd MAW, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Servante R. Coba)

Photo by Sgt. Servante Coba

U.S. Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464 walk toward a hangar on Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, Jan. 29, 2023. Marines with HMH-464 trained in a cold-weather, high-altitude environment to increase proficiency and improve overall combat readiness. HMH-464 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)

U.S. Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 464 walk toward a hangar on Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, Jan. 29, 2023. Marines with HMH-464 trained in a cold-weather, high-altitude environment to increase proficiency and improve overall combat readiness. HMH-464 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. Midsi MartinezVasquez, a UH-1Y Venom crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167, applies grease to a GAU-17 machine gun at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Jan. 26, 2023. HMLA-167 trained to increase proficiency during a unit-level deployment for training (DFT). The purpose of the DFT was to increase the squadron’s proficiency in expeditionary close-air support, shore-based operations, and defensive-air maneuvering. HMLA-167 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. Caleb Stelter)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Midsi MartinezVasquez, a UH-1Y Venom crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 167, applies grease to a GAU-17 machine gun at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Jan. 26, 2023. HMLA-167 trained to increase proficiency during a unit-level deployment for training (DFT). The purpose of the DFT was to increase the squadron’s proficiency in expeditionary close-air support, shore-based operations, and defensive-air maneuvering. HMLA-167 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. Caleb Stelter)

Photo by Cpl. Caleb Stelter

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Kevin W. Haunschild, an air-traffic controller with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS), Marine Corps Air Station New River, poses for a photo after an award ceremony at MCAS New River, North Carolina, Jan. 20, 2023. Haunschild was awarded the Bronze Star for his heroic actions in support of the Afghanistan noncombatant evacuation during Operation Freedom’s Sentinel. Operation Freedom’s Sentinel was the continuation of the war in Afghanistan as part of the larger global war on terrorism. He served as the Marine air-traffic control mobile-team leader with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith)

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Kevin W. Haunschild, an air-traffic controller with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS), Marine Corps Air Station New River, poses for a photo after an award ceremony at MCAS New River, North Carolina, Jan. 20, 2023. Haunschild was awarded the Bronze Star for his heroic actions in support of the Afghanistan noncombatant evacuation during Operation Freedom’s Sentinel. Operation Freedom’s Sentinel was the continuation of the war in Afghanistan as part of the larger global war on terrorism. He served as the Marine air-traffic control mobile-team leader with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 162 (Reinforced), 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Anakin Smith

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 261 conduct reduced-visibility landing training near Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Jan. 12, 2023. VMM-261 trained to support Marine ground units during Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, a series of exercises designed to prepare Marines for operations around the globe. VMM-261 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. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 261 conduct reduced-visibility landing training near Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Jan. 12, 2023. VMM-261 trained to support Marine ground units during Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, a series of exercises designed to prepare Marines for operations around the globe. VMM-261 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 Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 fly KC-130J Hercules airplanes in formation over the coast of North Carolina, Dec. 29, 2022. Marines with VMGR-252 flew in formations and simulated an air delivery to increase proficiency among air crew and pilots. 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. Adam Henke)

U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 fly KC-130J Hercules airplanes in formation over the coast of North Carolina, Dec. 29, 2022. Marines with VMGR-252 flew in formations and simulated an air delivery to increase proficiency among air crew and pilots. 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. Adam Henke)

Photo by Cpl. Adam Henke

U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 fly KC-130J Hercules airplanes in formation over the coast of North Carolina, Dec. 29, 2022. Marines with VMGR-252 flew in formations and simulated an air delivery to increase proficiency among air crew and pilots. 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. Adam Henke)

U.S. Marines with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 fly KC-130J Hercules airplanes in formation over the coast of North Carolina, Dec. 29, 2022. Marines with VMGR-252 flew in formations and simulated an air delivery to increase proficiency among air crew and pilots. 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. Adam Henke)

