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Twenty seven MV-22B Ospreys and 16 CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), line up as part of the mass flight at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. In a dynamic display of strength, the aircraft showcased the tactical capabilities and combat power the MAG-16 uses to defend the nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya)

Twenty seven MV-22B Ospreys and 16 CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), line up as part of the mass flight at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. In a dynamic display of strength, the aircraft showcased the tactical capabilities and combat power the MAG-16 uses to defend the nation. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya

Twenty seven MV-22B Ospreys and 16 CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), line up at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. MAG-16’s commitment of operational excellence and lethality was demonstrated in a monumental mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya)

Twenty seven MV-22B Ospreys and 16 CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), line up at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. MAG-16’s commitment of operational excellence and lethality was demonstrated in a monumental mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya

U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), stage on the flight line prior to a mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc.Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), stage on the flight line prior to a mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc.Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Pfc.Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons (VMM) 161, 165 and 166, along with CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), stage on the flight line during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic coordinated flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons (VMM) 161, 165 and 166, along with CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), stage on the flight line during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic coordinated flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Pfc.Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons (VMM) 161, 165 and 166, along with CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), taxi down the flight line during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons (VMM) 161, 165 and 166, along with CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), taxi down the flight line during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Pfc.Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons (VMM) 161, 165 and 166, along with CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), stage on the flight line during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons (VMM) 161, 165 and 166, along with CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), stage on the flight line during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Pfc.Emely Gonzalez

A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), prepares for MAG-16’s mass flight exercise during a flight brief at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. MAG-16’s commitment to operational excellence and lethality was displayed in a mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), prepares for MAG-16’s mass flight exercise during a flight brief at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. MAG-16’s commitment to operational excellence and lethality was displayed in a mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

Photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), prepare for MAG-16’s mass flight exercise during a flight brief at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. MAG-16’s commitment to operational excellence and lethality was displayed in a mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

U.S. Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), prepare for MAG-16’s mass flight exercise during a flight brief at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. MAG-16’s commitment to operational excellence and lethality was displayed in a mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

Photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons

A U.S. Marine Corps maintainer with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), tightens a bolt on an MV-22B Osprey at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The Marines showcased the unique capabilities and reliability of every aircraft that participated in MAG-16’s mass flight exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

A U.S. Marine Corps maintainer with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), tightens a bolt on an MV-22B Osprey at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The Marines showcased the unique capabilities and reliability of every aircraft that participated in MAG-16’s mass flight exercise. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

Photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons

A U.S. Marine Corps maintainer with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), conducts maintenance in stride during the MAG-16 mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. 3rd MAW maintainers continue to serve as the driving force behind aviation operations through ruthless and diligent behind-the-scenes efforts to ensure operational excellence of Marines, equipment and aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

A U.S. Marine Corps maintainer with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), conducts maintenance in stride during the MAG-16 mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. 3rd MAW maintainers continue to serve as the driving force behind aviation operations through ruthless and diligent behind-the-scenes efforts to ensure operational excellence of Marines, equipment and aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

Photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons (VMM) 161, 165 and 166, along with CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), stage on the flight line during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez)

U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadrons (VMM) 161, 165 and 166, along with CH-53E Super Stallions with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadrons (HMH) 361, 465 and 466, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), stage on the flight line during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. The training exercise set the standard for operational excellence with an epic mass flight, which featured more than 40 aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez)

Photo by Pfc. Emely Gonzalez

U.S. Marine Cpl. James Snow, a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), observes his surroundings during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. 3rd MAW Marines’ invaluable contributions to the operational excellence of equipment and aircraft made MAG-16’s mass launch ensure the units remain trained and ready to serve as an integral component of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) by providing the aviation combat element for I Marine Expeditionary Force – the Marine Corps’ largest MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

U.S. Marine Cpl. James Snow, a crew chief with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), observes his surroundings during MAG-16’s mass flight exercise at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar, Calif., June 6, 2019. 3rd MAW Marines’ invaluable contributions to the operational excellence of equipment and aircraft made MAG-16’s mass launch ensure the units remain trained and ready to serve as an integral component of the Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) by providing the aviation combat element for I Marine Expeditionary Force – the Marine Corps’ largest MAGTF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons)

Photo by Pfc. Ian M. Simmons

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Photo by Sgt. Charles Plouffe

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Photo by Sgt. Charles Plouffe

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Photo by Sgt. Charles Plouffe

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Photo by Sgt. Charles Plouffe

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Photo by Sgt. Charles Plouffe

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Photo by Sgt. Charles Plouffe

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Photo by Sgt. Charles Plouffe

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Richard Cropley celebrates his 99th birthday with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 164, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Camp Pendleton, Calif., May 31, 2019. Cropley served his country for more than 20 years as a fighter/bomber pilot during World War II and flew multiple combat missions over the Pacific. Cropley’s birthday wish was to spend time with his Marine Corps aviation family and to see an MV-22B Osprey up close.

Photo by Sgt. Charles Plouffe