MALS 12 MCAS IWAKUNI, JAPN

Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 12 (MALS-12), based at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, provides aviation logistics support to Marine Aircraft Group 12 and other forward-deployed aviation units in the Western Pacific. Originally activated during World War II, MALS-12 has supported numerous operations in the Asia-Pacific region, including the Korean War, Vietnam War, and ongoing joint exercises with allied forces. The squadron specializes in intermediate-level maintenance, aviation supply, and ordnance support, ensuring mission readiness for deployed aircraft. As a critical logistics hub, MALS-12 continues to enhance U.S. Marine Corps aviation capabilities in support of regional stability and security.