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Religious Program Specialist 2nd Class Kregel says goodbye to MCAS Beaufort
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Snow or shine: HMLA-269 Marines take to the frigid skies
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Honor. Courage. Commitment. Fightertown’s CO puts emphasis on core values
Photo by Lance Cpl. Ashley Phillips
Col. Peter D. Buck speaks to noncommissioned officers about his command philosophy focusing on core values and Warrior Ethos during a Corporals Course graduation aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, March 14. Buck took the opportunity to remind the Marines of their role as noncommissioned officers and reemphasize his command philosophy in particular detrimental behavior that would break the special trust and confidence bestow upon them when they first receive the Eagle, Globe and Anchor emblem. Buck is the commanding officer of MCAS Beaufort. Stor y by: Staff Sgt. Dengrier M. Baez Public Affairs Chief
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he Marine Corps has faced its share of challenges since it was created in 1775. Whether in combat or in garrison, Marines have tackled those obstacles head on. As the institution faces recent adversity, brought upon by a few individuals with
a skewed moral compass, the commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort reemphasizes his command philosophy to Marines aboard the air station. Shortly after taking command of the air station in 2014, Col. Peter D. Buck issued his philosophy, a framework of behavioral values and expectations designed to guide Marines under his
charge to make ethically and morally sound decisions. “My command philosophy is built on a strong foundation,” said Buck. “When you read, consider, and think about the elements of the philosophy, you will understand the simple but sound logic behind it. The philosophy’s foundation or starting point is our core values of honor, courage and commitment.”
The philosophy is built on the 3-66 Warrior Ethos and is focused on the Marine Corps’ three core values and their flow into six habits of thought, and six habits of action. The premise is that all things start with your core values.
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Air station Marines give back to community Story and photos by: Lance Cpl. Ashley Phillips Staff Writer
Marines volunteered at the Mini Marines program aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, March 11. The family event was organized by Marine Corps Community Services South Carolina to build camaraderie amongst and promote a family atmosphere for the military children aboard the air station. “I am utterly impressed by all the Marines that are out here to volunteer for the families of air station; it is really awesome to see,” said Lt. Col. Michael P. Brennan, the commanding officer of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 122. “It shows that these Marines realize they are a part of an organization that is bigger than them. It makes me proud to be a Marine.” Mini Marines is held quarterly by MCCS-South Carolina. The children were split into different platoons and given different colored hankerchiefs to identify their group. Each platoon was led by two Marine volunteers and cycled through different activity sta-
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Children learn Marine Corps Martial Arts during a Mini Marines event aboard Marine Corps Air Station, March 11. The two-hour event was held for children of Marines to give them a small taste into the lives of their parents by participating in MCMAP, a modified Combat Fitness Test and other Marine Corps Activities. Mini Marines is hosted by Marine Corps Community Services South Carolina annually. Marines who volunteered at the event are stationed aboard MCAS Beaufort.
