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Marine Corps Air Station Futenma

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Mission Statement

Operate, Maintain, and sustain the air station in support of marine corps forces pacific and follow-on u.s., joint, combined, and allied forces in order to deter aggression, respond to crisis or contingency operations, and sustain readiness within the indo-pacific region by providing responsive, comprehensive, and resilient services, support, and facilities during operations and training.  
Colonel William Pacatte, Commanding Officer of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, and French Navy Captain Jérôme Chardon flew aboard a French Navy F200 Gardian maritime surveillance aircraft during a mission to document North Korean violations of UN sanctions in the East China Sea. Under the United Nations Command Rear (UNC-R) flag, the French F200 has been forward deployed and operating out of Futenma due to its friendship, unrivaled support, and strategic positioning within the region.

Oct 19 2023

Colonel William Pacatte and French Navy Captain Jérôme Chardon

Colonel William Pacatte, Commanding Officer of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, and French Navy Captain Jérôme Chardon flew aboard a French Navy F200 Gardian maritime surveillance aircraft during a mission to document North Korean violations of UN sanctions in the East China Sea. Under the United Nations Command Rear (UNC-R) flag, the French F200 has been forward deployed and operating out of Futenma due to its friendship, unrivaled support, and strategic positioning within the region.

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 Your hard work can pay off if you make the right choices.

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Your hard work can pay off if you make the right choices.

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 12 Sep 23 - Sgt Ana Martinez is “coined” by the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Smith, for sustained outstanding performance of her duties at MCAS Futenma.

Sep 18 2023

Sgt Ana Martinez is “coined” by the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps

SGT Rachaelanne M. Woodward

12 Sep 23 - Sgt Ana Martinez is “coined” by the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Smith, for sustained outstanding performance of her duties at MCAS Futenma.

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 12 Sept 23 – Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Smith, and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, SgtMaj Ruiz, pose with some recently promoted and awarded Marines aboard MCAS Futenma.

Sep 18 2023

Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Smith, and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, SgtMaj Ruiz, pose with some recently promoted and awarded Marines aboard MCAS Futenma.

SGT Rachaelanne M. Woodward

12 Sept 23 – Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Smith, and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, SgtMaj Ruiz, pose with some recently promoted and awarded Marines aboard MCAS Futenma.

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 Marines from MCAS Futenma Air Traffic Control section conduct airfield clean-up operations following Typhoon KHANUN where wind speeds exceeded 100 mph for multiple days.

Sep 14 2023

Marines from MCAS Futenma Air Traffic Control section conduct airfield clean-up operations following Typhoon KHANUN where wind speeds exceeded 100 mph for multiple days.

Sgt. William Knight

Marines from MCAS Futenma Air Traffic Control section conduct airfield clean-up operations following Typhoon KHANUN where wind speeds exceeded 100 mph for multiple days.

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 MCAS Futenma hosts a USAF C-5 Galaxy in support of a HMLA-169 detachment deployment to the Philippines as part of a III MEF bi-lateral exercise.

Sep 14 2023

MCAS Futenma hosts a USAF C-5 Galaxy in support of a HMLA-169 detachment deployment to the Philippines as part of a III MEF bi-lateral exercise.

Sgt. William Knight

MCAS Futenma hosts a USAF C-5 Galaxy in support of a HMLA-169 detachment deployment to the Philippines as part of a III MEF bi-lateral exercise.

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 Marines from MCAS Futenma Expeditionary Firefighting and Recovery conduct night arrested landing training with F/A-18s from VMFA(AW)-115.

Sep 14 2023

Marines from MCAS Futenma Expeditionary Firefighting and Recovery conduct night arrested landing training with F/A-18s from VMFA(AW)-115.

Sgt. William Knight

Marines from MCAS Futenma Expeditionary Firefighting and Recovery conduct night arrested landing training with F/A-18s from VMFA(AW)-115.

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 Col Pacatte and Ginowan Police Chief Nakamoto sign a Humanitarian Access Agreement to allow local first responders access to the air station in the event of an emergency.

Sep 14 2023

Col Pacatte and Ginowan Police Chief Nakamoto sign a Humanitarian Access Agreement to allow local first responders access to the air station in the event of an emergency.

Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas

U.S. Marine Corps Col. William C. Pacatte, commander for Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, and Ginowan Police Chief Nakamoto Taka have a sign the Humanitarian Access Agreement on MCAS Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, Aug. 18, 2023. Under this agreement, with the understanding and support of the United States Military, police vehicles will be given access through MCAS Futenman in the event of large-scale disasters or emergency situations, allowing police personnel to respond quicker. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Sgt. Maximiliano Rosas)

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 Every Tuesday – Marines from across MCAS Futenma teach English to Okinawa residents during the weekly English language discussion group hosted by the MCAS Futenma Religious Ministry Team.

Sep 14 2023

Every Tuesday – Marines from across MCAS Futenma teach English to Okinawa residents during the weekly English language discussion group hosted by the MCAS Futenma Religious Ministry Team.

Knight Sgt William L.

Every Tuesday – Marines from across MCAS Futenma teach English to Okinawa residents during the weekly English language discussion group hosted by the MCAS Futenma Religious Ministry Team.

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Colonel William Pacatte, Commanding Officer of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, and French Navy Captain Jérôme Chardon flew aboard a French Navy F200 Gardian maritime surveillance aircraft during a mission to document North Korean violations of UN sanctions in the East China Sea. Under the United Nations Command Rear (UNC-R) flag, the French F200 has been forward deployed and operating out of Futenma due to its friendship, unrivaled support, and strategic positioning within the region. Your hard work can pay off if you make the right choices. 12 Sep 23 - Sgt Ana Martinez is “coined” by the Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Smith, for sustained outstanding performance of her duties at MCAS Futenma. 12 Sept 23 – Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Smith, and Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, SgtMaj Ruiz, pose with some recently promoted and awarded Marines aboard MCAS Futenma. Marines from MCAS Futenma Air Traffic Control section conduct airfield clean-up operations following Typhoon KHANUN where wind speeds exceeded 100 mph for multiple days. MCAS Futenma hosts a USAF C-5 Galaxy in support of a HMLA-169 detachment deployment to the Philippines as part of a III MEF bi-lateral exercise. Marines from MCAS Futenma Expeditionary Firefighting and Recovery conduct night arrested landing training with F/A-18s from VMFA(AW)-115. Col Pacatte and Ginowan Police Chief Nakamoto sign a Humanitarian Access Agreement to allow local first responders access to the air station in the event of an emergency. Every Tuesday – Marines from across MCAS Futenma teach English to Okinawa residents during the weekly English language discussion group hosted by the MCAS Futenma Religious Ministry Team.

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mcas futenma priorities

Priority 1:  Provide the quality of life our marines and sailors deserve
priority 2:  continue our legacy of excellence to meet marforpac, joint                        force, and allied & partner (a&p) operational requirements
Priority 3:  prepare to fight from mcas futenma
Priority 4:  strengthen our positive relationships with okinawans
Priority 5:  strengthen relationships with joint force allies & partners                        (a&P)

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