'Stingers' sharpen skills throughout Steel Knight
October 12, 2008 — Exercise Steel Knight provided Marines with combined arms training for squadrons gearing up to deploy overseas. In preparation for deployment, Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267 based at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Calif., participated in Steel Knight from Dec. 5 through 14. to conduct various exercises.It proved to be a tremendous MORE
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Flying Leatherneck Museum receives first generation Harrier
October 1, 2008 — The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum recently added a new jet to its list of historical Marine aircraft. The AV-8C Harrier, Bureau Number 158387 is a Hawker Siddeley-built GR MK 1 and began its life as an AV-8A, before receiving modifications to its current class. The museum was able to acquire the Harrier from the NASA Ames Research Facility at MORE
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Do's, Don'ts of politics in the Corps
October 1, 2008 — Recently, political campaigns, rallies and advertisements have been among the latest headlines. While Marines can actively participate in portions of the campaign process, the Department of Defense has set several guidelines on what activities are permissible.According to Marine Administrative Message 511/08, such activities include registering to MORE
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