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Roman Catholic • 9:30 a.m. - Sunday Mass • Confession takes place before Mass • Confession Monday - Thursday at noon Protestant • 9:45 a.m. - Protestant Church School (Sunday School) • 11 a.m. - Protestant Sunday Worship Service (Children’s church is also available at this time) • 5 p.m. - Wednesday Protestant Bible Study • 9:30 a.m. - Sunday Mass Buddhist • 11 a.m. - Saturday Worship Service in the Chapel Fellowship Hall Other Faith Groups • For Jewish, Mormon and Islamic support, contact the Chaplain’s Office at 228-7775
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HAPPENINGS n The Tax Center is scheduled to open Feb. 1, 2017 and close on April 18, 2017. Hours of operation Monday-Friday 08:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Location172 Santo Domingo St. Parris Island, SC 29905 The Tax Center will be setting up appointments via phone and will accept walk-ins schedule permitting. For any questions as to the services the center will be providing, and to schedule an appointment, please contact any of the following numbers. (843)228-1112 Sgt. Owen (843)228-1126 Sgt. Dobbins (843)228-1119 Cpl. Blaylock (843)228-1125 Cpl. Copeland (843)228-1118 LCpl. Saldana
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For any questions prior to Feb. 1 call between 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m Thursdays and Fridays. The Marines listed above can be contacted via email for questions as well. Tax Center Fax Machine (843) 228-1114. n The Officers’ Spouses Club aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort are offering merit-based school scholarships. The club will award a minimum of $5,000 in scholarships this year. Each scholarship winner will recieve a minimum of $1,000. Each applicant’s scholastic achievement, character, school and
community service, extra-curricular activities, and plans for his or her degree will be considered in the selection process. Contact the MCAS Officers’ Spouses’ Club for application details. n The photocopying of U.S. Government identification cards is a violation of Title 18, U.S. Code Part 1, Chapter 33, Section 701 and punishable by fine and imprisonment. n If you have lost something and are looking for it, please contact the Lost and Found Custodian at 843-228-6335 Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Protect What We’ve All Earned in Cyberspace Courtesy Story by: Office of the Staff Judge Advocate
In response to the recent revelations with regard to the online conduct of active duty service members and veterans, the following guidance and reminders pertaining to posting online are provided by the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate. Marines are responsible for all content they publish on social networking sites. Therefore, we need to be thoughtful about the material we post online, especially since the lines between personal and professional life often blur in cyberspace. We are Marines 24/7, whether in formation or on Facebook, and anything we post online is a direct representation of ourselves, our unit, and the uniform we all proudly wear. Malicious and even careless posting online can harm more than the subject of the post. There are serious consequences that can affect both your military and post-military career. Violation of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), Article 120c. The distribution of photography or any recording of the private area of another person, without that other person’s consent while that person has the reasonable expectation of privacy comes with a maximum punishment of a dishonorable discharge, seven years confinement, and forfeiture of all pay and allowances. In most states you will also be required to register as a sex offender. Violation of the UCMJ, Article 92. Marine Corps Order (MCO) 1000.9A makes sexual harassment a crime that comes with a maximum punishment of a dishonorable discharge, two years confinement and forfeiture of all pay and allowances. Online commentary on lewd photos of fellow Marines can interfere with that Marine’s work performance. It will also create a hostile or offensive work environment. As a Marine, you are expected to conduct yourself in a professional manner at
all times and treat others with dignity and respect. Violation of 5 U.S.C. § 552, Privacy Act. Additionally, it is a crime to post personal identifiable information about other Marines online. For example, if a Marine has access to a roster and uses that information to post the names, ranks, units, or contact info of another Marine online, then the poster has not only committed a criminal act, he has also breeched the trust the Marine Corps placed in him. This criminal breach can be punished by a court-martial or a federal court with a maximum fine of $5,000. Failure to Report an Offense. Both MCO 1000.9A and Navy Regulation 1137 require members of the naval service to report all offenses that they personally observe as soon as possible. Standing by is not an option! We have a duty to protect the Marines with whom we serve. We all have a duty to report the above violations whether we see them online or in the workplace. Failure to perform that duty is a violation of the UCMJ, Article 92. If you see it and don’t report it, the same maximum punishment applies to you as the person who might be sexually harassing a fellow Marine. We are all on the same team. We take care of our fellow Marines, not because it would be a violation of some rule if we didn’t; we take care of each other because that is who we are. That is what we do as Marines. We never leave anyone behind on the battlefield and we won’t do it in garrison either. If you see something, say something. If anyone feels like he or she may be the victim of sexual assault or harassment, please do not hesitate to report it to any of the following: chain of command, UVA at (843)228-6344, chaplain at 843-228-7775/7121, NCIS at (843)228-7215, or the office of the victims’ legal counsel at (843)321-6009.
