MWSS-271

Marine Wing Support Squadron 271 (MWSS-271), known as the "Workhorses," is a United States Marine Corps aviation ground support unit based at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina. Activated on April 2, 1986, MWSS-271 provides essential aviation combat service support, including airfield operations, engineering, and refueling, to enable Marine aviation missions. The squadron has supported numerous operations, including Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, deploying personnel and equipment to forward-deployed locations worldwide. Throughout its history, MWSS-271 has earned a reputation for adaptability and excellence in supporting both combat and humanitarian missions.