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Air Force 82nd ERQS participates in Exercise Bull Shark 24-2

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Story by Senior Airman Olivia Gibson, 406th Air Expeditionary Wing U.S. Air Force 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron collaborated with other U.S. forces, Djiboutian military forces and additional partners during Exercise Bull Shark 24-2 on May 5-6, 2024, on and off the coast of Djibouti. During the semi-annual exercise, which focuses on strengthening partnerships and reinforcing Leer másAir Force 82nd ERQS participates in Exercise Bull Shark 24-2[…]

NAVAIR FRCE receives the 2024 SECNAV Environmental Award

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MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. — The Office of the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) recently recognized Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) for its continued commitment to environmental stewardship, awarding the command the 2024 Secretary of the Navy Environmental Award for Sustainability in the Industrial Installation category. SECNAV Environmental Awards recognize installations, teams Leer másNAVAIR FRCE receives the 2024 SECNAV Environmental Award[…]

Alaska Army NG and Marine Corps enhance weapons and tactics

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Story by Belinda O’Neal, Alaska National Guard MARINE CORPS AIR STATION YUMA, Ariz. — Aviators from the Alaska Army National Guard graduated from the Marine Corps Weapons and Tactics Instructor course April 22, marking a significant moment in the evolution of Army-wide aviation readiness. The Alaska Guard’s participation marks the first time a conventional (not special forces) Leer másAlaska Army NG and Marine Corps enhance weapons and tactics[…]

MV-22B from VMM-268 prepares for MRF-D deployment

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Story by 1st Lt. Hannah Venables, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing MARINE CORPS AIR STATION KANEOHE BAY – U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tiltrotors from Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 268, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), departed yesterday from Marine Corps Base Hawaii for Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in preparation for Leer másMV-22B from VMM-268 prepares for MRF-D deployment[…]

SIEPU, the next US Marines Bell H-1 helicopter upgrade

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AMARILLO, Texas – The Bell H-1 platform will receive a Structural Improvement Electrical Power Upgrade (SIEPU) to optimize the aircraft to improve mission capabilities, aircrew safety, and interoperability by increasing the electrical power capacity and support the integration of additional cabin capabilities. The first unit, an AH-1Z Viper, has arrived at Bell Amarillo Assembly Center to Leer másSIEPU, the next US Marines Bell H-1 helicopter upgrade[…]

MV-22B Osprey tiltrotors begin reintegration with 15th MEU

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Story by Capt. Brian Tuthill, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. – The 15th MEU began MV-22B Osprey reintegration training March 21, 2024, transporting a platoon of Marines across Camp Pendleton to regain proficiencies in foundational skills for pilots and infantry Marines. The training was conducted at two sites and involved Leer másMV-22B Osprey tiltrotors begin reintegration with 15th MEU[…]

Honda Airways purchases its first Bell 505 in Japan

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Singapore (March 12, 2024) — Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced the delivery of a Bell 505 helicopter to Honda Airways in Japan. Honda Airways, a subsidiary of Honda Motors, was established in 1964 by Souichiro Honda, the legendary founder of Honda Motors. Today, Honda Airways offers scenic flights using light aircraft and helicopters, Leer másHonda Airways purchases its first Bell 505 in Japan[…]

1st Marine Aircraft Wing MV-22 tiltrotor return to air

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Story by Maj. Roberto Martins, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing OKINAWA, Japan. March 14, 2024 – The 1st Marine Aircraft Wing (1st MAW) has returned its MV-22 Osprey tiltrotor units to flight status on March 14, as the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) has deemed the aircraft safe to fly based on a meticulous and data-driven Leer más1st Marine Aircraft Wing MV-22 tiltrotor return to air[…]

Navy announces CMV-22B Osprey tiltrotor return to flight status

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March 8, 2024 — The U.S. Navy returned its CMV-22B Osprey fleet to flight status March 8, 2024, following NAVAIR’s announcement that issued clearance for the V-22 Osprey to fly. The Navy is implementing a deliberate, multi-phased, conditions-based approach that will prioritize safety during the CMV-22B Osprey return to flight. Starting immediately, Fleet Logistics Multi-Mission Leer másNavy announces CMV-22B Osprey tiltrotor return to flight status[…]

NAVAIR returns the V-22 Osprey tiltrotor to flight status

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Naval Air System, PAX River. — NAVAIR returns the V-22 Osprey tiltrotor to flight, this status is effective from March 8, 2024 at 7 a.m. EST. Naval Air Systems Command is issuing the flight clearance for the V-22 Osprey that lifting its grounding status. This decision follows a meticulous and data-driven approach prioritizing the safety Leer másNAVAIR returns the V-22 Osprey tiltrotor to flight status[…]

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