RM2M6FGGT–U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Anthony R. Schannette, left, aviation operations chief assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), receives his certificate of retirement aboard the USS Midway aircraft carrier, San Diego, California, April 27, 2022. Master Sgt. Schannette retired after 21 years of honorable service.
RM2M6FGGM–U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Anthony R. Schannette, left, aviation operations chief assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), stands at attention during his retirement ceremony aboard the USS Midway aircraft carrier, San Diego, California, April 27, 2022. Master Sgt. Schannette retired after 21 years of honorable service.
RM2M6FGG9–U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Anthony R. Schannette, left, aviation operations chief assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), gives his remarks during his retirement ceremony aboard the USS Midway aircraft carrier, San Diego, California, April 27, 2022. Master Sgt. Schannette retired after 21 years of honorable service.
RM2M6FGH7–U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Anthony R. Schannette, left, aviation operations chief assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), receives a folded U.S. flag during his retirement ceremony aboard the USS Midway aircraft carrier, San Diego, California, April 27, 2022. Master Sgt. Schannette retired after 21 years of honorable service.
RM2M6FGH5–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), participate in the passing down of Old Glory during a retirement ceremony for Master Sgt. Anthony R. Schannette, aviation operations chief, aboard the USS Midway aircraft carrier, San Diego, California, April 27, 2022. Master Sgt. Schannette retired after 21 years of honorable service.
RM2M7T42D–U.S. Marines with the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing Band perform during the Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) Change of Command Ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, on May 12, 2022. The MAWTS-1 Change of Command Ceremony marked the official passing of authority from the outgoing commanding officer, Col. Steve E. Gillette, to the incoming commanding officer, Col. Eric D. Purcell.
RM2MKEXG5–This event poster was created using digital illustration software in order to advertise the Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), Sept. 8, 2021. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assist in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFD8XK–This event poster was created using digital illustration software in order to advertise the Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), Sept. 8, 2021. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assist in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG21GM–U.S. Marines with Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conduct close air support during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 24, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M662E2–The sun sets over the flight line during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M7T42Y–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), salute the incoming commanding officer of MAWTS-1, Col. Eric D. Purcell, during the Change of Command Ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, on May 12, 2022. The MAWTS-1 Change of Command Ceremony marked the official passing of authority from the outgoing commanding officer, Col. Steve E. Gillette, to the incoming commanding officer, Col. Eric D. Purcell.
RM2M7T448–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), salute the past and present commanding officers of MAWTS-1, during a pass and review at a Change of Command Ceremony, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona on May 12, 2022. The MAWTS-1 Change of Command Ceremony marked the official passing of authority from the outgoing commanding officer, Col. Steve E. Gillette, to the incoming commanding officer, Col. Eric D. Purcell.
RM2M7T42K–U.S. Marine Corps, past and present commanding officers of Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), stand at attention during a pass and review during a Change of Command Ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, May 12, 2022. The MAWTS-1 Change of Command Ceremony marked the official passing of authority from the outgoing commanding officer, Col. Steve E. Gillette, to the incoming commanding officer, Col. Eric D. Purcell.
RM2MNA6NK–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) lands during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Playas, New Mexico, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFPKXJ–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) lands during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Playas, New Mexico, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MNA6PK–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) lands to refuel during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, near Tuscon, Arizona, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFPKXY–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) lands to refuel during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, near Tuscon, Arizona, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFE4W7–U.S. joint service members assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), check in for Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MKT1P7–U.S. joint service members assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), check in for Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MKT1PB–U.S. and joint service members assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), check in for Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFE4WX–U.S. and joint service members assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), check in for Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MNTMJE–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1) coordinate close air support during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG5YF5–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1) coordinate close air support during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MNTM49–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) embark an MV-22B Osprey during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG5YCX–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) embark an MV-22B Osprey during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M67T15–A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53H Super Stallion assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron one (MAWTS-1) takes off from Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 13, 2022. A WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M66777–A U.S. Marines Corps UH-1Y Venom, with Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), descends during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Deuce Village, near Yuma, Arizona, April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M662B3–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing, takes off during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M662DP–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing, takes off during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M662EJ–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing, takes off during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M662DW–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing, takes off during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M662B1–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing, takes off during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M66WE8–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conduct planning aboard an MV-22B Osprey during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 08, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M7T42P–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) and the incoming commanding officer, Col. Eric D. Purcell, salute the outgoing commanding officer of MAWTS-1, Col. Steve E. Gillette, during the Change of Command Ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona on May 12, 2022. The MAWTS-1 Change of Command Ceremony marked the official passing of authority from the outgoing commanding officer, Col. Steve E. Gillette, to the incoming commanding officer, Col. Eric D. Purcell.
