MALS 29

• Origins: Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 29 (MALS-29) was originally activated as Headquarters and Maintenance Squadron 29 (H&MS-29) on May 1, 1972, at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina. • Name Change: The unit was redesignated as MALS-29 on October 5, 1988, reflecting its broadened mission to provide comprehensive aviation logistics support. • Support Role: MALS-29 provides intermediate-level aviation maintenance, ordnance, and supply support for the aircraft and squadrons of Marine Aircraft Group 29 (MAG-29). • Desert Storm Deployment: MALS-29 deployed detachments in support of Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1990-1991, providing critical maintenance and logistics support for Marine helicopters in the Persian Gulf. • Balkan Operations: Elements of MALS-29 supported operations in the Balkans, including Operation Deny Flight and Operation Provide Promise, which assisted with humanitarian aid and enforced no-fly zones over Bosnia. • Iraq/Afghanistan Operations: The squadron supported Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, sending Marines and Sailors to forward locations and maintaining aircraft readiness in combat zones. • “Wolverines” Nickname: MALS-29 is known by the nickname "Wolverines," symbolizing their tenacity and teamwork in providing logistics and maintenance support. • Innovation: MALS-29 has been recognized for pioneering logistics and maintenance practices, such as the use of rapid deployment maintenance teams and the integration of new aviation technologies. • Community Involvement: The squadron is actively involved in local community outreach and support activities in the Jacksonville and New River areas of North Carolina. • Recognition: MALS-29 has received multiple awards, including the Marine Corps Aviation Association’s Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron of the Year, reflecting their excellence in support operations.