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RM2WK14M0–A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, hoists a simulated casualty recovered by Marines with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 6, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere envi
RM2R47XA1–U.S. Marines with the Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, set up M110 semi-automatic sniper systems during a Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 3, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMMBYGNE–U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division, fire from the 5 yard line during a range as part of a close quarter’s tactics enabler’s course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 23, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve fire and movement tactics as a security platoon element. Marines participated in the training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2WK1444–A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 169, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares to hoist a simulated casualty recovered by Marines with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 6, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in a
RM2R49EYX–U.S Marine Corps urban sniper instructor with Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, fires a M40A6 sniper rifle during the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMMBYGNT–U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division, rehearse close quarters firing techniques from the 15, 10, five and three yard firing line during a range as part of a close quarter’s tactics enabler’s course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 23, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve fire and movement tactics as a security platoon element. Marines participated in the training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2PYJ1A8–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2R493WT–U.S Marine Corps urban sniper instructor with Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, adjusts his rifle during the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMPJCH07–Recon Marines with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit maneuver a Rapid Entry Boarding System (REBS) ladder during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 18, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PYJ1AX–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2R47FNR–U.S Marine Corps urban sniper instructor with Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, shoots from the standing during the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMMBYGRH–U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division, rehearse static firing techniques during a range as part of a close quarter’s tactics enabler’s course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 23, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve fire and movement tactics as a security platoon element. Marines participated in the training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with 22ndnMarine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2PYJ1AC–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2R49GXR–U.S Marine Corps urban sniper instructor with Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, fires down range during the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMPJCH00–Recon Marines with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit maneuver a Rapid Entry Boarding System (REBS) ladder during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 18, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PYJ1DN–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2R480KJ–U.S Marine Corps urban sniper instructor with Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, prepares to fire during the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMMBYGNF–A U.S. Marine with Expeditionary Operations Training Group, demonstrates weapon handling during a range as part of a close quarter’s tactics enabler’s course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 23, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve fire and movement tactics as a security platoon element. Marines participated in the training in preparation for their upcoming deployment with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2PYJ1A3–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2R4942X–U.S Marine Corps urban sniper instructor with Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, fires from the prone position during the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMPJCGY5–A Special Amphibious Reconnaissance Corpsman with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, climbs a Rapid Entry Boarding System (REBS) ladder during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 11, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PYJ1D7–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2R4A0WA–U.S Marine Corps urban sniper instructor with the Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, sets up his gear for the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMPJCH02–Recon Marines with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit practice hooking a Rapid Entry Boarding System (REBS) ladder during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 18, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PYJ1AB–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2R47877–U.S. Marines assigned to II Marine Expeditionary Force, Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), are evaluated on their proficiency in rappelling during the Assault Climber Course aboard Stone Bay, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 19, 2023. Assault Climber Course is an opportunity for the EOTG to train and evaluate the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ability to complete special individual and collective tasks, and evaluates their ability to conduct assigned mission essential tasks in order to prepare those forces to support the geographic combatant commanders.
RMPJCGYY–A Recon Marine with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit gets a heading prior to sub surfacing during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 18, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PYJ1DH–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2NXDH97–U.S. Marines assigned to II Marine Expeditionary Force, Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), are evaluated on their proficiency in rappelling during the Assault Climber Course aboard Stone Bay, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 19, 2023. Assault Climber Course is an opportunity for the EOTG to train and evaluate the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ability to complete special individual and collective tasks, and evaluates their ability to conduct assigned mission essential tasks in order to prepare those forces to support the geographic combatant commanders.
