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U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa carry a simulated casualty back to safety during an alert force drill at Naval Station Rota, Spain, Oct. 20, 2016. The purpose of the drill was to rehearse and assess the SPMAGTF’s ability to integrate elements and respond to a time-sensitive crisis. SPMAGTF-CR-AF is designed to provide contingency support to U.S. Africa Command, including tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, embassy reinforcement, support to noncombatant evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa carry a simulated casualty back to safety during an alert force drill at Naval Station Rota, Spain, Oct. 20, 2016. The purpose of the drill was to rehearse and assess the SPMAGTF’s ability to integrate elements and respond to a time-sensitive crisis. SPMAGTF-CR-AF is designed to provide contingency support to U.S. Africa Command, including tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, embassy reinforcement, support to noncombatant evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

Photo by Sgt. Jessika Braden

First Lieutenant Khalif I. Yisrael, a platoon commander assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, briefs the scheme of maneuver during an alert force drill at Air Base Morón, Spain, Oct. 20, 2016. The purpose of the drill was to rehearse and assess the SPMAGTF’s ability to integrate elements and respond to a time-sensitive crisis. SPMAGTF-CR-AF is designed to provide contingency support to U.S. Africa Command, including tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, embassy reinforcement, support to noncombatant evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

First Lieutenant Khalif I. Yisrael, a platoon commander assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, briefs the scheme of maneuver during an alert force drill at Air Base Morón, Spain, Oct. 20, 2016. The purpose of the drill was to rehearse and assess the SPMAGTF’s ability to integrate elements and respond to a time-sensitive crisis. SPMAGTF-CR-AF is designed to provide contingency support to U.S. Africa Command, including tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, embassy reinforcement, support to noncombatant evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

Photo by Sgt. Jessika Braden

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa prepare to board an MV-22B Osprey during an alert force drill at Morón Air Base, Spain, Oct. 20, 2016. The purpose of the rehearsal was to assess the unit's ability to integrate its elements and respond to various conditions in a time-constrained crisis. SPMAGTF-CR-AF is designed to provide contingency support to U.S. Africa Command, including tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, embassy reinforcement, support to noncombatant evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

U.S. Marines assigned to Special Purpose Marine Air Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa prepare to board an MV-22B Osprey during an alert force drill at Morón Air Base, Spain, Oct. 20, 2016. The purpose of the rehearsal was to assess the unit's ability to integrate its elements and respond to various conditions in a time-constrained crisis. SPMAGTF-CR-AF is designed to provide contingency support to U.S. Africa Command, including tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel, embassy reinforcement, support to noncombatant evacuation operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

Photo by Sgt. Jessika Braden

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One refuels during a mission in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Oct. 20, 2016. The aerial refuel was part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22 B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One refuels during a mission in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Oct. 20, 2016. The aerial refuel was part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Danny Gonzalez

U.S. Marines and Airmen work together to properly secure the M-88A2 HERCULES and pallets in the C-17 Globemaster III at March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. Marines and Airmen checked all chains and pallets before flying to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif.

U.S. Marines and Airmen work together to properly secure the M-88A2 HERCULES and pallets in the C-17 Globemaster III at March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. Marines and Airmen checked all chains and pallets before flying to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Austin Mealy

U.S. Marines and Airmen wait on a M-88A2 HERCULES for the C-17 Globemaster III’s aircrew to guide them aboard the aircraft at March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. The C-17’s loadmasters are checking that the plywood shoring is properly placed to ensure the aircraft will not be damaged in the loading process.

U.S. Marines and Airmen wait on a M-88A2 HERCULES for the C-17 Globemaster III’s aircrew to guide them aboard the aircraft at March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. The C-17’s loadmasters are checking that the plywood shoring is properly placed to ensure the aircraft will not be damaged in the loading process.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Austin Mealy

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Regiment 15 secure the M-88A2 for transportation from Camp Pendleton, Calif., to March Air Force Reserve Base, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016. The M-88A2 HERCULESwill be airlifted from March AFB to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif.

U.S. Marines with Combat Logistics Regiment 15 secure the M-88A2 for transportation from Camp Pendleton, Calif., to March Air Force Reserve Base, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016. The M-88A2 HERCULESwill be airlifted from March AFB to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Austin Mealy

U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Regiment 15 properly place pallets, filled with the M-88A2’s armored side skirts and front winch at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016. The pieces were removed from the M-88A2 HERCULES to the reduce risk of parts coming loose and causing a safety hazard during the flight to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif.

