May 6, 2014, Marine Corps Base Quantico - Starting Monday May 5, Marine Corps Base Quantico will solicit input through an online climate survey to assess the organizational climate and identify opportunities for improvement. This will be very similar to the survey conducted about 18 months ago for civilian employees. There were some significant topics identified last year and … [Read more...]

May 2, 2014, MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 2 increased the proficiency of their pilots with low-level navigation flights April 17 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C. During low-level navigation flights, pilots fly the EA-6B Prowler at low of altitudes while traveling at increased speeds. "This training … [Read more...]

May 2, 2014, MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. - Marines and sailors planning permanent change of station moves during the summer season should expect a change to the amount of professional gear authorized as part of a funded PCS. The Department of Defense plans to change policies regarding authorized weight limits for professional gear and what items constitute … [Read more...]

FORT GEORGE G. MEADE, Md. - The Marine Corps recently launched a website and mobile application, which outline its operational and structural future. The Marine Corps Concepts & Programs website and application will replace the yearly almanac. Unlike the almanac, these new outlets will automatically update allowing the Marine Corps to provide up to the information. … [Read more...]

April 23, 2014, MARINE CORPS AIR STATION FUTENMA, OKINAWA, Japan - Marines with Marine Air Control Group 18, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, hosted Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members with the 15th Anti-aircraft Artillery Regiment who showcased new air-defense equipment April 16 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma. The event afforded the Marines, alongside U.S. Army soldiers … [Read more...]