MCAS Cherry Point News

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Matthew Freire, left, an aircraft avionics technician, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 542, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing is awarded Service Person of the Quarter for Carteret County and Jennifer Merlo, a chairperson with the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee reads off his achievements during a ceremony at the Cherry Point Public House, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 26, 2025. Lance Cpl. Freire was recognized for his contributions to his command and dedication to his community. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jade Farrington) - U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Matthew Freire, left, an aircraft avionics technician, assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 542, Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing is awarded Service Person of the Quarter for Carteret County and Jennifer Merlo, a chairperson with the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Committee reads off his achievements during a ceremony at the Cherry Point Public House, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 26, 2025.

The first classes of MQ-9A Reaper mechanics and technicians, the instructors, and Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit Cherry Point leaders stand for a group photo at the Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Training Squadron 2, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, hangar, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 12, 2024. The graduation of the courses is a milestone accomplishment toward fulfilling the Marine Corps’ commitment to improving its capabilities to meet the global challenges of the 21st century. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Gavilanes) - The first classes of MQ-9A Reaper mechanics and technicians, the instructors, and Center for Naval Aviation Technical Training Unit Cherry Point leaders stand for a group photo at the Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Training Squadron 2, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, hangar, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Dec. 12, 2024.

The 621st Contingency Response Group conducted Exercise Diavoli Vale to show interoperability with other forces as well as its self-sufficient capabilities, which allow it to open, operate and/or close any airfield around the globe. - U.S. Army soldiers with the 20th Engineering Brigade from Fort Liberty, North Carolina pose for a photo during Exercise Diavoli Vale, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb 26, 2024. The 621st Contingency Response Group conducted Exercise Diavoli Vale to show interoperability with other forces as well as its self-sufficient capabilities, which allow it to open, operate and/or close any airfield around the globe. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. Matthew Williams)

The topping out ceremony is a celebration of the facility structure being completed and the next stage of construction beginning. - Attendees watch as the final beam is lifted to its place during the topping out ceremony for the future auditorium on Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, Feb. 22, 2023. The auditorium is part of the construction to rebuild and modernize structures damaged by Hurricane Florence. The topping out ceremony is a celebration of the facility structure being completed and the next stage of construction beginning. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

The training tested a new firehose for the P-19R firetrucks before the equipment becomes standard issue for Marine Corps ARFF and Expeditionary Fire and Rescue operations. - U.S. Marines with Aircraft, Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF), Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, put out a controlled fuel burn during a training event at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Jan. 11, 2023. The training tested a new firehose developed by Oshkosh for the P-19R firetrucks before the equipment becomes standard issue for Marine Corps ARFF and Expeditionary Fire and Rescue operations. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Lauralle Walker)

Over the next couple of years, the aircraft will be restored by Fleet Readiness Center East and placed in front of the air traffic control tower - The body of an A-4M Skyhawk is transported to the flightline on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Jan. 10, 2023. The aircraft was assigned to Marine Attack Squadron-223 from May 1981 to Aug. 1987, where it logged more than 2,102 flight hours. Over the next couple of years, the aircraft will be restored by Fleet Readiness Center East and placed in front of the air traffic control tower. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Williams)

The commander in chief and first lady, alongside renowned Chef Robert Irvine, served military and families meals for Friendsgiving to recognize the sacrifices they make while serving the nation, especially during the holidays. Their visit was part of Joining Forces, a White House initiative to support military families. - President Joe Biden, flanked by wife, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, serves service members and families during a Friendsgiving meal prepared by Chef Robert Irvine at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 21, 2022. The event was an opportunity to thank service members and families for their sacrifice and service to the nation. The visit was part of the ongoing White House initiative Joining Forces that is focused on supporting military families. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl Matthew Williams)

Devil Pups is facilitated by Marine Corps Community Services and gives kids the opportunity to learn about Marine Corps traditions, participate in a mock combat fitness test and a traditional cake cutting ceremony in honor of the Corps’ 247th birthday. - U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Brian Bagley, Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 14 commanding officer, leads a run during the Devil Pups event on Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 5, 2022. Devil Pups is facilitated by Marine Corps Community Services and gives kids the opportunity to learn about Marine Corps traditions, participate in a mock combat fitness test and a traditional cake cutting ceremony in honor of the Corps’ 247th birthday. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Williams)

The tournament allowed U.S. Marines, their families, and air station civilians the opportunity to gather for a fun, collective competition and learn more about various violence prevention resources. - U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Monic Hernandez, a food service Marine with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, fishes on the shoreline during the "Get Reel About Prevention" fishing tournament, Hancock Marina, MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, Nov. 4, 2022. The tournament allowed U.S. Marines, their families, and air station civilians the opportunity to gather for a fun, collective competition and learn more about various violence prevention resources. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Lance Cpl. Tristen Reed)

Mark Delong, a fuel distribution system inspector and fuels department supply technician with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, fills out paperwork, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 28, 2022. This was the first time Delong received the Marine Corps Fuels Civilian of the Year award. - Mark Delong, a fuel distribution system inspector and fuels department supply technician with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, fills out paperwork, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 28, 2022. This was the first time Delong received the Marine Corps Fuels Civilian of the Year award.