MASA 24: VMFA-214 Black Sheep fly F-35Bs in Philippine-U.S. LLFX
U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 371, Marine Air Control Group 38, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, refuel a F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 214, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd MAW, after a littoral live-fire exercise off the coast of Ilocos Norte and Zambales, during Marine Aviation Support Activity 24 at Clark Air Base, Luzon, Philippines, June 15, 2024. The LLFX showcased the integrated command and control capabilities of the U.S. and Philippine armed forces in a territorial defense scenario featuring a coordinated bilateral surface and maritime strike. MASA is an annual Philippine-U.S. military exercise focused on mutual defense, strengthening relationships, and rehearsing emerging aviation concepts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez)
MASA 24: VMFA-214 Black Sheep fly F-35Bs in Philippine-U.S. LLFX
U.S. Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 371, Marine Air Control Group 38, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, refuel a F-35B Lightning II with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 214, Marine Aircraft Group 13, 3rd MAW, after a littoral live-fire exercise off the coast of Ilocos Norte and Zambales, during Marine Aviation Support Activity 24 at Clark Air Base, Luzon, Philippines, June 15, 2024. The LLFX showcased the integrated command and control capabilities of the U.S. and Philippine armed forces in a territorial defense scenario featuring a coordinated bilateral surface and maritime strike. MASA is an annual Philippine-U.S. military exercise focused on mutual defense, strengthening relationships, and rehearsing emerging aviation concepts. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jennifer Sanchez)