RMPJCH06–A Recon Marine with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit climbs a Rapid Entry Boarding System (REBS) ladder to practice boarding procedures during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 18, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PYJ1E1–U.S. Marines with the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), conducts a beach landing and assault during Amphibious Ready Group/MEU Exercise (ARGMEUEX) at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 30, 2023. Practicing beach landings and assaults develops the MEU’s capability to insert into uncertain and permissive environments while effectively being able to operate and capture points of interests efficiently. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized ARGMEUEX as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Na
RM2WFX46H–U.S. Marines with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct a simulated tactical recovery of aircraft personnel (TRAP) at Fort Barfoot, Virginia, January 10, 2024. TRAP training develops the MEU’s capability to recover isolated personnel and aircraft in hostile, uncertain and permissive environments. Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG) enhances the MEU’s capability to execute special skills operations by training the command element (CE), aviation combat element (ACE), and ground combat element (GCE). Realistic urban traini
RMPJCH01–Recon Marines with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit enter the water to begin a training exercise during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 18, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PFM1C4–U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, execute a simulated raid during MEU Exercise (MEUEX) III on Fort AP Hill, Virginia, March 14, 2023. A raid is a mission requiring a small force to swiftly penetrate hostile territory to secure information, confuse the enemy, or to destroy their installations, and ends with a planned withdrawal upon completion of the mission. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized MEUEX III as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Nav
RM2NH95G2–U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. James Payne, a Helicopter Rope Suspension Technique (HRST) master instructor with III Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG) stands by a UH-1Y Venom helicopter during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022.Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground.
RMPJCGYX–A Recon Marine with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit performs gear checks with the MRF dive team prior to entering the water during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 18, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PFM1D8–U.S. Marines with Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, execute a simulated raid during MEU Exercise (MEUEX) III on Fort AP Hill, Virginia, March 14, 2023. A raid is a mission requiring a small force to swiftly penetrate hostile territory to secure information, confuse the enemy, or to destroy their installations, and ends with a planned withdrawal upon completion of the mission. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized MEUEX III as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership with their Nav
RM2R48KDA–U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Francis Santore, an instructor with the Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, fires an M40A6 sniper rifle during a Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 3, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMPJCH05–A Recon Marine with the Maritime Raid Force, 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit climbs a Rapid Entry Boarding System (REBS) ladder to practice boarding procedures during a Visit, Board, Search and Seizure course at Fort Eustis, VA, July 18, 2018. This course gives the MRF the capability of launching VBSS operations during the 22nd MEU’s upcoming deployment.
RM2PFM1CE–A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, carries a simulated casualty while conducting a raid during MEU Exercise (MEUEX) III on Fort AP Hill, Virginia, March 14, 2023. A raid is a mission requiring a small force to swiftly penetrate hostile territory to secure information, confuse the enemy, or to destroy their installations, and ends with a planned withdrawal upon completion of the mission. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized MEUEX III as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors,
RM2R47P44–U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sgt. Justin Carney, an instructor with the Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, fires an M27 Infantry Automatic Rifle during a Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 3, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future courses.
RMPH7TJM–A U.S. Marine with 2nd Marine Division, provides security at a window during a raid exercise as part of an interoperability course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 20, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve their skills as a security platoon element for their upcoming deployment with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2PFM1BG–A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team 1/6, 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit, sets security while conducting a raid during MEU Exercise (MEUEX) III on Fort AP Hill, Virginia, March 14, 2023. A raid is a mission requiring a small force to swiftly penetrate hostile territory to secure information, confuse the enemy, or to destroy their installations, and ends with a planned withdrawal upon completion of the mission. Expeditionary Operations Training Group organized MEUEX III as part of the 26th MEU’s third phase of the pre-deployment training to ensure their Marines and Sailors, in partnership
RM2R486B4–U.S Marine Corps urban sniper instructor (left) and Staff Sgt. Santore Francis (right) urban sniper instructors with Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, run during the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for futur
RMPH7TJP–U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division, descend to the ground to conduct Military Operation on Urbanized Terrain training during a raid exercise as part of an interoperability course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 21, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve their skills as a security platoon element for their upcoming deployment with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2JNN3GX–A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom helicopter prepares to take off during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2R47CXC–U.S Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Francis Santore (left) and urban sniper instructor (right) with Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), II Marine Expeditionary Force, observes targets down range during the Sniper Sustainment Course (SSC) aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, April 5, 2023. The SSC provides the opportunity for the Special Tactics Branch of EOTG to restructure the Urban Sniper Course to better suit the needs of the Recon Snipers that will remain in service for the Marine Corps and to conduct advanced marksmanship training to validate the standards for future
