MWSG-27 MCAS New River North Carolina

• Establishment: Marine Wing Support Group 27 (MWSG-27) was activated in July 1953, originally as Marine Wing Service Group 27 at MCAS Cherry Point, before later relocating. • MCAS New River Connection: MWSG-27 became a key support group at Marine Corps Air Station New River, North Carolina, providing essential aviation ground support for the region’s rotary-wing aviation assets. • Vietnam War Support: Elements of MWSG-27 provided logistics, engineering, and aviation support during the Vietnam War era, ensuring Marine aviation units could operate effectively in Southeast Asia. • Gulf War Operations: The group played a critical behind-the-scenes role during Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm, supporting the rapid deployment and sustainment of Marine aviation forces. • Support for Humanitarian Missions: MWSG-27 has participated in numerous humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations, including support after hurricanes in the southeastern United States. • Role in Operation Enduring Freedom: Members of MWSG-27 deployed to Afghanistan, providing vital expeditionary airfield operations, engineering, and logistics for Marine aircraft and ground units. • Subordinate Units: MWSG-27 commanded several subordinate squadrons, such as Marine Wing Support Squadrons (MWSS-272, MWSS-274, MWSS-271, and MWSS-273), each specializing in specific aviation ground support tasks. • Unit Motto: The group’s motto, "Support for Attack," highlights its mission to enable and sustain Marine aviation’s combat power. • Deactivation and Reactivation: MWSG-27 was deactivated in 2012 as part of Marine Corps restructuring but was later reactivated in 2018 to meet evolving operational requirements. • Recent Deactivation: As part of Force Design 2030, the unit was again deactivated in May 2020, marking the end of nearly 70 years of continuous support to Marine aviation at MCAS New River and beyond.