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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

A CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One lands during Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Yuma Proving Ground, Ariz., Sept. 27, 2016. This exercise was part of WTI 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.

A CH-53E Super Stallion assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One lands during Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Yuma Proving Ground, Ariz., Sept. 27, 2016. This exercise was part of WTI 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 Lance Cpl. Danny Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Anthony Goodwater, a combat engineer with Marine Wing Support Detachment 31 breaks down concrete using a sledgehammer as part of an airfield damage repair practical application exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors course 1-17 at Cannon Air Defense Complex Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 24, 2016. WTI is 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 Master Sgt. Anthony Goodwater, a combat engineer with Marine Wing Support Detachment 31 breaks down concrete using a sledgehammer as part of an airfield damage repair practical application exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors course 1-17 at Cannon Air Defense Complex Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 24, 2016. WTI is 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. Andrew Huff

A U.S. Navy Blue Angels crew member renders his salute to a Blue Angels pilot before takeoff during the 2016 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24, 2016. The MCAS Miramar Air Show honors 100 years of the Marine Corps Reserves by showcasing aerial prowess of the Armed Forces and their appreciation of the civilian community’s support to the troops.

A U.S. Navy Blue Angels crew member renders his salute to a Blue Angels pilot before takeoff during the 2016 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24, 2016. The MCAS Miramar Air Show honors 100 years of the Marine Corps Reserves by showcasing aerial prowess of the Armed Forces and their appreciation of the civilian community’s support to the troops.

Photo by Cpl. Jessica Lucio

The Blue Angels perform aerobatic maneuvers during the 2016 MCAS Miramar Air Show at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24. The Blue Angels have been performing since 1946 and are celebrating their 70th anniversary this year. The MCAS Miramar Air Show showcases world-class performers, military flight demonstration teams, the capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and celebrates Miramar’s longstanding relationship with the local San Diego community.

The Blue Angels perform aerobatic maneuvers during the 2016 MCAS Miramar Air Show at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24. The Blue Angels have been performing since 1946 and are celebrating their 70th anniversary this year. The MCAS Miramar Air Show showcases world-class performers, military flight demonstration teams, the capabilities of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and celebrates Miramar’s longstanding relationship with the local San Diego community.

Photo by Sgt. Keenan Zelazoski

U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform aerobic maneuvers during the 2016 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24, 2016. The MCAS Miramar Air Show honors 100 years of the Marine Corps Reserves by showcasing aerial prowess of the Armed Forces and their appreciation of the civilian community’s support to the troops.

U.S. Navy Blue Angels perform aerobic maneuvers during the 2016 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24, 2016. The MCAS Miramar Air Show honors 100 years of the Marine Corps Reserves by showcasing aerial prowess of the Armed Forces and their appreciation of the civilian community’s support to the troops.

Photo by CPL. JESSICA LUCIO

The Breitling Jet Team fly in synchronized formation during the 2016 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24, 2016. The MCAS Miramar Air Show honors 100 years of the Marine Corps Reserves by showcasing aerial prowess of the Armed Forces and their appreciation of civilian community’s support to the troops.

The Breitling Jet Team fly in synchronized formation during the 2016 Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Air Show at MCAS Miramar, Calif., Sept. 24, 2016. The MCAS Miramar Air Show honors 100 years of the Marine Corps Reserves by showcasing aerial prowess of the Armed Forces and their appreciation of civilian community’s support to the troops.

Photo by Sgt. Tia Dufour

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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 Staff Sgt. Artur Shvartsberg

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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 Staff Sgt. Artur Shvartsberg

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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 Staff Sgt. Artur Shvartsberg

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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 Staff Sgt. Artur Shvartsberg

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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 Staff Sgt. Artur Shvartsberg

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct the first ever hot load on the F-35B Lightning II in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 1-17 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., Sept. 22, 2016. The exercise is part of WTI 1-17, a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One cadre. MAWTS-1 provides standardized 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 Staff Sgt. Artur Shvartsberg