MCAS Cherry Point News

Siblings Sophie and Evan play with bubbles during a Family Fishing Day hosted by the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) at Oceana Fishing Pier, Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, April 2, 2022. The MAC hosted this event to thank military personnel and their families for their service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker) - Siblings Sophie and Evan play with bubbles during a Family Fishing Day hosted by the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) at Oceana Fishing Pier, Atlantic Beach, North Carolina, April 2, 2022. The MAC hosted this event to thank military personnel and their families for their service. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Rycen Yaban is a Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT) student, serves as class leader for two intermediate level avionics classes at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 30, 2022. Yaban was quickly assigned class leader for her initiative and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok) - U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Rycen Yaban is a Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training (CNATT) student, serves as class leader for two intermediate level avionics classes at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 30, 2022. Yaban was quickly assigned class leader for her initiative and attention to detail. (U.S. Marine Corps photo illustration by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok)

Gary Baldree, a volunteer at the Pig Pickin’ cuts into a roasted pig at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 29, 2022. Every spring and fall the Havelock Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) puts together a Pig Pickin’ to welcome Marines stationed at MCAS Cherry Point to the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker) - Gary Baldree, a volunteer at the Pig Pickin’ cuts into a roasted pig at Hancock Lodge, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 29, 2022. Every spring and fall the Havelock Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee (MAC) puts together a Pig Pickin’ to welcome Marines stationed at MCAS Cherry Point to the community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

The National Montford Point Marines Association (NMPMA) Chapter 36 discusses the legacy of the Montford Point Marines at Two Rivers Theater, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 24, 2022. NMPMA Chapter 36 held a discussion on Montford Point and its Marines. The NMPMA is a nonprofit veteran's organization, committed to carrying on the legacy of the Montford Point Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram) - The National Montford Point Marines Association (NMPMA) Chapter 36 discusses the legacy of the Montford Point Marines at Two Rivers Theater, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 24, 2022. NMPMA Chapter 36 held a discussion on Montford Point and its Marines. The NMPMA is a nonprofit veteran's organization, committed to carrying on the legacy of the Montford Point Marines. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

Kristal Humphrey, right, civilian human resources director for Marine Corps Installations (MCI) East, presents a Certificate of Commendation to Jennifer Archer, center, human resources specialist for Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, at an award ceremony at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 15, 2021. Archer was recognized as Civilian of the Year for leading her team’s efforts to negotiate contracts between MCAS Cherry Point and various labor unions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker) - Kristal Humphrey, right, civilian human resources director for Marine Corps Installations (MCI) East, presents a Certificate of Commendation to Jennifer Archer, center, human resources specialist for Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, at an award ceremony at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, March 15, 2021. Archer was recognized as Civilian of the Year for leading her team’s efforts to negotiate contracts between MCAS Cherry Point and various labor unions. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), and its trained staff, is a resource designed to meet the special medical and educational needs of active duty family members. Educational training and monthly social groups are organized to give family members the opportunity to learn from others who face similar challenges, and an access to a vast network of local, state, and national resources. You can contact EFMP at (252) 466-7533, or by visiting building 232 Monday thru Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok) - The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP), and its trained staff, is a resource designed to meet the special medical and educational needs of active duty family members. Educational training and monthly social groups are organized to give family members the opportunity to learn from others who face similar challenges, and an access to a vast network of local, state, and national resources. You can contact EFMP at (252) 466-7533, or by visiting building 232 Monday thru Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Aliannah T. Bartok)

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Sandra Accilien, an administrative specialist assigned to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 14, front row center left, stands with fellow Marines and members of the New Bern community at a Service Person of the Quarter event at the New Bern Golf and Country Club, North Carolina, March 10, 2022. Accilien was recognized by the New Bern Military Alliance for her positive impact on the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker) - U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Sandra Accilien, an administrative specialist assigned to Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 14, front row center left, stands with fellow Marines and members of the New Bern community at a Service Person of the Quarter event at the New Bern Golf and Country Club, North Carolina, March 10, 2022. Accilien was recognized by the New Bern Military Alliance for her positive impact on the local community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Mark Wise, deputy commandant for Aviation, listens to an overview briefing from Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, in the air traffic control tower during a visit to MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 9, 2022. This visit gave Wise an in-depth look at the installation as it prepares for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram) - U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Mark Wise, deputy commandant for Aviation, listens to an overview briefing from Col. Mikel Huber, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point commanding officer, in the air traffic control tower during a visit to MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 9, 2022. This visit gave Wise an in-depth look at the installation as it prepares for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Jacob Bertram)

The aircraft will be used as a maintenance and overhaul trainer for Fleet Readiness Center East employees to hone their skills before working on a fleet aircraft. - A stricken MV-22 Osprey is off-loaded at the Navy Boat Docks on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Jan. 14, 2022. The aircraft will be used as a maintenance and overhaul trainer for Fleet Readiness Center East employees to hone their skills before working on a fleet aircraft. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Noah Braswell)