Modernization & Innovation – That PAO Guy

Category: Modernization & Innovation

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The “sundown” of the AV-8B Harrier II, an iconic aircraft that has supported joint and Marine Corps operations for over 40 years, also represents the dawn of a new era; it paves the way for 2nd MAW’s full transition to the F-35B and C Lightning II.

Marine Corps News, Modernization & Innovation

VMA-223 celebrates sundown as Marine Corps’ final Harrier squadron

June 4, 2026 — 0 Comments

Marines aboard a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 169, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, toss a first person view unmanned aircraft system during an integration assessment exercise at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, May 13, 2026.

Marine Corps News, Modernization & Innovation

H-1s Become Drone Control Platforms

May 27, 2026 — 0 Comments

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Christian Contreras, an infantryman assigned to Ground Sensor Platoon, 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, places a ground sensor as part of ground sensor training with Tunisian special forces in Bizerte, Tunisia, April 22, 2026.

Marine Corps News, Modernization & Innovation

US Marines debut new ground sensor systems during African Lion 2026 in Tunisia

April 29, 2026 — 0 Comments