Night vision goggles, weather likely factors in Marine helo crashThe CH-53 Super Stallion crashed Feb. 6, 2024, during a night flight when it hit a mountain near Pine Valley, California, killing all five Marines aboard.By Tara Copp, AP7 days ago
Marine squadron commander fired nine months after fatal helo crashLt. Col. Nicholas J. Harvey was relieved of command of the Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361, known as the “Flying Tigers,” on Nov. 18.By Todd South5 months ago
Marine Corps F-35C notches first overseas combat strikeMarine F-35C pilots hit Houthi positions being used to target military and civilian vessels in the Red Sea area.By Todd South6 months ago
New missile allows Marine pilots to strike far, avoid air defenses Marine fighter pilots now have a missile that can strike targets up to 230 miles away, keeping aviators out of the range of many air defense systems.By Todd South8 months ago
Marines hit operational status with second carrier-capable F35-C unitA West Coast Marine F-35C Lightning II squadron has achieved initial operational capability.By Todd South10 months ago
Marine captains honored for saving a man’s life in the Dallas airportThe two pilots each received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal.By Todd South11 months ago