U.S. Marines from Combat Logistics Regiment 15 properly place pallets, filled with the M-88A2’s armored side skirts and front winch at Camp Pendleton, Calif., Oct. 3, 2016. The pieces were removed from the M-88A2 HERCULES to the reduce risk of parts coming loose and causing a safety hazard during the flight to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Austin Mealy

U.S. Marines and Airmen work hand-in-hand to load a pallet, filled with an M-88A2 HERCULES’ armored side skirts and front winch aboard the C-17 Globemaster III at March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. The C-17 flew to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., to deliver the M-88A2 recovery vehicle for use by Combat Logistics Company 13.

U.S. Marines and Airmen work hand-in-hand to load a pallet, filled with an M-88A2 HERCULES’ armored side skirts and front winch aboard the C-17 Globemaster III at March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. The C-17 flew to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., to deliver the M-88A2 recovery vehicle for use by Combat Logistics Company 13.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Austin Mealy

U.S. Marines and Airmen unload the M-88A2 HERCULES at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. Transporting the M-88A2 from March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., to Combat Logistics Company 13 in Twentynine Palms, helped the aircrew for the C-17 Globemaster III meet quarterly requirements.

U.S. Marines and Airmen unload the M-88A2 HERCULES at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. Transporting the M-88A2 from March Air Force Reserves Base, Calif., to Combat Logistics Company 13 in Twentynine Palms, helped the aircrew for the C-17 Globemaster III meet quarterly requirements.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Austin Mealy

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Bryson Leysath, Chief Warrant Officer 2 Robert Hallett and U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Geoffrey Gaeraths inspect pallets containing M-88A2 HERCULES equipment at March Air Force Reserve Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. Leysath, from Augusta, Ga., is an embarkation specialist with Combat Logistics Regiment 15, Hallett, from Mesa, Az., is a mobility officer with CLR 15 and Gaeraths, from Victorville, Calif., is a joint inspector with 452nd Logistics Readiness Squadron.

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Bryson Leysath, Chief Warrant Officer 2 Robert Hallett and U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Geoffrey Gaeraths inspect pallets containing M-88A2 HERCULES equipment at March Air Force Reserve Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. Leysath, from Augusta, Ga., is an embarkation specialist with Combat Logistics Regiment 15, Hallett, from Mesa, Az., is a mobility officer with CLR 15 and Gaeraths, from Victorville, Calif., is a joint inspector with 452nd Logistics Readiness Squadron.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Austin Mealy

U.S. Marines and Airmen conduct a joint-inspection of an M-88A2 HERCULES at March Air Force Reserve Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. The inspection is to ensure that the vehicle can safely be flown on the C-17 Globemaster III to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif. In the joint-inspection Marines and Airmen check the center of balance, hazardous material and cleanliness of the vehicle.

U.S. Marines and Airmen conduct a joint-inspection of an M-88A2 HERCULES at March Air Force Reserve Base, Calif., Oct. 14, 2016. The inspection is to ensure that the vehicle can safely be flown on the C-17 Globemaster III to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif. In the joint-inspection Marines and Airmen check the center of balance, hazardous material and cleanliness of the vehicle.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Austin Mealy

U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One prepare to land during FINEX 1 in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-17 at SELF, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Oct. 18, 2016. FINEX 1 was part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event, hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One prepare to land during FINEX 1 in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-17 at SELF, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., Oct. 18, 2016. FINEX 1 was part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event, hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Danny Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Donald Shrewsbury, a KC-130J Hercules representative with Marine Aviation Training System Site Iwakuni, directs a Japan Air Self-Defense Force aviation cadet with the 12th Flight Training Wing from JASDF Hōfu-kita Air Base while flying a KC-130J simulator during a Japanese officer engagement program at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 19, 2016. The engagement program aims to enhance the understanding and working relationships between U.S. and Japanese pilots.

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Donald Shrewsbury, a KC-130J Hercules representative with Marine Aviation Training System Site Iwakuni, directs a Japan Air Self-Defense Force aviation cadet with the 12th Flight Training Wing from JASDF Hōfu-kita Air Base while flying a KC-130J simulator during a Japanese officer engagement program at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 19, 2016. The engagement program aims to enhance the understanding and working relationships between U.S. and Japanese pilots.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Henson

Japan Air Self-Defense Force aviation cadets with the 12th Flight Training Wing from JASDF Hōfu-kita Air Base takes notes during a Japanese officer engagement program at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 19, 2016. During the visit, approximately 40 cadets toured the air station to see an F/A-18D Hornet assigned to Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 225 and a KC-130J Hercules belonging to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152. Cadets also took turns flying a KC-130J flight simulator and learned about Marine Aircraft Group 12 and the air station.

