MWHS-3 Leaders

Lieutenant Colonel Kevin M. Keene

Commanding Officer, Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 3

LtCol Keene was born in Queens, NY. He was raised in the suburbs of New York City and graduated from State University of New York at Albany with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. Following completion of Platoon Leaders Course and graduation from school, he was commissioned a 2ndLt and reported to The Basic School as a member of Alpha Company

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Sergeant Major Fabian Casillas

Sergeant Major, Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 3

Sergeant Major Fabian Casillas reported to Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego on October 7, 1992. He graduated on December 31, 1992. Upon graduation from MCT, he reported to MCSSS, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina for instruction in Basic Motor Transport Maintenance. Upon successful completion, he received orders to 3D FSSG, Okinawa Japan.In June of

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14
Jan
2025

Marine Corps Reserve Brief Highlights Opportunities for Aviators Through Direct Affiliation Program

An AH-1Z Viper aircraft assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 775 (HMLA-775) maneuvers while providing close-air support at the San Clemente Island Range Complex, March 8, 2023.

, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

Maj. Gen. James Wellons, commanding general of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, and Maj. Gen. John Kelliher

8
Jan
2025

Marines, Married, Majors | Third MAW couple promotes together

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Leah Deignan, left, an aviation maintenance officer with Aviation Logistics Division, Marine Wing Headquarters Squadron 3, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, and Maj. Connor Deignan, CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter pilot with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 361, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd MAW, pose for a photo with their children after a ceremony promoting the two to the rank of major at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Jan. 6, 2025.

Maj Natalie Batcheler , 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

Two Marine officers stood at attention side by side as the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Commanding

17
Dec
2024

Marine Corps lessons in orbit: A Cobra pilot's astronaut journey

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Jasmin Moghbeli, a New York native and NASA astronaut, grins after landing an AH-1Z Viper assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 367, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Dec. 12, 2024.

1stLt James Estillore, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

“Our Astronaut Corps prides ourselves on our expeditionary mindset,” said Lt. Col. Jasmin Moghbeli

14
Dec
2024

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 314 (VMFA-314) Returns from Combat Deployment

U.S. Marine Corps F-35C Lightning II aircraft assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, fly over Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Dec. 14, 2024.

Carrier Strike Group Three, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

The “Black Knights” of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 314 returned to their home base with

6
Dec
2024

Ordnance to an Audience: US Marine changes trajectory to pursue passion in singing

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Shelby Petersen, a vocalist with Marine Corps Quantico Band, poses on a Boeing Vertol CH-46 Sea Knight at Marine Corps Air Facility Quantico, on MCBQ, Virginia, Dec. 3, 2024. Petersen, a Kalispell, Montana native, enlisted as an Aviation Ordnance Systems Technician in the year 2020, and submitted for a lateral move in 2023 to her current military occupational specialty. “If it’s a dream of yours, don’t give up on it,” Petersen said definitively. “No matter where you are in life, whatever opportunities you get or lack-thereof, it’s really important to take the time for the things that make you feel alive and make your soul feel whole.” (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Braydon Rogers)

Shaemus Sawyer, Marine Corps Base Quantico

MARINE CORPS BASE QUANTICO, Va. – As the lights dim, a hush sweeps over the audience – the anticipation builds. From the wings, steps a Marine in her iconic dress blue uniform. Her smile and poise grabs the audience’s attention. As she raises the microphone she draws in a breath and releases the first note letting her powerful voice fill the air.

5
Dec
2024

Secretary of the Navy recognizes service excellence, discusses warfighting and quality of life with Marines of Miramar and 3rd MAW

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro poses for a group photo with Marines after presenting them with challenge coins in recognition of their exemplary performance and outstanding contributions to their units at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, California, Dec. 4, 2024. Secretary Del Toro toured the installation to engage with servicemembers and assess ongoing efforts to improve quality of life, operational readiness, and infrastructure at MCAS Miramar. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Santicia Ambriez-Stippey)

Capt. Stephanie Davis , 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro visited Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, engaging with Marines, Sailors and civilians of the installation and 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing during town hall events, Dec. 4, 2024. His visit focused on recognizing servicemembers’ achievements, observing quality-of-life initiatives, and expressing gratitude for the dedication and service of the men and women in uniform.