MABs16

• Origins: Marine Air Base Squadron 16 (MABS-16) was activated on 1 March 1952 at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) El Toro, California. • Korean War Era: MABS-16 was established during the Korean War to provide critical airbase support for Marine aviation operations. • Vietnam War: The squadron deployed to Vietnam, supporting operations from Chu Lai and Da Nang, providing base operations, engineering, and logistical support. • Key Mission: MABS-16’s primary mission is to provide essential aviation ground support to enable Marine Aircraft Group 16 (MAG-16) operations. • Gulf War Support: MABS-16 played a vital role during Operation Desert Storm, supporting MAG-16's helicopter squadrons in the Persian Gulf. • Global War on Terror: Since 2001, MABS-16 has been continuously involved in supporting deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. • Humanitarian Assistance: The unit has supported various humanitarian missions, including disaster relief operations in the Asia-Pacific region. • Unit Awards: MABS-16 has earned numerous unit citations and commendations for its service and support during combat and peacetime operations. • Expeditionary Capability: MABS-16 is renowned for its ability to establish and support expeditionary airfields in austere environments. • Current Location: Today, MABS-16 is based at MCAS Miramar, California, continuing its legacy of supporting Marine aviation missions worldwide.