Japan Air Self-Defense Force aviation cadets with the 12th Flight Training Wing from JASDF Hōfu-kita Air Base takes notes during a Japanese officer engagement program at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 19, 2016. During the visit, approximately 40 cadets toured the air station to see an F/A-18D Hornet assigned to Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 225 and a KC-130J Hercules belonging to Marine Aerial Refueler Transport Squadron 152. Cadets also took turns flying a KC-130J flight simulator and learned about Marine Aircraft Group 12 and the air station.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Henson

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force aviation cadet with the 12th Flight Training Wing from JASDF Hōfu-kita Air Base sits in the pilot seat of a KC-130J Hercules during a Japanese officer engagement program at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 19, 2016. Visiting the air station provided the cadets with the opportunity to interact with U.S. Marines and gain a greater knowledge and understanding of their present condition in Japan. The engagement program aims to enhance the understanding and working relationships between U.S. and Japanese pilots.

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force aviation cadet with the 12th Flight Training Wing from JASDF Hōfu-kita Air Base sits in the pilot seat of a KC-130J Hercules during a Japanese officer engagement program at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 19, 2016. Visiting the air station provided the cadets with the opportunity to interact with U.S. Marines and gain a greater knowledge and understanding of their present condition in Japan. The engagement program aims to enhance the understanding and working relationships between U.S. and Japanese pilots.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Aaron Henson

U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One prepare to land during Assault Support Tactics 3 at Kiwanis Park, Yuma, Ariz., Oct. 14, 2016. This exercise was part of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-17, a seven week training event, hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One prepare to land during Assault Support Tactics 3 at Kiwanis Park, Yuma, Ariz., Oct. 14, 2016. This exercise was part of Weapons and Tactics Instructor course 1-17, a seven week training event, hosted by MAWTS-1 cadre, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Javon Thompson

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary A. Zimberg, helicopter crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing prepares to engage a target with a GAU-17/A gatling gun during an offensive air support exercise at Chocolate Mountain Aerial Gunnery Range, Calif., Sept. 28, 2016. This exercise was a part of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17, a seven week training event, hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary A. Zimberg, helicopter crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing prepares to engage a target with a GAU-17/A gatling gun during an offensive air support exercise at Chocolate Mountain Aerial Gunnery Range, Calif., Sept. 28, 2016. This exercise was a part of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17, a seven week training event, hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre, which emphasizes operational integration of the six functions of Marine Corps aviation in support of a Marine Air Ground Task Force. MAWTS-1 provides standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine Aviation Training and Readiness and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.

Photo by Cpl. AaronJames Vinculado

An MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 266, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, prepares to land on the deck of the Spanish amphibious assault ship Juan Carlos I in the Gulf of Cadiz, Spain, Sept. 14, 2016. SPMAGTF-CR-AF Marines conducted deck landing qualifications aboard the Juan Carlos I to further enhance bilateral cooperation and interoperability between the U.S. and Spain.

An MV-22 Osprey from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 266, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, prepares to land on the deck of the Spanish amphibious assault ship Juan Carlos I in the Gulf of Cadiz, Spain, Sept. 14, 2016. SPMAGTF-CR-AF Marines conducted deck landing qualifications aboard the Juan Carlos I to further enhance bilateral cooperation and interoperability between the U.S. and Spain.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Tia Nagle

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Chad Tompkins Jr., a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 266, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, observes out back of an MV-22B Osprey during deck landing qualifications aboard Spanish amphibious assault ship Juan Carlos I in the Gulf of Cadiz, Spain, Sept. 14, 2016. SPMAGTF-CR-AF Marines conducted deck landing qualifications aboard the Juan Carlos I to further enhance bilateral cooperation and interoperability between the U.S. and Spain.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Chad Tompkins Jr., a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 266, Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force-Crisis Response-Africa, observes out back of an MV-22B Osprey during deck landing qualifications aboard Spanish amphibious assault ship Juan Carlos I in the Gulf of Cadiz, Spain, Sept. 14, 2016. SPMAGTF-CR-AF Marines conducted deck landing qualifications aboard the Juan Carlos I to further enhance bilateral cooperation and interoperability between the U.S. and Spain.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Tia Nagle