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U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Darrian Doyle, combat engineer, Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo during a field exercise at Townsend Bombing Range, Georgia, May 6, 2026. This FEX was conducted to sustain MWSS-273’s proficiency in mission-essential tasks and increase readiness for the upcoming Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-27. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Isabella L. Renaud)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Darrian Doyle, combat engineer, Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo during a field exercise at Townsend Bombing Range, Georgia, May 6, 2026. This FEX was conducted to sustain MWSS-273’s proficiency in mission-essential tasks and increase readiness for the upcoming Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-27. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Isabella L. Renaud)

Photo by Cpl. Isabella Renaud

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, fire M240B machine guns while conducting a field exercise at Townsend Bombing Range, Georgia, May 6, 2026. This FEX was conducted to sustain MWSS-273’s proficiency in mission-essential tasks and increase readiness for the upcoming Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-27. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Isabella L. Renaud)

U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, fire M240B machine guns while conducting a field exercise at Townsend Bombing Range, Georgia, May 6, 2026. This FEX was conducted to sustain MWSS-273’s proficiency in mission-essential tasks and increase readiness for the upcoming Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-27. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Isabella L. Renaud)

Photo by Cpl. Isabella Renaud

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Darrian J. Doyle, combat engineer, Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, fires an M240B machine gun while conducting a field exercise at Townsend Bombing Range, Georgia, May 6, 2026. This FEX was conducted to sustain MWSS-273’s proficiency in mission-essential tasks and increase readiness for the upcoming Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-27. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Isabella L. Renaud)

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Darrian J. Doyle, combat engineer, Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine Air Control Group 28, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, fires an M240B machine gun while conducting a field exercise at Townsend Bombing Range, Georgia, May 6, 2026. This FEX was conducted to sustain MWSS-273’s proficiency in mission-essential tasks and increase readiness for the upcoming Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-27. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Isabella L. Renaud)

Photo by Cpl. Isabella Renaud

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort prepare the F-35B Lightning II aircraft known as BF-1 to be towed to its static display position at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, Aug. 27, 2025. The F-35B Lighting II aircraft, known as BF-1, was the first F-35B Lightning II variant ever built, ushering in a new era for Marine Corps Aviation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

U.S. Marines with Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort prepare the F-35B Lightning II aircraft known as BF-1 to be towed to its static display position at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, Aug. 27, 2025. The F-35B Lighting II aircraft, known as BF-1, was the first F-35B Lightning II variant ever built, ushering in a new era for Marine Corps Aviation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

Photo by Cpl. Isabella Renaud

A U.S. Marine Corps heavy-lift Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion helicopter with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, off-loads a F-35B Lightning II after a long-range external lift operation at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Aug. 27, 2025. The F-35B Lighting II aircraft, known as BF-1, was the first F-35B Lightning II variant ever built, ushering in a new era for Marine Corps Aviation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

A U.S. Marine Corps heavy-lift Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion helicopter with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 461, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, off-loads a F-35B Lightning II after a long-range external lift operation at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Aug. 27, 2025. The F-35B Lighting II aircraft, known as BF-1, was the first F-35B Lightning II variant ever built, ushering in a new era for Marine Corps Aviation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud

Tri-command community patrons attend a yoga class at Semper Fit Laurel Bay Center, Laurel Bay Military Housing, South Carolina, March 19, 2024. Yoga is offered as a weekly class by Semper Fit Laurel Bay Center to authorized patrons. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Delilah M. Romayor)

Tri-command community patrons attend a yoga class at Semper Fit Laurel Bay Center, Laurel Bay Military Housing, South Carolina, March 19, 2024. Yoga is offered as a weekly class by Semper Fit Laurel Bay Center to authorized patrons. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Delilah M. Romayor)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Delilah Romayor

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Team, the Blue Angels, perform aerobatic maneuvers for spectators at the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to the country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mason Coots)

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Team, the Blue Angels, perform aerobatic maneuvers for spectators at the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to the country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Mason Coots)

Photo by Cpl. Mason Coots

A pyrotechnic display is triggered by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians and Marine Air-Ground Task Force Demonstration Team during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Delilah M. Romayor)

A pyrotechnic display is triggered by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians and Marine Air-Ground Task Force Demonstration Team during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Delilah M. Romayor)

Photo by Cpl. Delilah Romayor

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Matthew “Tiny” Johnson, F-35B pilot, Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing demonstrates the F-35B Lightning II’s capabilities during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The F-35B demo showcases the professional qualities that the Marine Corps develops in the people who fly, maintain, and support these fifth-generation aircraft. MCAS Beaufort hosts the air show to bring the community together and demonstrate U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Aviation Combat Element and Marine Air-Ground Task Force capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Delilah M. Romayor)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Matthew “Tiny” Johnson, F-35B pilot, Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501, Marine Aircraft Group 31, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing demonstrates the F-35B Lightning II’s capabilities during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The F-35B demo showcases the professional qualities that the Marine Corps develops in the people who fly, maintain, and support these fifth-generation aircraft. MCAS Beaufort hosts the air show to bring the community together and demonstrate U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Aviation Combat Element and Marine Air-Ground Task Force capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Delilah M. Romayor)

Photo by Cpl. Delilah Romayor

U.S. Army soldiers with the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team egress from the sky during the 2025 Beaufort Air Show at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The demonstration team excels under pressure performing for excited audiences at some of the largest festivals, airshows, and sporting events around the country. The team consists of twenty-six Soldiers and showcases the benefits of Army service with people everywhere through the sport of skydiving. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sean LeClaire)