RMPH7TJJ–U.S. Marines with 2nd Marine Division, provide security during a raid exercise as part of an interoperability course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 20, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve their skills as a security platoon element for their upcoming deployment with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2JNN3G1–A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom helicopter prepares to take off during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2NXDXBG–U.S. Marines assigned to II Marine Expeditionary Force, Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), prepare to be evaluated on their proficiency in rappelling during the Assault Climber Course aboard Stone Bay, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 19, 2023. Assault Climber Course is an opportunity for the EOTG to train and evaluate the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ability to complete special individual and collective tasks, and evaluates their ability to conduct assigned mission essential tasks in order to prepare those forces to support the geographic combatant command
RMPH7TJR–A U.S. Marine with 2nd Marine Division, descends to the ground to conduct Military Operations on Urbanized Terrain training during a raid exercise as part of an interoperability course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 21, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve their skills as a security platoon element for their upcoming deployment with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2JNN3EW–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2R478BG–U.S. Marines assigned to II Marine Expeditionary Force, Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG), prepare to be evaluated on their proficiency in rappelling during the Assault Climber Course aboard Stone Bay, Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Jan. 19, 2023. Assault Climber Course is an opportunity for the EOTG to train and evaluate the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit’s ability to complete special individual and collective tasks, and evaluates their ability to conduct assigned mission essential tasks in order to prepare those forces to support the geographic combatant command
RMPH7TJH–A U.S. Marine with 2nd Marine Division, provides security during a raid exercise as part of an interoperability course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 20, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve their skills as a security platoon element for their upcoming deployment with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2JNN3ER–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WFX8AH–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Salvatore Conforto, a rifleman with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, secures a simulated drone during a tactical recovery of aircraft personnel (TRAP) at Fort Barfoot, Virginia, January 10, 2024. TRAP training develops the MEU’s capability to recover isolated personnel and aircraft in hostile, uncertain and permissive environments. Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG) enhances the MEU’s capability to execute special skills operations by training the command element (CE), aviation combat element (ACE),
RMPH7TM1–A U.S. Marine with 2nd Marine Division, clears a building during a raid exercise as part of an interoperability course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., June 21, 2018. The course provided Marines the opportunity to improve their skills as a security platoon element for their upcoming deployment with the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
RM2JNN3HD–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 pull a rope from a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WFXDK0–U.S. Marines with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, recover a simulated drone during a tactical recovery of aircraft personnel (TRAP) at Fort Barfoot, Virginia, January 10, 2024. TRAP training develops the MEU’s capability to recover isolated personnel and aircraft in hostile, uncertain and permissive environments. Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG) enhances the MEU’s capability to execute special skills operations by training the command element (CE), aviation combat element (ACE), and ground combat element (GCE). Realist
RMRTBCHA–A U.S. Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit surveys the area after a simulated raid on a beach at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan during a certification exercise boat raid Feb. 2, 2019. The Expeditionary Operations Training Group coordinates the certification process for the MEU. The Marines performed patrols after the boat raid to ensure there were no remaining enemy forces that may retaliate against them. (United States Marine Corps
RM2JNN3EX–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WFXMP1–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Salvatore Conforto, a rifleman with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, conducts a simulated tactical recovery of aircraft personnel (TRAP) at Fort Barfoot, Virginia, January 10, 2024. TRAP training develops the MEU’s capability to recover isolated personnel and aircraft in hostile, uncertain and permissive environments. Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG) enhances the MEU’s capability to execute special skills operations by training the command element (CE), aviation combat element (ACE), and ground co
RMRTBCH9–U.S. Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit discuss a plan of attack on an enemy site at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan during a certification exercise boat raid Feb. 2, 2019. The Expeditionary Operations Training Group coordinates the certification process for the MEU. The Marines’ main objective during the boat raid was to capture an enemy camp located at the Kin Blue beach. (United States Marine Corps
RM2JNN3GG–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WFWT57–A U.S. Marine with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, sets security during a simulated tactical recovery of aircraft personnel (TRAP) at Fort Barfoot, Virginia, January 10, 2024. TRAP training develops the MEU’s capability to recover isolated personnel and aircraft in hostile, uncertain and permissive environments. Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG) enhances the MEU’s capability to execute special skills operations by training the command element (CE), aviation combat element (ACE), and ground combat element (GCE). Realisti
RMRTBCH2–A U.S. Marine scout swimmer with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit surveys the shoreline at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan during a certification exercise boat raid, Feb. 2, 2019. The Expeditionary Operations Training Group coordinates the certification process for the MEU. During the boat raid, Marines used scout swimmers to search their landing area for possible enemy forces.