Photo by Cpl. Adam Henke

U.S. Marine Corps Master Gunnery Sgt. Lawrence Reeve Jr. (left), a maintenance chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269, and Lt. Col. Ralph Tompkins, commanding officer of HMLA-269, stand at attention during a deactivation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2022. HMLA-269 deactivated in accordance with Force Design 2030 after 51 years of service. HMLA-269 was 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 Master Gunnery Sgt. Lawrence Reeve Jr. (left), a maintenance chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269, and Lt. Col. Ralph Tompkins, commanding officer of HMLA-269, stand at attention during a deactivation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2022. HMLA-269 deactivated in accordance with Force Design 2030 after 51 years of service. HMLA-269 was 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 Capt. Daniel Renner (right), a pilot with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 2, and Canadian soldiers with the 4th Artillery Regiment (General Support) examine an RQ-21 Blackjack at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 8, 2022. VMU-2 trained with the Canadian Army to increase collective proficiency in the Viper software program. 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 Caleb Stelter)

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Daniel Renner (right), a pilot with Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 2, and Canadian soldiers with the 4th Artillery Regiment (General Support) examine an RQ-21 Blackjack at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 8, 2022. VMU-2 trained with the Canadian Army to increase collective proficiency in the Viper software program. 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 Caleb Stelter)

Photo by Cpl. Caleb Stelter

A U.S. Soldier jumps out of a KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 near Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Dec. 7, 2022. Randy Oler Memorial Operation Toy Drop 2.0 is an event hosted by the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) in conjunction with Fort Bragg and partner nations’ airborne organizations to increase joint-airborne interoperability and conduct community outreach. 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. Adam Henke)

A U.S. Soldier jumps out of a KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252 near Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Dec. 7, 2022. Randy Oler Memorial Operation Toy Drop 2.0 is an event hosted by the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) in conjunction with Fort Bragg and partner nations’ airborne organizations to increase joint-airborne interoperability and conduct community outreach. 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. Adam Henke)

Photo by Cpl. Adam Henke

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Robert Weede, an AV-8B Harrier II jet pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, receives the signal for takeoff from U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Donahven Beaver on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), Dec. 6, 2022. VMA-231 trained with U.S. Sailors to strengthen interoperability and conduct carrier qualifications prior to their upcoming deployment with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. 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. Robert Weede, an AV-8B Harrier II jet pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, receives the signal for takeoff from U.S. Navy Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) 3rd Class Donahven Beaver on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), Dec. 6, 2022. VMA-231 trained with U.S. Sailors to strengthen interoperability and conduct carrier qualifications prior to their upcoming deployment with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. 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 Capt. Ryan Gettinger, an AV-8B Harrier II jet pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, vertically lands an AV-8B Harrier II jet on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), Dec. 4, 2022. VMA-231 trained with U.S. Sailors to strengthen interoperability and conduct carrier qualifications prior to their upcoming deployment with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. 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. Ryan Gettinger, an AV-8B Harrier II jet pilot with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 231, vertically lands an AV-8B Harrier II jet on the flight deck aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), Dec. 4, 2022. VMA-231 trained with U.S. Sailors to strengthen interoperability and conduct carrier qualifications prior to their upcoming deployment with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit. 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 Sgt. Christian Cortez

A U.S. Marine with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 542 taxis an AV-8B Harrier II jet at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 1, 2022. In accordance with Force Design 2030, VMA-542 transitioned from the AV-8B Harrier II jet to the F-35B Lightning II fighter jet and redesignated as a Marine fighter-attack squadron. VMA-542 was 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)

A U.S. Marine with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 542 taxis an AV-8B Harrier II jet at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 1, 2022. In accordance with Force Design 2030, VMA-542 transitioned from the AV-8B Harrier II jet to the F-35B Lightning II fighter jet and redesignated as a Marine fighter-attack squadron. VMA-542 was 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. Marines with Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron (MTACS) 28 fold a unit flag during a deactivation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 18, 2022. MTACS-28 deactivated in accordance with Force Design 2030 after 75 years of service. MTACS-28 was a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Symira Bostic)