RM2M683H6–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), prepare an F/A-18 Hornet for flight during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, on April 15, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFYRD0–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) prepare for a Marine expeditionary unit exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 13, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MP67H2–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1), participate in a close air support exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Urban Training Complex Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 9, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFW5NJ–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1), participate in a close air support exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Urban Training Complex Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 9, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MP033Y–U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conduct ground threat reaction drills in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M66WDY–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), prepare for flight aboard an MV-22B Osprey, during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 08, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M66JEB–A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), departs to conduct day and night gun exercises during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, near Yuma, Arizona, April 7, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assist in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG4K5N–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conducts live hoist exercises during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near San Clemente Island, California, Oct. 28, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFWYP0–A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion aircraft assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), executes an external lift of a non-functional rescue helicopter during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona on Oct. 12, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFWYNG–A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion aircraft assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) executes an external lift of a non-functional rescue helicopter during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona on Oct. 12, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFWJT4–A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules aircraft assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conducts an aerial delivery of supplies in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M683GT–A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), takes flight during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, on April 15, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M65YD1–U.S. Marines with Ground Base Air Defense, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), identify a target during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Auxiliary Airfield II, near Yuma, Arizona, April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M65YD0–U.S. Marines with Ground Base Air Defense, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), move to a firing position, during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Auxiliary Airfield II, near Yuma, Arizona, April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M65YCT–U.S. Marines with Ground Base Air Defense, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) load an FIM-92 Stinger, during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Auxiliary Airfield II, near Yuma, Arizona, April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M64BP8–U.S. Marine Corps tiltrotor crew chiefs, attached to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), board an MV-22B Osprey, during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, March 31, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assist in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG4K6F–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conducts live hoist exercises during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 at San Clemente Island, California, Oct. 28, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG4K68–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conducts live hoist exercises during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 at San Clemente Island, California, Oct. 28, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG4K5X–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conducts live hoist exercises during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 at San Clemente Island, California, Oct. 28, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFY8YT–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conduct a post flight check on a UH-1Y Venom during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 13, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFY8MX–A U.S. Marine Corps UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) lands for an ammunition resupply during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 13, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFY8MD–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conduct a post flight check on a UH-1Y Venom during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 13, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFPKXG–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conducts an urban landing during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Playas, New Mexico, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MNA2NA–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), wait to conduct static line airborne operations on a KC-130J Hercules during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 over Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MNA3AY–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) standby to conduct static line airborne operations aboard a KC-130J Hercules during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, over Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFPJXE–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) standby to conduct static line airborne operations aboard a KC-130J Hercules during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, over Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MNA6N0–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conducts an urban landing during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Playas, New Mexico, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFPJYA–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), wait to conduct static line airborne operations on a KC-130J Hercules during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 over Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MMNWYJ–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conduct a combat load during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, at Auxiliary Airfield II, near Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 21, 2022. The WTI course is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFK26P–U.S. Marines assigned to Aviation Ground Support, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conduct a combat unload during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, at Auxiliary Airfield II, near Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 21, 2022. The WTI course is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFK273–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conduct a combat load during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, at Auxiliary Airfield II, near Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 21, 2022. The WTI course is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MMNWY6–U.S. Marines assigned to Aviation Ground Support, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conduct a combat unload during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, at Auxiliary Airfield II, near Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 21, 2022. The WTI course is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MKT2B5–U.S. Marines assigned to various units all over the world, check in for Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MKT2AN–U.S. Marines assigned to various units all over the world, check