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Meet the Marine aviator of the year ― an unmanned aerial vehicle pilot
Maj. Shane Gentry used his real-world experience remotely piloting the MQ-9A in combat missions to train other Marines to fly the aircraft.
Marines expect ‘big year’ for drone, ship and logistics testing
Aerial and maritime drones coupled with a new shore-to-shore connector aim to overcome logistical hurdles.
By Todd South
Pentagon to lift Osprey flight ban after fatal Air Force crash
The Osprey has been grounded following a Nov. 29 Air Force Special Operations Command crash in Japan that killed eight service members.
By Lolita C. Baldor and Tara Copp, AP
Marine F-35C used for Top Gun training takes a nosedive while parked
The jet “experienced an incident involving collapse of the nose landing gear” on Jan. 26, a Marine spokeswoman said.
Air Force knows what failed in fatal Osprey crash — but not why
NBC News reported Monday that the crash was linked to chipping from the Osprey’s proprotor gearbox.
By Tara Copp, AP
5 Marines who died in helicopter crash in California identified
All were members of 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing’s Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361, nicknamed the Flying Tigers.
5 Marines confirmed dead in California helicopter crash
3rd Marine Aircraft Wing’s news release didn’t identify the five Marines, citing the military’s policy of waiting 24 hours after notifying next of kin.
Helicopter with 5 Marines aboard goes missing over California
The Marines from Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361 were flying a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter from southern Nevada to San Diego.
Last Harrier mechanics finish training as Corps shifts to F-35
According to the 2022 Marine Corps Aviation Plan, Harrier pilot training will end in 2024.
By Todd South