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Marines

Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan

News Stories

Archive: July, 2004

Station saves money, energy

In a strong effort to save money and conserve energy, Station officials have asked residence to conserve electricity in their homes and workspaces. Green Outs, the voluntary act of turning off unnecessary electricity at work or at home, will run sporadically through the summer months. "Last year we called Green Out 10 times," said Chief Petty

Banshees scream into Guam

Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 1 deployed to Guam, July 15, to partake in the Training in an Urban Environment Exercise. The Banshees, based out of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., took a few of their birds, the EA-6B Prowler, and more than 160 Marines and Sailors to support the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit in the

Marines stir up quality training

Feeding hundreds of Marines a day can be difficult, but remove running water, convection ovens and steam coppers, and the challenge grows. Nearly 30 food service specialists from Marine Wing Support Squadron 171 conducted a field mess training exercise here, July 13-14. "We conduct this type of training once a quarter," said Staff Sgt. Sonia

Community contributes to annual cleanups

More than 800 residents of Iwakuni, both on and off the Station, made their way out to the Nishiki River, July 10, and the Tsuzumigaura Beach, July 13, donned with working gloves and trash bags to take part in the beautification of Iwakuni City. The annual cleanup events are comprised of residents who volunteer to pull weeds and remove litter from

Safety enhanced with new hotline

The Station's Anti-terrorism Force Protection Office has once again raised the standards for the safety of residents here. As of today, a hotline dedicated to AT/FP issues will be available for Station residents to call. "The new hotline number will be 253-ATFP (2837)," said Andrew Samuels, Station's Anti-terrorism Force Protection officer. "We

Station officials warn against identity theft

With nine simple numbers or a bank receipt thrown into the trash, a service member's identity can be mirrored and vital information obtained. Identity theft involves taking personal information and using it for personal gain. Criminals can use basic information to make purchases or for other means of wreaking havoc in someone's life. "If you find

Marines blast away Northern Edge '04

What do bombing ranges and the enemy have in common? If they're targeted by Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 225, they can both thank the ordnance Marines of Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12. A recent deployment to Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, for the joint-service Exercise Northern Edge '04, provided a blast of adventure for the

Goodwill exchanged through summer fun

Marine Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 1 hosted the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Air Patrol Squadron 91 during a goodwill exchange, July 9. The event featured a tour of the Station, a barbecue that included American and Japanese foods and a sports exchange at the JMSDF Gym. "The Marine Prowler community has a long-standing relationship

Pomeroy passes 5,000 flight hours

It was 25 years to the day that Col. Stephen Pomeroy, Marine Aircraft Group 12 commanding officer, first strapped himself in a military aircraft. Now, he has surpassed a mark few Marine aviators ever see in their careers. On July 9, Pomeroy, upon completion of a routine training flight, exceeded 5,000 total flight hours. Although the majority of

Hawks nest in Pacific Region

The Hawks of Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 533 deployed to Iwakuni, July 9, as part of a six-month Unit Deployment Program. The Hawks are replacing the Thunderbolts of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 251, who will return to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C. The deployment marks the first time the Hawks have deployed since