U.S. Army soldiers with the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team egress from the sky during the 2025 Beaufort Air Show at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The demonstration team excels under pressure performing for excited audiences at some of the largest festivals, airshows, and sporting events around the country. The team consists of twenty-six Soldiers and showcases the benefits of Army service with people everywhere through the sport of skydiving. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sean LeClaire)

Photo by Cpl. Sean LeClaire

MCAS Beaufort 2025 Air Show opened with the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team egressing from the sky, the Parris Island Band, and U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort color guard at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. Thousands of spectators travel to the Lowcountry to watch the air show, experience local food, and see aerial performances by military and civilian aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

MCAS Beaufort 2025 Air Show opened with the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team egressing from the sky, the Parris Island Band, and U.S. Marines with the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort color guard at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. Thousands of spectators travel to the Lowcountry to watch the air show, experience local food, and see aerial performances by military and civilian aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud

A pyrotechnic display, is triggered behind the Blue Angels aircraft number 6 by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians and Marine Air-Ground Task Force Demonstration Team during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

A pyrotechnic display, is triggered behind the Blue Angels aircraft number 6 by Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians and Marine Air-Ground Task Force Demonstration Team during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Team, the Blue Angels, prepare to perform aerobatic maneuvers for spectators at the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to the country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

The U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Team, the Blue Angels, prepare to perform aerobatic maneuvers for spectators at the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the pride and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps by inspiring a culture of excellence and service to the country through flight demonstrations and community outreach. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isabella Renaud

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Brian Hodgson, airframes Staff Noncommissioned Officer in Charge, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, takes part in a Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire)

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Brian Hodgson, airframes Staff Noncommissioned Officer in Charge, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, takes part in a Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire

The Marine Air-Ground Task Force Demonstration Team displays the coordinated use of close air support and infantry forces during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire)

The Marine Air-Ground Task Force Demonstration Team displays the coordinated use of close air support and infantry forces during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Jeremy Haney, pilot, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, maneuvers a MV-22 Osprey as part of a Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration, during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Jeremy Haney, pilot, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 365, Marine Aircraft Group 26, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, maneuvers a MV-22 Osprey as part of a Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration, during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 13, 2025. The MAGTF is combined of four elements—Command Element, Ground Combat Element, Aviation Combat Element and Logistics Combat Element—that work seamlessly together. Within days, a MAGTF can be anywhere in the world and arrive ready to accomplish its mission. The MAGTF is the ideal rapid response team, able to quickly answer the call of duty, whatever it may be, wherever it may take them. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kayla LeClaire

Samuel Benjamin Hollis, U.S. Army retired, receives the Golden Knights wooden baton during the 2025 Beaufort Air Show at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 2025. Hollis, a proud World War II veteran, is celebrating a remarkable milestone this year—his 100th birthday. Born in 1925 in the small town of Mayfield, Georgia, Samuel, affectionately known as “Bennie” in his youth, was drafted into the U.S. Armed Forces at just 17, shortly after graduating from high school. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney)

Samuel Benjamin Hollis, U.S. Army retired, receives the Golden Knights wooden baton during the 2025 Beaufort Air Show at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 2025. Hollis, a proud World War II veteran, is celebrating a remarkable milestone this year—his 100th birthday. Born in 1925 in the small town of Mayfield, Georgia, Samuel, affectionately known as “Bennie” in his youth, was drafted into the U.S. Armed Forces at just 17, shortly after graduating from high school. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney

Warbird Thunder Airshows, pilots of the SNJ North American Aviation aircraft, perform their routine during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 2025. The SNJ aircraft was used by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to train nearly every pilot for World War II and the Korean War before the Army Air Corps, and the U.S. Air Force designated them as the T-6 Texan aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney)

Warbird Thunder Airshows, pilots of the SNJ North American Aviation aircraft, perform their routine during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 2025. The SNJ aircraft was used by the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to train nearly every pilot for World War II and the Korean War before the Army Air Corps, and the U.S. Air Force designated them as the T-6 Texan aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney

The Devil Dog Squadron, flight crew for the World War II era B-25 bomber, The Devil Dog, greet the visitors during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 2025. The squadron is a volunteer organization of the Commemorative Air Force and has maintained the B-25 in representation of the Marine Corps adoption of left-over B-25 bombers that were then converted into the Marine Corps medium bomber known as the Patrol Bomber-J. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney)

The Devil Dog Squadron, flight crew for the World War II era B-25 bomber, The Devil Dog, greet the visitors during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 2025. The squadron is a volunteer organization of the Commemorative Air Force and has maintained the B-25 in representation of the Marine Corps adoption of left-over B-25 bombers that were then converted into the Marine Corps medium bomber known as the Patrol Bomber-J. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Julius Hackney

RJ Gritter, Decathlon pilot, performs his aerobatic routine during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 2025. Gritter earned a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering from North Carolina State University and his aircraft, a Decathlon, is an upgraded performance plane with inverted fuel systems, inverted oil systems, and nearly symmetrical wings that allow outside and inverted maneuvers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sean LeClaire)

RJ Gritter, Decathlon pilot, performs his aerobatic routine during the 2025 Beaufort Airshow at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, April 12, 2025. Gritter earned a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering from North Carolina State University and his aircraft, a Decathlon, is an upgraded performance plane with inverted fuel systems, inverted oil systems, and nearly symmetrical wings that allow outside and inverted maneuvers. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Sean LeClaire)

Photo by Cpl. Sean LeClaire

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