RM2JNN3ET–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 prepare to fast rope out of a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WFXAWR–U.S. Marines with 2nd Light Armored Reconnaissance, Battalion Landing Team 1/8, 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit, recover a simulated drone during a tactical recovery of aircraft personnel (TRAP) at Fort Barfoot, Virginia, January 10, 2024. TRAP training develops the MEU’s capability to recover isolated personnel and aircraft in hostile, uncertain and permissive environments. Expeditionary Operations Training Group (EOTG) enhances the MEU’s capability to execute special skills operations by training the command element (CE), aviation combat element (ACE), and ground combat element (GCE). Realist
RMRTBCH4–U.S. Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit provides security after landing on the beach at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan during a certification exercise boat raid, Feb. 2, 2019. The Expeditionary Operations Training Group coordinates the certification process for the MEU. Marines used combat rubber raiding craft to silently approach the shore of Kin Blue.
RM2JNN3GC–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 prepare to fast rope out of a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WWPXAJ–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Andrew Sweeney, a squad leader with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, prepares a AN/PRC-152 radio during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 8, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere environments. EOTG is a section of the I MEF command element that trains and evaluates deploying Marine Expediti
RMRTBCH6–A U.S. Marine with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit prepares to attack a beach at Kin Blue, Okinawa, Japan during a certification exercise boat raid Feb. 2, 2019. The Expeditionary Operations Training Group coordinates the certification process for the MEU. The Marines utilized stealth tactics to gain the surprise advantage over the enemy. (United States Marine Corps
RM2JNN3EN–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 prepare to fast rope out of a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WWPARC–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Dominic Porpiglia, a team leader with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, prepares to depart Firebase Gloria during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 7, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere environments. EOTG is a section of the I MEF command element that trains and evaluates deploying Marine
RMR7RJWK–A Marine aims an M40A6 rifle during an urban sniper course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 30, 2017. The Marines practiced engaging targets from unknown distances to maintain their skills on the weapon. The course, taught by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, includes Marines from 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion and School of Infantry-East.
RM2JNN3F2–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Kristine A. Ordinario, a combat engineer with Marine Wing Support Squadron 171, walks away from a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Just
RM2WWPFYP–U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Ty Vansambeek, an aircraft rescue and firefighting specialist with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 268, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, poses for a photo during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 7, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere environments. EOTG is a section of the I MEF command element that tra
RMR7RJWM–Instructors observe shot placement as Marines fire M40A6 rifles during an urban sniper course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 30, 2017. The Marines practiced engaging targets from unknown distances to maintain their skills on the weapon. The course, taught by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, includes Marines from 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion and School of Infantry-East.