in for Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFE4X0–U.S. Marines assigned to various units all over the world, check in for Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFE4WE–U.S. Marines assigned to various units all over the world, check in for Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23, hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 11, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MP0X7H–U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Ospreys assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conduct flying maneuvers and day tactics drills during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 8, 2022. The WTI course is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1 providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MNTMJ8–Cans of linked 7.62mm ammunition for an M240D machine gun are staged aboard an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1) during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23, at Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG5YF9–Cans of linked 7.62mm ammunition for an M240D machine gun are staged aboard an MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1) during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23, at Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MNTM1C–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) prepare to embark an MV-22B Osprey during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KG5YCY–U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) prepare to embark an MV-22B Osprey during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MN9TJR–A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), touches down during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardization advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness and assist in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFPJ55–A U.S. Marine Corps KC-130J Hercules assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), touches down during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardization advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness and assist in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M669X7–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing, taxis out for a training sortie during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M669YA–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing, taxis out for a training sortie during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M669XR–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing, taxis out for a training sortie during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M662B9–Members of the 114th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct a foreign object debris (FOD) walk during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M662BD–Members of the 114th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct a foreign object debris (FOD) walk during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M65KRC–F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing park under a sun shade during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 4, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M65M1M–An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing parks under a sun shade during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 4, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M65KR1–F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing park under a sun shade during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 4, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M65KR4–F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing park under a sun shade during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 4, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M65KRG–F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 114th Fighter Wing park under a sun shade during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 4, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M668F3–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey with Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), is prepared for takeoff after a refuel during Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course (WTI) 2-22, near Yuma, Arizona, April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M668C1–U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Samuel Wolborsky, an MV-22 pilot assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), prepares for an air-to-air refuel during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, near Dugway, Utah, April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M668CA–U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Samuel Wolborsky, an MV-22 pilot assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), prepares for an air-to-air refuel during Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course (WTI) 2-22, near Dugway, Utah, April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M668C3–U.S. Air Force Maj. Samuel Rimsnider, an MV-22 pilot assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), prepares for an air-to-air refuel during Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course (WTI) 2-22, near Dugway, Utah, April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M642XJ–U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Braden Stolter from Brookings, Oregon, assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), fires an M240D 7.62mm machine gun, in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, March 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M7T42A–U.S. Marine Corps Col. Eric D. Purcell, left, incoming commanding officer of Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), receives the unit colors from Col. Steve E. Gillette, outgoing commanding officer, during the MAWTS-1 Change of Command Ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona on May 12, 2022. The MAWTS-1 Change of Command Ceremony marked the official passing of authority from the outgoing commanding officer, Col. Steve E. Gillette, to the incoming commanding officer, Col. Eric D. Purcell.
RM2M683DN–U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 Hornets assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) are staged on a flight line during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, on April 15, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M642XK–U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. William Dowling from Dyersburg, Tennessee, assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), fires an M240D 7.62mm machine gun, in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, March 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M642XD–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey begins descending after a defense weapon system (DWS) operation in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, near Yuma, Arizona, March 30, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2KFW5P8–U.S. Marines assigned to Tactical Air Control Party, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1), participate in a close air support exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Urban Training Complex Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 9, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MP68P2–U.S. Marines assigned to Tactical Air Control Party, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics One (MAWTS-1), participate in a close air support exercise during Weapons and Tactics Instructors (WTI) course 1-23 at Urban Training Complex Yodaville, near Yuma, Arizona, on Oct. 9, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2MP0363–A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey aircraft assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1) conducts ground threat reaction drills in support of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 1-23 near Yuma, Arizona, Oct. 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
RM2M668M7–U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E Super Stallion, assigned to Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One (MAWTS-1), conducts a nighttime external lift during Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22, at site 67 training area, near Wellton, Arizona, on April 6, 2022. WTI is a seven-week training event hosted by MAWTS-1, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics.
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