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March 17, 1967: The first woman Marine to report to Vietnam for duty, Master Sergeant Barbara J. Dulinsky, began her 18-hour flight to Bien Hoa, 30 miles north of Saigon. MSgt Dulinsky and the other officer and enlisted Women Marines that followed were assigned to the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam (MACV) based in Saigon. Most worked with the Marine Corps Personnel Section providing administrative support to Marines assigned as far north as the DMZ, but two Lieutenant Colonels, Ruth Reinholz and Ruth O’Holleran, served as historians with the Military History Branch, Secretary Joint Staff, MACV.
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In Other News
Religious Program Specialist 2nd Class Kregel says goodbye to MCAS Beaufort Story and photos by: Lance Cpl. Benjamin McDonald Staff Writer
For Marines and families who have attended functions at the command chapel aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, they see an organized and smooth program run by the Chaplain. However, few realize what goes on behind the scenes. Working quietly in the background is a religious program specialist. Without their efforts, events like this would not happen. The religious program specialist for MCAS Beaufort is Petty Officer 2nd Class Todd C. Kregel. Before enlisting in the Navy, Kregel attended State University of New York at Potsdam and earned a B.A. in history and political science and a M.A. in international relations from Troy University. Kregel enlisted in the United States Navy as a seaman and reported to recruit training on June 19, 2013. Upon graduation, he attended Religious Program School in Columbia, S.C. and was immediately sent to Camp Johnson in Jacksonville, N.C. where he finished his secondary schooling as the honor graduate for his class. “My favorite school was my secondary school,” said Kregel. “Getting to spend a week straight in the field and do what Marines do on a daily basis really gave me an appreciation and respect for them. I get the option to wear the uniform and live amongst them without fully being a Marine. I could not do what they do every day, I love Marines and working with them.” Kregel reported to the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort in December 2013 and served as the staff religious program specialist. A religious program specialist assists chaplains. Religious program specialists provide support to Navy chaplains in developing programs to meet the needs of Navy and Marine Corps personnel and their families. “After finishing the required schooling for my rate, I was a basically trained religious program specialist,” said Kregel. “All chaplains are different so when you arrive at your first duty station you start on the job training. For my first year or two, I just learned how to do my job here. I would be in charge of supply and admin for the chapel, but as I grew in rank I assumed more responsibilities.” Kregel advanced to petty officer 3rd class during the March 2014 exam cycle and to petty officer 2nd class during the March 2015 exam cycle, scoring in the 93rd percentile. After becoming a petty officer 2nd class, Kregel became the leading petty officer and the only enlisted member of the chaplain department for the duration of his enlistment. “As I learned more and more about my job and picked up in rank I acquired more responsibilities to the point where I became the leading petty officer for the chapel,” said Kregel. “I became the Assistant Command Fitness
Petty Officer 2nd Class Todd Kregel is a religious program pecialist and the lead petty officer for the command chapel aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. Kregel holds an assortment of billets such as the Assistant Command Fitness Leader, Safety Petty Officer, Contract Specialist, Supply Petty Officer, Property Control Manager, and Religious Offering Fund Custodian. After spending three years aboard MCAS Beaufort, Kregel is set to honorably discharge from the Navy late spring.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Todd Kregel is a religious program pecialist and the lead petty officer for the command chapel aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. In 2016, Kregel was awarded with a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his efforts in the Feds Feed Families food drive. Kregel acted as the sole point of contact for MCAS Beaufort, which assisted the Department of Defense in the collection of over 3.3 million pounds of food in 2016. After spending three years aboard MCAS Beaufort, Kregel is set to honorably discharge from the Navy late spring.
