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Marines execute fast-rope techniques out of a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter Jan. 8 at a landing zone on Camp Hansen. “It’s important for the Marines to be comfortable with their gear when coming down (the rope),” said
Sgt. Gregory J. Dominguez. “In hostile environments, they can’t be scared to come down from the helicopter. They have to be focused.” Dominguez is a machine gun section leader with 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, currently assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The Marines are with 2nd Bn., 5th Marines, and the helicopter and crew are with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463, currently assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran/Released)

Marines execute fast-rope techniques out of a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter Jan. 8 at a landing zone on Camp Hansen. “It’s important for the Marines to be comfortable with their gear when coming down (the rope),” said Sgt. Gregory J. Dominguez. “In hostile environments, they can’t be scared to come down from the helicopter. They have to be focused.” Dominguez is a machine gun section leader with 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, currently assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The Marines are with 2nd Bn., 5th Marines, and the helicopter and crew are with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463, currently assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran

Marines practice their fast-roping techniques Jan. 8 at Camp Hansen. The Marines fast-roped down from a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter in a precision hover at 30 feet. More than 100 infantrymen completed two iterations, one with minimal equipment and the second with full packs and weapons. The Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, currently assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The helicopter and crew are with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463, currently assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU, III MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran/Released)

Marines practice their fast-roping techniques Jan. 8 at Camp Hansen. The Marines fast-roped down from a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter in a precision hover at 30 feet. More than 100 infantrymen completed two iterations, one with minimal equipment and the second with full packs and weapons. The Marines are with 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, currently assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The helicopter and crew are with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 463, currently assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st MEU, III MEF. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran

Maj. Neil E. Oswald, center, inspects his CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with his crew before flying Jan. 8 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. Oswald is a CH-53E pilot with HMH-463. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran/Released)

Maj. Neil E. Oswald, center, inspects his CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with his crew before flying Jan. 8 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. Oswald is a CH-53E pilot with HMH-463. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran

Hiromu Nakamaru places a cranial over his head while sitting in the cockpit of an MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft Dec. 9 during an orientation tour at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. Nakamaru and other members of the Japan House of Representatives and Senate visited the air station to gain a better understanding of the Osprey. Nakamaru is a member of the Japan House of Representatives, and the Osprey is a part of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force.

Hiromu Nakamaru places a cranial over his head while sitting in the cockpit of an MV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft Dec. 9 during an orientation tour at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. Nakamaru and other members of the Japan House of Representatives and Senate visited the air station to gain a better understanding of the Osprey. Nakamaru is a member of the Japan House of Representatives, and the Osprey is a part of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force.

Photo by Sgt. Brian A. Marion

Brunei media prepare for a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey to take off Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Brunei media prepare for a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey to take off Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

Brunei media walk off a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey after taking a demonstration flight Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Brunei media walk off a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey after taking a demonstration flight Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

Brunei media board a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government agencies and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Brunei media board a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government agencies and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

Brunei media photograph their first flight on a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Brunei media photograph their first flight on a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

Brunei media photograph their first flight on a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Brunei media photograph their first flight on a U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey Dec. 5 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

An MV-22B Osprey hovers in front of flags from participating nations during an aerial demonstration at the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition at the BRIDEX Exhibition Center in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, Dec. 5, 2013. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jerome S. Tayborn)

An MV-22B Osprey hovers in front of flags from participating nations during an aerial demonstration at the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition at the BRIDEX Exhibition Center in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei, Dec. 5, 2013. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jerome S. Tayborn)

Photo by Air Force Master Sgt. Jerome S. Tayborn

Distinguished guests look out the back of an MV-22B Osprey in flight Dec. 4 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Distinguished guests look out the back of an MV-22B Osprey in flight Dec. 4 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

Distinguished guests walk off an MV-22B Osprey after taking a demonstration flight Dec. 4 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Distinguished guests walk off an MV-22B Osprey after taking a demonstration flight Dec. 4 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government organizations and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

Distinguished guests prepare for an MV-22B Osprey to take off Dec. 4 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government agencies and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Distinguished guests prepare for an MV-22B Osprey to take off Dec. 4 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government agencies and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey prepares to land after a flight at Rimba Air Base during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition, Dec. 4, 2013. The MV-22 is the world’s first production tilt-rotor aircraft. This aircraft’s tilt-rotor technology is revolutionizing military assault support in a manner not seen since the introduction of helicopters more than 50 years ago. Unlike any aircraft before it, the MV-22 successfully blends the vertical flight capabilities of helicopters with the speed, range, altitude and endurance of fixed-wing transports. This unique combination provides an unprecedented advantage to warfighters, allowing current missions to be executed more effectively, and new missions to be accomplished. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for networking and sharing technology with regional partners and allies which builds strong multilateral relationships, increases cooperation and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. Displays and demonstrations provide DOD and U.S. companies an opportunity to showcase U.S. defense capabilities across land, sea, air and security spectrums. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jerome S. Tayborn)

