Night vision goggles, weather likely factors in Marine helo crash
The 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, AP
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Marine squadron commander fired nine months after fatal helo crash
Lt. Col. Nicholas J. Harvey was relieved of command of the Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361, known as the “Flying Tigers,” on Nov. 18.
By Todd South
Marine Corps F-35C notches first overseas combat strike
Marine F-35C pilots hit Houthi positions being used to target military and civilian vessels in the Red Sea area.
By Todd South
Marines score aviation firsts with F-35 squadron, drone test and more
A new East Coast F-35 squadron and key Valkyrie drone test mark significant steps in the Corps's push toward more nimble and responsive air combat power.
By Todd South
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 South
Marines hit operational status with second carrier-capable F35-C unit
A West Coast Marine F-35C Lightning II squadron has achieved initial operational capability.
By Todd South