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About MABS-26KAG-26,YCAF,New River,Jacksonville,N

Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 26, known as MALS-26, operates under Marine Aircraft Group 26 (MAG-26) at Marine Corps Air Facility (MCAF) New River near Jacksonville, North Carolina. Originally activated as Headquarters and Maintenance Squadron 26 (H&MS-26) in 1952, the unit was redesignated as MALS-26 in 1988 to better reflect its aviation logistics and support mission. MALS-26 provides vital intermediate-level aviation maintenance, ordnance, and supply support to the squadrons of MAG-26, which primarily operate rotary-wing aircraft. The squadron has supported numerous operations and exercises, both stateside and overseas, ensuring the readiness and effectiveness of Marine Corps aviation assets.

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U.S. Marine Corps

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Bernard-Butch Lafoon

U.S. Marine Corps

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U.S. Air Force • 1981

Security Police Training

U.S. Air Force • 1977

SPS Graduate

U.S. Air Force • 1977

Osan Korea Electronic Warfare Technician

51 Component Repair Squadron • U.S. Air Force • 1979

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Historical Facts

• Origins: Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 26 (MALS-26), originally Marine Aviation Base Squadron 26 (MABS-26), was activated on 1 March 1952 at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. • Current Assignment: The squadron is a part of Marine Aircraft Group 26 (MAG-26), under the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, and is stationed at Marine Corps Air Station New River, near Jacksonville, North Carolina. • Key Mission: MALS-26 provides aviation logistics support, guidance, planning, and direction to Marine Aircraft Group 26 squadrons, including supply, maintenance, and ordnance support. • Nickname: The unit is nicknamed the "Patriots." • Gulf War Service: MALS-26 played a critical role during Operation Desert Storm, deploying personnel and equipment to Southwest Asia in 1990-1991. • Support for OEF/OIF: The squadron provided significant aviation logistics support during both Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) in Iraq. • Awards: MALS-26 has been awarded multiple unit commendations, including the Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Commendation, and Meritorious Unit Commendation. • Notable Aircraft Supported: The unit has provided logistics support for a range of Marine Corps aircraft, especially the CH-46E Sea Knight, CH-53E Super Stallion, MV-22B Osprey, and AH-1Z Viper. • Community Involvement: MALS-26 is known for its involvement in local Jacksonville and New River community events, including charity drives, educational outreach, and veteran support programs. • Innovation: The squadron has been recognized for implementing advanced logistics and maintenance practices, including rapid deployment kits and digital tracking systems, to enhance mission readiness for MAG-26.