Marines with 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, 1st Marine Division, and 1st Marine Logistics Group are in the midst of a large-scale exercise known as Winter Fury. The exercise will be conducted through February 19 throughout southern California and Arizona. Managing editor Tami Roleff has more information…
Winter Fury highlights 3rd MAW’s ability to fight a near-peer adversary by employing all of the aircraft in its inventory, to include F-35 Lightning II, AH-1Z Viper, UH-1Y Venom, F/A-18 Hornet, CH-53E Super Stallion, MV-22B Osprey, and KC-130J Super Hercules. During Winter Fury, 3rd MAW will conduct long-range strikes, deploy and support infantry Marines, assist in the transport of artillery assets, and provide logistical support to Marines on the ground. Additionally, 3rd MAW will work closely with the U.S. Navy to execute expeditionary advanced base operations, including the establishment of forward arming and refueling points.