Leader, Safety Petty Officer, Contract Specialist, Supply Petty Officer, Property Control Manager, and Religious Offering Fund Custodian. I became the chaplain’s right hand man going almost everywhere he went.” Another responsibility of Kregel was answering the chapel’s duty phone and helping anyone who calls. In September 2016, he was awarded with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for the heroic achievement of intervening and preventing a suicidal Marine from taking his own life. “One of the most gratifying things I do here is helping my Marines,” said Kregel. “When a Marine or sailor calls the chapel, they should have someone there ready to help them and that is what I do. All of the Marines here are my Marines, I would do anything in my power to make sure whatever issues they are having gets resolved and the Marines or sailor is taken care of.” In November 2016, Kregel was notified by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs that he would be awarded with a Navy
and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for his efforts in the Feds Feed Families food drive. Kregel acted as the sole point of contact for MCAS Beaufort, which assisted the Department of Defense in the collection of over 3.3 million pounds of food in 2016. Upon the completion of his service contract, Kregel hopes to return to school for a Ph. D. and become a college professor. Kregel’s additional personal decorations include the Navy Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Rifle Sharpshooter Ribbon, and Pistol Expert Ribbon. “It is a little bitter sweet,” said Kregel. “I love the air station and the Marines within it. Some of the Marines here I have served with since I first got here and leaving them will not be easy. However, it is time to move one and go onto something new. The military has taught me so much and I know these skills will help me transition back into the civilian world. I will always consider the Marine Corps and the Marines within it as my family and I will miss them all.”
Petty Officer 2nd Class Todd Kregel is a religious program specialist and the lead petty officer for the command chapel aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. Kregel holds an assortment of billets such as the Assistant Command Fitness Leader, Safety Petty Officer, Contract Specialist, Supply Petty Officer, Property Control Manager, and Religious Offering Fund Custodian. After spending three years aboard MCAS Beaufort, Kregel is set to honorably discharge from the Navy late spring.
Petty Officer 2nd Class Todd Kregel is a religious program specialist and the lead petty officer for the command chapel aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. In September 2016, he was awarded with the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for the heroic achievement of intervening and preventing a suicidal Marine from taking his own life, and possibly the life of his spouse, with a personal pistol. After spending three years aboard MCAS Beaufort, Kregel is set to honorably discharge from the Navy late spring.
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tions. “I love doing this event,” said Paula Dyson, the volunteer coordinator program director. “It is absolutely true, ‘Born into, sworn into, married into – we are one big Marine Corps family’. We are here today because of the Marine volunteers, without them events like this wouldn’t be possible.” Forty-five Marines and eight Lifestyle Insights, Networking, Knowledge, and Skills mentors volunteered at the event. Set up and orientation began at 7:30 a.m. to prepare for a 9 a.m. start. The Marines at the activity stations planned how to run their station and the platoon leaders began leading stretches and warm-ups with their groups. The event featured a toy rifle range, team building challenges, Marine Corps Martial Arts lessons, a modified Combat Fitness Test, and a display by the Expeditionary Fire Fighting Marines. “This event is so important because it builds camaraderie amongst the Marines, their families and really broadens the horizon for these children,” said Sgt. Jasmine Smith, the training non-commissioned officer with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 31. “They get to see what their parent does at work and see what it means to be a Marine.” At the end of the event the platoon leaders give each Mini Marine their dog tags and the parents greet the children with home-made banners. The Marines also receive letters of appreciation for their volunteer efforts. “Volunteering is an essential part of developing as a leader,” said Smith. “But for me it is also an essential part of being a Marine; giving back to an institution that has given me everything. These kids are a part of the Marine Corps family; therefore they are my family too. Volunteering is something I have to do.”
Photo by Lance Cpl. Ashley Phillips
Photo by Lance Cpl. Ashley Phillips
A Marine teaches a child on a toy gun ‘rifle range’ during Mini Marines aboard Marine Corps Air Station, March 11. The event is hosted by Marine Corps Community Services Beaufort to promote a family atmosphere and teach children of Marines about what their parents do at work. The event also featured a modified Combat Fitness Test, a confidence course, a team building station and a Marine Corps Martial Arts station. The Marine is stationed aboard MCAS Beaufort.
