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An Italian Air Force KC-46 Pegasus carrying members of the Italian Air Force, takes off on the flightline at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Dec. 14, 2022. VMFAT-501 helped support the Italian Navy F-35B pilots and maintainers and assisted in the development of their organic F-35B training program that will be located at Amendola Air Base, Italy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Hernan Rodriguez)

An Italian Air Force KC-46 Pegasus carrying members of the Italian Air Force, takes off on the flightline at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Dec. 14, 2022. VMFAT-501 helped support the Italian Navy F-35B pilots and maintainers and assisted in the development of their organic F-35B training program that will be located at Amendola Air Base, Italy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Hernan Rodriguez)

Photo by Cpl. Hernan Rodriguez

Families and New Parent Support Program staff attend Play Morning in the new classroom at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Dec. 8, 2022. The New Parent Support Program offers services to families, such as their weekly Play Mornings, in-home visits and Baby Bootcamp classes, which helps parents build strong, healthy bonds with their children and allows them to form relationships with other families in the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

Families and New Parent Support Program staff attend Play Morning in the new classroom at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Dec. 8, 2022. The New Parent Support Program offers services to families, such as their weekly Play Mornings, in-home visits and Baby Bootcamp classes, which helps parents build strong, healthy bonds with their children and allows them to form relationships with other families in the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

Photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Brian Vaught and Lt. Cmdr. Thomas Zimmerman, pilots for the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, arrive at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort in preparation for the upcoming show in April at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, Nov. 30, 2022. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the teamwork and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps through flight demonstrations and community outreach while inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Brian Vaught and Lt. Cmdr. Thomas Zimmerman, pilots for the U.S. Navy flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, arrive at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort in preparation for the upcoming show in April at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, Nov. 30, 2022. The mission of the Blue Angels is to showcase the teamwork and professionalism of the United States Navy and Marine Corps through flight demonstrations and community outreach while inspiring a culture of excellence and service to country. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island win the 2022 Firefest Grand Champion Award at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Oct. 7, 2022. Fire Fest hosted the competition for Marines to compete for personal prizes, unit funds and to improve camaraderie between the different commands. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kyle Baskin)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island win the 2022 Firefest Grand Champion Award at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Oct. 7, 2022. Fire Fest hosted the competition for Marines to compete for personal prizes, unit funds and to improve camaraderie between the different commands. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kyle Baskin)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kyle Baskin

Martina Williams, Family Advocacy Program Victim Advocate, hands U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Lillie Serena, embark specialist, Marine Aircraft Group 31, pamphlets with community resources during the Paws Against Domestic Violence Walk at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Oct. 13, 2022. The walk was held to show support and spread awareness of domestic violence prevention and resources on base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

Martina Williams, Family Advocacy Program Victim Advocate, hands U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Lillie Serena, embark specialist, Marine Aircraft Group 31, pamphlets with community resources during the Paws Against Domestic Violence Walk at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, Oct. 13, 2022. The walk was held to show support and spread awareness of domestic violence prevention and resources on base. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

Photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, and civilians sort through ammunition during an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) Burn Range at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, Oct. 20, 2022. EOD burned the ammunition to keep up with their training and readiness standards. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, and civilians sort through ammunition during an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) Burn Range at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina, Oct. 20, 2022. EOD burned the ammunition to keep up with their training and readiness standards. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier

U.S. Marines, Sailors and civilians stand for the National Anthem at the 66th Annual Beaufort Water Festival in downtown Beaufort, S.C., July 15, 2022. The Beaufort Water Festival is an annual event that brings the locals together to celebrate the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Aidan Parker)

U.S. Marines, Sailors and civilians stand for the National Anthem at the 66th Annual Beaufort Water Festival in downtown Beaufort, S.C., July 15, 2022. The Beaufort Water Festival is an annual event that brings the locals together to celebrate the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Aidan Parker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Parker

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cody Schultz, the Chief Trainer for Military Working Dog (MWD) handling at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, S.C., demonstrates the capabilities of their MWDs July 14, 2022 at MCAS Beaufort. MWDs and their handlers mission is to ensure the safety of MCAS Beaufort with capabilities such as locating drugs and explosives, as well as taking down suspects when necessary. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isaac Jones)

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Cody Schultz, the Chief Trainer for Military Working Dog (MWD) handling at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, S.C., demonstrates the capabilities of their MWDs July 14, 2022 at MCAS Beaufort. MWDs and their handlers mission is to ensure the safety of MCAS Beaufort with capabilities such as locating drugs and explosives, as well as taking down suspects when necessary. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Isaac Jones)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Isaac Jones

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U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Koua Thao, inbound non-commissioned officer in charge, Installation Personnel Administration Center, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS), Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, plots a set of coordinates during a land navigation competition at MCAS Beaufort, S.C., June 29, 2022. H&HS held the competition as the first event for the Summer Showdown Challenge to test Marines practical knowledge of Marine Corps basic skills. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

ARE WE THERE YET? U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Koua Thao, inbound non-commissioned officer in charge, Installation Personnel Administration Center, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS), Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, plots a set of coordinates during a land navigation competition at MCAS Beaufort, S.C., June 29, 2022. H&HS held the competition as the first event for the Summer Showdown Challenge to test Marines practical knowledge of Marine Corps basic skills. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

Photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS) stand together during the Freedom Family Fair at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, July 1, 2022. H&HS provided food, games and information about community resources to the squadron ahead of the Independence Day weekend. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron (H&HS) stand together during the Freedom Family Fair at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, July 1, 2022. H&HS provided food, games and information about community resources to the squadron ahead of the Independence Day weekend. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

Photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell

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A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to commemorate the opening of Hangar 3090 at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C. on July 7, 2022. Hangar 3090 will be the new home of Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501 and set the standard for future F-35B squadrons at MCAS Beaufort. (U.S. Marine Corps Video By Cpl. Aidan Parker)

A ribbon cutting ceremony was held to commemorate the opening of Hangar 3090 at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C. on July 7, 2022. Hangar 3090 will be the new home of Marine Fighter Attack Training Squadron 501 and set the standard for future F-35B squadrons at MCAS Beaufort. (U.S. Marine Corps Video By Cpl. Aidan Parker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Parker

Dr. Lawrence Rowland leads a lecture on the history of Beaufort, South Carolina for U.S. Marines at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C., June 23, 2022. Rowland is the author of numerous articles and books on Beaufort, South Carolina and Sea Island history. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Brookins)

Dr. Lawrence Rowland leads a lecture on the history of Beaufort, South Carolina for U.S. Marines at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C., June 23, 2022. Rowland is the author of numerous articles and books on Beaufort, South Carolina and Sea Island history. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Brookins)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Brookins

The USMC Rugby Team gathers for a group photo at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, June 21, 2022. The USMC Rugby Team is one of the many teams from the Marine Corps Sports Programs, which enables exceptional Marine athletes to compete and play sports they are passionate about and enhance the fitness and resilience of Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

The USMC Rugby Team gathers for a group photo at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, June 21, 2022. The USMC Rugby Team is one of the many teams from the Marine Corps Sports Programs, which enables exceptional Marine athletes to compete and play sports they are passionate about and enhance the fitness and resilience of Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier

U.S. Marine Corps joint terminal attack controllers run drills to enhance their skills and increase proficiency at Townsend Bombing Range (TBR), June 15, 2022. TBR is the East Coast’s premier air-to-ground training range. It provides the nation’s aircrews access to world-class training, which is critical to maintain a strong national defense in a world of ever-changing opponents, battlegrounds, and technologies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Brookins)

U.S. Marine Corps joint terminal attack controllers run drills to enhance their skills and increase proficiency at Townsend Bombing Range (TBR), June 15, 2022. TBR is the East Coast’s premier air-to-ground training range. It provides the nation’s aircrews access to world-class training, which is critical to maintain a strong national defense in a world of ever-changing opponents, battlegrounds, and technologies. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Brookins)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Kevin Brookins

A spectator salutes the colors during the Memorial Day Ceremony and parade in Beaufort, South Carolina, May 30, 2022. Memorial Day is a day to honor all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Hernan Rodriguez)

A spectator salutes the colors during the Memorial Day Ceremony and parade in Beaufort, South Carolina, May 30, 2022. Memorial Day is a day to honor all the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their country. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Hernan Rodriguez)

Photo by Cpl. Hernan Rodriguez

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, South Carolina train with local law enforcement on new and relevant tactics to render unexploded ordnance safe 24 May, 2022 at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina. The purpose of this training was to enhance the interoperability of each section, fostering a better workflow between the agencies in future operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Aidan Parker)

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, South Carolina train with local law enforcement on new and relevant tactics to render unexploded ordnance safe 24 May, 2022 at MCAS Beaufort, South Carolina. The purpose of this training was to enhance the interoperability of each section, fostering a better workflow between the agencies in future operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Aidan Parker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Parker

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Benjamin Fiala, commanding officer, Headquarter and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, gives a debrief during Exercise STRATMOBEX on MCAS Beaufort, May 19, 2022. STRATMOBEX allowed key personnel to practice their role in evacuating and manning the air station in cases of extreme weather. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Benjamin Fiala, commanding officer, Headquarter and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Beaufort, gives a debrief during Exercise STRATMOBEX on MCAS Beaufort, May 19, 2022. STRATMOBEX allowed key personnel to practice their role in evacuating and manning the air station in cases of extreme weather. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell)

Photo by Sgt. Cheyeanne Campbell

Members of the SC MBTF met to engage on initiatives to enhance the value of military installations and facilities as well as the quality of life for military personnel in South Carolina at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, May 17, 2022. This is the first SC MBTF meeting hosted by MCAS Beaufort, allowing the council to tour Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 501 to better understand how they function as the East Coast's only Marine Corps Fleet Replacement Squadron for the F-35B Lightning II platform. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Parker)

Members of the SC MBTF met to engage on initiatives to enhance the value of military installations and facilities as well as the quality of life for military personnel in South Carolina at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, May 17, 2022. This is the first SC MBTF meeting hosted by MCAS Beaufort, allowing the council to tour Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 501 to better understand how they function as the East Coast's only Marine Corps Fleet Replacement Squadron for the F-35B Lightning II platform. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Aidan Parker)

Photo by Cpl. Aidan Parker

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Timothy M. Miller, right, outgoing commanding officer, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 115, passes the squadron colors to Lt. Col. Shannon M. Waller, left, oncoming commanding officer, during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, May 5, 2022. During the ceremony, the outgoing commander passes the squadron’s colors to the incoming commander, symbolizing the transfer of authority, responsibility, and total commitment to all the Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Timothy M. Miller, right, outgoing commanding officer, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 115, passes the squadron colors to Lt. Col. Shannon M. Waller, left, oncoming commanding officer, during a change of command ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, May 5, 2022. During the ceremony, the outgoing commander passes the squadron’s colors to the incoming commander, symbolizing the transfer of authority, responsibility, and total commitment to all the Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Nathan Saucier

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