A U.S. Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey prepares to land after a flight at Rimba Air Base during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition, Dec. 4, 2013. The MV-22 is the world’s first production tilt-rotor aircraft. This aircraft’s tilt-rotor technology is revolutionizing military assault support in a manner not seen since the introduction of helicopters more than 50 years ago. Unlike any aircraft before it, the MV-22 successfully blends the vertical flight capabilities of helicopters with the speed, range, altitude and endurance of fixed-wing transports. This unique combination provides an unprecedented advantage to warfighters, allowing current missions to be executed more effectively, and new missions to be accomplished. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for networking and sharing technology with regional partners and allies which builds strong multilateral relationships, increases cooperation and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. Displays and demonstrations provide DOD and U.S. companies an opportunity to showcase U.S. defense capabilities across land, sea, air and security spectrums. (U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Jerome S. Tayborn)

Photo by Air Force Master Sgt. Jerome S. Tayborn

Distinguished guests board an MV-22B Osprey Dec. 4 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government agencies and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Distinguished guests board an MV-22B Osprey Dec. 4 at Rimba Air Base, Brunei, during the 4th biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition and Conference. Government agencies and various companies at BRIDEX 13 represented approximately 70 countries. The five-day event includes displays and demonstrations of military equipment, with the theme of bridging the capability gap. BRIDEX 13 is an opportunity for communication and cooperation with regional partners and allies, builds strong multilateral relationships and enhances preparedness for disasters and other contingency operations. U.S. participation in BRIDEX 13 demonstrates cooperative engagement with Brunei and continued commitment to regional security and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. The Osprey is assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Air Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton/Released)

Photo by Cpl. Alyssa Gunton

An MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 36, parks on the flight line of Andersen AFB, Guam, during exercise Forager Fury II, 7 Dec. 2013. The inclusion of the MV-22B Osprey from VMM-262 provides a unique opportunity for MAG-12 to incorporate the diverse capabilities of the aircraft into MAG-level exercises

An MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 36, parks on the flight line of Andersen AFB, Guam, during exercise Forager Fury II, 7 Dec. 2013. The inclusion of the MV-22B Osprey from VMM-262 provides a unique opportunity for MAG-12 to incorporate the diverse capabilities of the aircraft into MAG-level exercises

Photo by Lance Cpl. Richard Currier

The MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Wing 36, sits on the runway of Andersen AFB, Guam during exercise Forager Fury II (FFII), 7 Dec. 2013. FFII Improves the aviation combat readiness of Marine Aircraft Group 12 and 1st Marine Aircraft Wing and simulates operations in a deployed environment. (Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Richard Currier/Released)

The MV-22B Osprey assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262, Marine Aircraft Wing 36, sits on the runway of Andersen AFB, Guam during exercise Forager Fury II (FFII), 7 Dec. 2013. FFII Improves the aviation combat readiness of Marine Aircraft Group 12 and 1st Marine Aircraft Wing and simulates operations in a deployed environment. (Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Richard Currier/Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Richard Currier

Marines and corpsmen embark a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter Nov. 7 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma during a training event. The Marines and sailors trained on how to properly board and disembark a helicopter as well as securing a stretcher with a casualty in a helicopter. The Marines and corpsmen are with 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The CH-53E and crew are with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 772, currently assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF, under the unit deployment program.

Marines and corpsmen embark a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter Nov. 7 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma during a training event. The Marines and sailors trained on how to properly board and disembark a helicopter as well as securing a stretcher with a casualty in a helicopter. The Marines and corpsmen are with 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The CH-53E and crew are with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 772, currently assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF, under the unit deployment program.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Donald Peterson

Marines and corpsmen embark a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter Nov. 7 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma during a training event. The Marines and sailors trained on how to properly board and disembark a helicopter as well as securing a stretcher with a casualty in a helicopter. The Marines and corpsmen are with 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The CH-53E and crew are with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 772, currently assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF, under the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Donald T. Peterson/Released)

Marines and corpsmen embark a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter Nov. 7 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma during a training event. The Marines and sailors trained on how to properly board and disembark a helicopter as well as securing a stretcher with a casualty in a helicopter. The Marines and corpsmen are with 3rd Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force. The CH-53E and crew are with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 772, currently assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III MEF, under the unit deployment program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Donald T. Peterson/Released)

Photo by Lance Cpl. Donald T. Peterson

Marines extinguish a fire on a mobile aircraft fire training device Sept. 18 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. During the training, a senior ARFF specialist stands near the Marines extinguishing the fire to ensure they practice the proper techniques. The Marines are ARFF specialists with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron.

Marines extinguish a fire on a mobile aircraft fire training device Sept. 18 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. During the training, a senior ARFF specialist stands near the Marines extinguishing the fire to ensure they practice the proper techniques. The Marines are ARFF specialists with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron.

Photo by Lance Cpl. Natalie M. Rostran

Marine Corps Air Station Futenma