Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan

Brig. Gen. William D. Beydler, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general, waits in the cockpit of an F/A-18 Hornet while Marines of Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 inspect the aircraft to ensure all components are in flying condition on the flightline here July 13. Beydler visited the air station to meet with Marines and sailors. - Brig. Gen. William D. Beydler, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general, waits in the cockpit of an F/A-18 Hornet while Marines of Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 242 inspect the aircraft to ensure all components are in flying condition on the flightline here July 13. Beydler visited the air station to meet with Marines and sailors.