Sgt. Jasmine Smith encourages children during a modified Combat Fitness Test at Mini Marines aboard Marine Corps Air Station, March 11. The event, hosted by Marine Corps Community Services South Carolina, to promote a camaraderie and a family atmosphere for Marines and their children. It also gives children a view into what their parents do at work. Smith is a training non-commissioned officer with Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 31, Marine Aircraft Group 31.
Photo by Lance Cpl. Ashley Phillips
A Marine paints a child’s face during Mini Marines aboard Marine Corps Air Station, March 11. Mini Marines is held by Marine Corps Community Services South Carolina to show children of Marines what their parents do in the Marine Corps and to promote a family atmosphere. The marine is stationed aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort.
Photo by Lance Cpl. Ashley Phillips
A child participates in a modified Combat Fitness test during Marine Corps Community Service’s Mini Marines Program aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, March 11. The event was held to teach children of Marines what their parents do at work and promote a family atmosphere. MCCS Beaufort sponsored the event.
Photo by Lance Cpl. Ashley Phillips
A child participates in tug-of-war during Mini Marines aboard Marine Corps Air Station, March 11. The Marine Corps Community Services South Carolina event is held to promote a family atmosphere for the children and families of Marines at the air station.
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In 2014, Col. Peter D. Buck issued his philosophy, a framework of behavioral values and expectations designed to guide Marines under his charge to make ethically and morally sound decisions. Buck is the commanding officer of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort.
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“We should approach all things guided by our core values of honor, courage, and commitment,” said Buck. “Our values need to inform our thoughts, and our values based thoughts need to inform our actions. We should ask ourselves three things in all endeavors: Is what I am about to do honorable? Does what I am contemplating demonstrate moral courage? And, is what I am contemplating a demonstration of my commitment to my nation, my Corps, and my fellow Marine?” According to Buck, the goal of the philosophy is to sustain our commitment to our core values, demonstrate how they inform thought, decision, and action at all levels, and emphasize the absolute sanctity of the special trust and confidence that exists between Marines. The core values of the Marine Corps
and Buck’s philosophy are honor, courage and commitment. The six habits of thought are: sturdy professionalism, know your surroundings, engaged and concerned leadership, vigilance and aggression, mission focus, and complacency kills. The six habits of action are: obey the law, lead by example, support and defend the constitution, uphold special trust and confidence, respect yourself and others, and maintain high standards of integrity. “Sometimes Marines look for something more complex to guide them in their decisions,” said Buck. “But it’s really simple. If you’re core values inform your thoughts, and your thoughts inform your decisions and actions, then you will have the proper foundation to make the right decision. When you remove or eliminate our values from that equation, it gets concerning.” Buck said these attributes and values establish a behavioral foundation for
his policies regarding hazing, sexual assault, equal opportunity and violence prevention, and also keeps Marines sharp, vigilant and effective in combat and garrison alike. “We trust our fellow Marine with our life. That’s not just in combat,” said Buck. “I am looking to redeploy the warrior ethos from combat to garrison. We don’t shelve our ethos and values in garrison; we do not prey on each other in garrison. Instead, in all cases, we serve and protect our fellow Marine, including protecting their sexual integrity and their honorable service to our Corps.” His command philosophy also provides perspective on what it means to be a Marine through what he calls the Marine Continuum; Marines earn trust in basic training and combat training, and continue to uphold and sustain that same trust throughout their service. “The Marine Continuum emphasizes the sanctity of the special trust and confidence between Marines.” said Buck.
