First Aid - Forward ⛑️⚕️ In exercise Steel Knight 25, VMM-161 supported a simulated mass casualty training event, where U.S. Marines, Sailors, and Airmen demonstrated integrated medical, aviation, and logistics capabilities in contested environments. 📸 Cpl. Nikolas Mascroft

3rd MAW's oldest, but fastest? 🤔 MALS-11 “Devilfish” marked 104 years of service with a squadron run at MCAS Miramar. #Marines honored the unit’s legacy, celebrated their achievements, and recognized standout performers like Cpl. Farhan Malik. 🔨 USMC 📸 LCpl Samantha Devine

3rd MAW honors historic Marine Corps celebration with 250 mile run 🏃 🇺🇸 In a 46-hour event, 3rd MAW Marines completed a 250-mile relay run at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar, Nov. 14, 2025, in honor of the Marine Corps’ 250th birthday. USMC 📸 by Lance. Cpl. Samantha Devine

@MCASMiramarCA @3rdmaw 2025 MAGTF Demo @EVT_News Additional photo link.... https://t.co/EVAflSmXcN Honored to be a part of the media coverage again this year. Thank you to all that took care of us in the media area!! ❤️💪🫡🇺🇸

Happy 78th Birthday to the @usairforce! After being separated from the @USArmy in 1947 and created into its own branch of service, the Air Force continues to fly, fight, and win into the wild blue yonder providing unmatched air dominance across the globe. From the

Thunderstruck: Marines compete in first ever service-wide communications team competition “The event attests to the whole-Marine concept — the ‘Marine communicator,’ not just the everyday communicator.” #USMC #Comms https://t.co/lfhauT9HHq

Osprey squadron “Ugly Angels” rally for Pensacola Reunion Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 362 “Ugly Angels,” Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, gathered on June 21, 2025, to honor their Vietnam veterans. U.S. Marine Corps 📸 by Lance Cpl. Michael Gavin

Happy 100th Birthday Devil Dog! 🎂 The phrase, ‘Once a Marine, always a Marine,’ has been a well-known principle throughout all Marines past and present. For Retired U.S. Marine Corps Col. George Newton, it was more present than ever during his 100th birthday celebration.

MCAS Miramar and 3rd MAW leadership recognized the hard work and dedication of volunteers and service members who supported the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society. (May 2, 2025). For ways to support: https://t.co/Crfpo51MSQ

On this day in 1968, #Marines activated Marine Aircraft Group 39 at Quang Tri Airfield in an intensifying province during the Vietnam War. Today, “#America’s MAG” continues to build on their illustrious history of supporting Marines worldwide in a range of military operations.

Once a Knight Is Never Enough LtCol Jeffrey Davis relinquished command of VMFA-314, which operated in combat & earned #MarineCorps Attack Squadron of the Year. His father, LtGen (Ret.) Jon Davis, former DCA, stood by—marking a proud moment for #USMC aviation across generations.

Project Legacy #Marines took to the skies over the Pacific in a formation flight uniting every aircraft in MAG-11. This display of precision flying honored Marine aviation’s past and future, showcasing air superiority and the integration of legacy and fifth-gen aircraft.

Last of His Kind Maj. Billy Hall fought in WWII, Korea & Vietnam—one of the last to enlist before Pearl Harbor & serve in all three. At 15, he joined the #MarineCorps. Today, we honored his legacy with a funeral flyover at Miramar National Cemetery. Semper Fi, Billy!

In alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) Instruction 5400.17 and recent Executive Orders issued by the President, the United States Marine Corps is reviewing and adjusting its social media content to ensure compliance with DoD policies and priorities. As a result, certain

SOAR with the Marines🦅 Marines with HMLA-367 train with Soldiers from the 160th SOAR & 75th Ranger Regiment, Feb 4, 2025. 📸 LCpl. Sanchez

HMH-462 trained alongside U.S. #Airmen from the 821st CRG during joint nighttime external lift training, successfully lifting a Humvee and troops. The CH-53E is the #MarineCorps’ heavy-lift aircraft, designed to transport heavy weapons, equipment, and troops. 📍Travis AFB, CA

Large Force Exercises launched by MAGs 11 and 13 yielded high-fidelity training for fourth and fifth-generation fighters. LFE featured defensive counter-air and strike missions, allowing Marine Corps aviators to stay ahead of the pacing threat and adapt to emerging challenges.

Howitzer in the Sky Using an MV-22B Osprey, Marines with VMM-364, 1st Distribution Support Battalion, CLR-1, and 2/11 conducted dual-point external lift ops, moving an M777A2 howitzer. The exercise highlights the MAGTF’s ability to deploy advanced artillery over long distances.

Leave no gap, stay Marine with DAP Last Friday, the 3rd MAW and 4th MAW CGs met at a Direct Affiliation Program officer roadshow at MCAS Miramar. DAP offers Marines a seamless transition to the Reserves, providing stability, incentives, and the opportunity to continue serving.

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