U.S. Marines with Marine Tactical Air Command Squadron (MTACS) 28 fold a unit flag during a deactivation ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 18, 2022. MTACS-28 deactivated in accordance with Force Design 2030 after 75 years of service. MTACS-28 was a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Symira Bostic)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Elias Pimentel

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Eric Hogarth, a loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, disassembles the air-delivered ground-refueling point at Blackstone Army Airfield, Virginia, Nov. 16, 2022. VMGR-252 provided assault support to Naval Special Warfare Group 2 during Exercise Trident 23-2 to enhance combat readiness and improve naval integration. 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. Caleb Stelter)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Eric Hogarth, a loadmaster with Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron (VMGR) 252, disassembles the air-delivered ground-refueling point at Blackstone Army Airfield, Virginia, Nov. 16, 2022. VMGR-252 provided assault support to Naval Special Warfare Group 2 during Exercise Trident 23-2 to enhance combat readiness and improve naval integration. 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. Caleb Stelter)

Photo by Cpl. Caleb Stelter

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) run in formation at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. Marines with 2nd MAW ran to celebrate the 247th birthday of the Marine Corps. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U. S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Servante R. Coba)

U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) run in formation at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 10, 2022. Marines with 2nd MAW ran to celebrate the 247th birthday of the Marine Corps. 2nd MAW is the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U. S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Servante R. Coba)

Photo by Sgt. Servante Coba

U.S. Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion (LAAD) stand in formation during a ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 9, 2022. 2nd LAAD activated an additional firing battery, increasing its number of personnel and equipment to improve the capability and lethality of their ground-based air-defense systems in accordance with Force Design 2030. 2nd LAAD 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. Marines with 2nd Low Altitude Air Defense Battalion (LAAD) stand in formation during a ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 9, 2022. 2nd LAAD activated an additional firing battery, increasing its number of personnel and equipment to improve the capability and lethality of their ground-based air-defense systems in accordance with Force Design 2030. 2nd LAAD 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. Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269 fly AH-1Z Vipers and UH-1Y Venoms near Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Nov. 7, 2022. This was the last flight for HMLA-269, which is deactivating in accordance with Force Design 2030. HMLA-269 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Rowdy Vanskike)

U.S. Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269 fly AH-1Z Vipers and UH-1Y Venoms near Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, Nov. 7, 2022. This was the last flight for HMLA-269, which is deactivating in accordance with Force Design 2030. HMLA-269 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Rowdy Vanskike)

Photo by Pfc. Rowdy Vanskike

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron (VMFAT) 501 prepare F-35B Lightning II fighter jets for flight at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base (NAS JRB) New Orleans, Louisiana, Oct. 24, 2022. VMFAT-501 deployed to NAS JRB New Orleans to increase entry-level pilots' proficiency in offensive air support, electronic warfare, and routine flight operations for their future fleet assignments. VMFAT-501 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron (VMFAT) 501 prepare F-35B Lightning II fighter jets for flight at Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base (NAS JRB) New Orleans, Louisiana, Oct. 24, 2022. VMFAT-501 deployed to NAS JRB New Orleans to increase entry-level pilots' proficiency in offensive air support, electronic warfare, and routine flight operations for their future fleet assignments. VMFAT-501 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron (VMFAT) 501 fly four F-35B Lightning II fighter jets over Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, Louisiana, Oct. 24, 2022. VMFAT-501 deployed to NAS JRB New Orleans to increase entry-level pilots' proficiency in offensive-air support, electronic warfare, and routine flight operations for their future fleet assignments. VMFAT-501 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron (VMFAT) 501 fly four F-35B Lightning II fighter jets over Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans, Louisiana, Oct. 24, 2022. VMFAT-501 deployed to NAS JRB New Orleans to increase entry-level pilots' proficiency in offensive-air support, electronic warfare, and routine flight operations for their future fleet assignments. VMFAT-501 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

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