“That special trust and confidence is earned the day you received the eagle, globe, and anchor and that trust must be upheld throughout active service to Corps and Country. Upon leaving active service, we remain Marines and sustain the same trust and confidence with our fellow Marine. Protect what you’ve earned.” Buck reminds all Marines past and present, that through their efforts to uphold their core values and maintain the special trust and confidence bestow upon them, the Marine Corps will remain the finest fighting force in the world. “The title Marine is very special; we are the only service where our service name also defines the individual. Rudyard Kipling described it best when he said, ‘For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.’ Don’t ever forfeit your core values of honor, courage, and commitment, and don’t ever give anyone reason to not trust, especially your fellow Marine.”
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Around the Corps
Snow or shine: HMLA-269 Marines take to the frigid skies Story and photos by: Cpl. Mackenzie Gibson Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point
Tiny snowflakes dart from every direction as the frigid wind blows them across the open flight line. A group of Marines stand in waiting, bundled up from head-totoe as they scan the skies above. A group of UH-1Y Venoms and AH-1W Super Cobras begin their descent towards the flight line and the Marines jump into action. This was the scene when Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, landed to conduct cold weather training operations aboard Fort Drum, N.Y., March 8. “We’re detached from our norm back at [Marine Corps Air Station New River] where everything is more familiar,” said Capt. Nathan Davis, a pilot with HMLA269. “We’re getting out and learning to integrate with other units to be able to operate effectively in cold weather conditions.” The training, which began March 8, will involve learning how to deal with the challenges that come with working in cold and sometimes snowy and icy environments. Units from across the Department of Defense including 1st Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, 174th Attack Wing and 10th Combat Aviation Brigade will have a hand in accomplishing the mission. “We have very gracious hosts with the U.S. Army to be able to fall into their spaces and conduct operations,” said Capt. Joseph Roberts, a pilot with HMLA-269. “The Marines have really taken to figuring out the challenges of this environment,” According to Davis, one of the biggest challenges of operating the aircraft in the snow is visibility. “Just as sand can get kicked up in a brownout, the same thing will happen to your visibility in a whiteout,” said Davis. “It really obscures the pilot’s visibility. So we’ve trained for that and this is our chance to employ those tactics in a real world environment.” Not only do the pilots have a hard time in the harsh conditions, but the aircraft maintainers, crew chiefs and ordnance tech-
An AH-1W Super Cobra lands to conduct cold weather operations aboard Fort Drum, N.Y., March 8, 2017. The training, which began March 8, involves Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, along with other various units across the Department of Defense. The lessons learned from this training will serve as guidance that can be applied to operations all around the world, and make HMLA-269 a more valuable asset to the Air Combat Element of the Marine Corps.
nicians have to also adapt and overcome obstacles. “One of our biggest challenges is realizing that everything works slower,” said Roberts. “As things get cold, they tend to break. So we have to remain flexible and build in that extra time.” Although there are many challenges afoot in the next week, the Marines in the unit are confident that the first few days of operations have set them up for success. The lessons learned from this training will serve as guidance that can be applied to operations all around the world, and make the unit a more valuable asset to the Air Combat Element of the Marine Corps. “It’s a necessity,” said Roberts. “There is a good chunk of the world that has weather like this, and as Marines, we need to be able to answer the nation’s call to any one of those places, and do it effectively.”
Pfc. Stetson Kirkpatrick (left) and Cpl. Cade Mierstice (right) load ordnance on an aircraft during cold weather operations aboard Fort Drum, N.Y., March 11, 2017. The training, which began March 8, involves Marines with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, along with other various units across the Department of Defense. The Marines will learn how to deal with the challenges that come with working in cold, and sometimes snowy and icy environments. Kirkpatrick and Mierstice are aviation ordnance technicians with HMLA-269.
Cpl. Justin Martin watches the skies from the inside a UH-1Y Venom during cold weather operations over Fort Drum, N.Y., March 10, 2017. The training, which began March 8, involves learning how to deal with the challenges that come with working in cold, and sometimes snowy and icy environments. With snowy obstacles and temperatures in the sub-zero range, the Marines will learn how to adapt and overcome. Martin is a flight line mechanic with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 269, Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing.