Marine Medium Tilt Rotor Squadron 165

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A Marine with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 211, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 21 "The Wake Island Avengers" conducts carrier qualifications in an F-35B Joint Strike Fighter Lightning II aboard Her Majesty's Ship (HMS) Queen Elizabeth at sea off the United Kingdom (UK) on 02 May, 2021. Alongside the UK's 617 Squadron, VMFA-211 will form part of the largest carrier air group in the world. This deployment highlights the global reach of the U.S. and UK armed forces and their interoperability, and enhances the deterrence and defense capabilities of the NATO Alliance.

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An F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW), conducts expeditionary advanced base operations (EABO) support and short take-off and vertical landings on simulated narrow roads at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 6, 2021. VMFA-122 continues to refine EABO tactics to increase 3rd MAWs operation reach and ability to deliver long range precision fires in preparation for future conflicts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lance Cpl. Juan Anaya)

Narrow road expeditionary landing training at MCAS Yuma

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Karsten Heckl, commanding general of I Marine Expeditionary Force, greets Marines with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 163, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, April 6, 2021. Routine visits and inspections play a vital role in ensuring that all equipment and personnel meet standards as the Marine Corps makes strides toward implementing the Force Design 2030. After the tour and inspection of the hangar, Lt. Gen. Heckl piloted an MV-22B Osprey to Marine Corps Air Station Pendleton. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Julian Elliott-Drouin)

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Mission Statement Under 3rd MAW

The mission of Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 3 is to provide administrative and supply support for the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Headquarters.

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Lieutenant Colonel Bringhurst

Commanding Officer, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 165

Lieutenant Colonel Bringhurst was born and raised in Houston, Texas. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in May 2002. After completing The Basic School in 2003, he reported to NAS Pensacola to begin flight training. Lieutenant Colonel Bringhurst was designated a Naval Aviator in June 2004 and

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Sergeant Major Charles N. Latour

Sergeant Major, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 165

Charles La Tour was born in Blythe, California and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps August 10, 1999. Upon completion of training at Recruit Depot San Diego and School of Infantry West, he was assigned to 1st Battalion, 6th Marines (1/6) in Camp Lejeune, NC. While serving as an Infantry Rifleman, Team

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VMM-165 Change of Command Video Message

3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

May 18, 2020 | 12:04

VMM-165 Change of Command Video Message

3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

May 18, 2020 | 12:04

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