RM2JNN3F0–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 469 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 27, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WWN5WX–U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Andrew Sweeney, a squad leader with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, walks to his squad during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 7, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere environments. EOTG is a section of the I MEF command element that trains and evaluates deploying Marine Expeditionary Uni
RMR7RJWJ–Marines aim and fire M40A6 rifles during an urban sniper course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 30, 2017. The Marines practiced engaging targets from unknown distances to maintain their skills on the weapon. The course, taught by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, includes Marines from 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion and School of Infantry-East.
RM2JNN3G2–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WWN6TW–A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion attached to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 165 (Reinforced), 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, transports Marines with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 6, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere environments. EOTG is a section of the
RMR7RJW6–A Marine reloads an M40A6 rifle during an urban sniper course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 30, 2017. The Marines practiced engaging targets from unknown distances to maintain their skills on the weapon. The course, taught by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, includes Marines from 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion and School of Infantry-East.
RM2JNN3F1–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WWP2J6–U.S. Marines with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, recover a simulated downed pilot during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 6, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere environments. EOTG is a section of the I MEF command element that trains and evaluates deploying Marine Expeditionary Units, and other designated fo
RMR7RJW5–A Marine aims down the scope of an M40A6 rifle during an urban sniper course at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 30, 2017. The Marines practiced engaging targets from unknown distances to maintain their skills on the weapon. The course, taught by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, includes Marines from 2nd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Reconnaissance Battalion and School of Infantry-East.
RM2JNN3FX–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WWNJ75–U.S. Marines with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, carry a simulated downed pilot during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 6, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere environments. EOTG is a section of the I MEF command element that trains and evaluates deploying Marine Expeditionary Units, and other designated forc
RMMHK7KW–A U.S. Marine with II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group prepares to take off during special patrol insertion and extraction operations training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 23, 2018. The Marines conducted the training to improve operational capabilities and to recertify helicopter rope suspension techniques masters. (U.S. Marine Corps
RM2JNN3FY–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 take off in an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2WWNEN3–U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Michael Fant, a corpsman with Weapons Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, provides medical aid to a simulated downed pilot during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Feb. 6, 2024. The TRAP course is designed to develop the capabilities of Marines to recover aircraft, personnel and equipment in austere environments. EOTG is a section of the I MEF command element that trains and evaluates
RMMHK7KJ–U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group conduct special patrol insertion and extraction operations training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 23, 2018. The Marines conducted the training to improve operational capabilities and to recertify helicopter rope suspension techniques masters. (U.S. Marine Corps
RM2JNN3F9–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2P25NBG–U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, run to a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 369, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, to hoist up a simulated pilot during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 24, 2023. The EOTG TRAP course enhances Marines' tactics, techniques, and procedures in expeditious search and rescue operations in preparation for future deployments.
RMMHK7KE–U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group prepare to be lifted from the ground during special patrol insertion and extraction operations training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 23, 2018. The Marines conducted the training to improve operational capabilities and to recertify helicopter rope suspension techniques masters from across II MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps
RM2JNN3HT–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 take off in an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
RM2P054BH–U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Alfonso Mendoza, an explosive ordnance disposal technician with 7th Engineer Support Battalion, 1st Marine Logistics Group, attaches explosives to a missile tube for disposal at a simulated downed aircraft site during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Jan. 24, 2023. The EOTG TRAP course enhances Marines' tactics, techniques, and procedures in expeditious search and rescue operations in preparation for future deployment
RMMHK7KH–U.S. Marines with II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group prepare to take off during special patrol insertion and extraction operations training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., March 23, 2018. The Marines conducted the training to improve operational capabilities and to recertify helicopter rope suspension techniques masters from across II MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps
RM2JNN3GR–U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 171 fast rope out of an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 265 during a Fast Rope Masters Course (FRMC) at Landing Zone Sterling, Okinawa, Japan, July 26, 2022. Fast roping allows Marines to enter landing zones that are too dangerous for helicopters to safely land. Fast Rope and Helicopter Rope Suspension Training teaches Marines proper knots and rappelling techniques, and builds confidence for maneuvering from air to ground. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Pfc. Justin J. Marty)
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