Videos

Marine Attack Squadron 311 AV-8B Harriers fire the AGM-65E 'Maverick' missile during the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit's Amphibious Integration Training, August 5, 2017. The Maverick is a laser guided, air-to-surface tactical missile designed to eliminate armored targets and hardened structures. VMA-311 is concluding the Harrier's 'farewell tour' with the 31st MEU as the force transitions to the F-35B Lightning II Joint Strike Fighter. The 31st MEU partners with the Navy’s Amphibious Squadron 11 to form the amphibious component of the Bonhomme Richard Expeditionary Strike Group. The 31st MEU and PHIBRON 11 conducted Amphibious Integration Training in preparation for Certificaton Exercise, and to ensure readiness for crisis response throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Garett Burns/Released)

In this episode, pilot the AV-8B Harrier using short take offs and vertical landings on the flight deck of the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6).

AV-8B Harriers with Marine Attack Squadron 542, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct carrier landing qualifications at night aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard at sea. Currently deployed in the Asia-Pacific region in support of theatre security operations, the Air Combat Element of the MEU continually trains vital techniques in ship-board operations for upcoming exercises. VMA 542 is the fixed wing asset of the MEU's Air Combat Element, providing long distance reconnaissance and close air support capabilities. Soundbites include Maj. Howard Longwell - AV-8B Harrier Pilot, VMA 542, Hometown: Waterloo, NY. Suggested Lead: Think landing jets on the deck of a moving ship is difficult ? Cpl. Jonathan Wright shows us how the 31st MEU's AV-8B Harrier pilots land their jets vertically, in compete darkness. Suggested Tag - The 31st MEU is the only continuously forward deployed MEU and is the Marine Corp's force in readiness in the Asia Pacific region. Produced by Cpl. Jonathan G. Wright. Also available in High Definition.

AV-8B Harriers with Marine Attack Squadron 542 join the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard the USS Bonhomme Richard at sea. The 31st MEU is currently deployed in the Asia-Pacific region in support of theater security operations. VMA 542 is the fixed wing asset of the MEU's Air Combat Element, providing long distance reconnaissance and close air support capabilities. Soundbite from Capt. Kevin Hughes. Also available in high definition

Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit assisted Sailors of the USS Essex in resupplying the ship at sea, refueling while also transporting food and supplies via helicopter, utilizing aircraft of Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced). Includes sound bites from Cpl. John McIntosh, Flight Equipment Technician, HMM 265 (REIN), 31st MEU. Also available in high definition.

Marines and Sailors of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, including Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 4th Marines and Combat Logistics Battalion 31, conduct a noncombatant evacuation operation for fictional American refugees. Part of the MEU’s certification exercise, the NEO is one of many training scenarios prior to their continuing deployment in the Asia-Pacific region. Includes sound bites from Lance Cpl. Colin Hoffman, Military Policeman, CLB 31, 31st MEU. Also available in high definition.

Marines and Sailors of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit conduct a simulated Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operation during the MEU’s certification exercise. Including elements of Battalion Landing Team 1st Battalion, 4th Marines and Combat Logistics Battalion 31, the HADR spanned a total of three days and provided relief aid to 85 locals. Includes sound bites from 1st Lt. Matt Halligan, Motor Transport Officer, CLB 31, 31st MEU. Also available in high definition.

Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced) and Marine Attack Squadron 311, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, conduct take off and landing exercises under the cover of night. The exercise was part of the air combat element’s testing during the MEU’s amphibious integration training and certification training. Available in High Definition.

Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced) and Marine Attack Squadron 311 land aboard the USS Essex (LHD-2) to join the Marines and Sailors of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit in the upcoming amphibious integration training and certification exercise. Following the rehearsals, the 31st MEU will continue their deployment in the Asia-Pacific region. Available in High Definition.