Ronald Moore

1ST MARINE AIR WING

U.S. Marine Corps

The 1st Marine Air Wing is a unit of the United States Marine Corps responsible for conducting aviation operations in support of Marine Corps ground forces. It is the largest and oldest aircraft wing in the Marine Corps, with a history dating back to World War II. The 1st Marine Air Wing is based at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma in Okinawa, Japan. Its mission includes providing close air support, transportation of troops and supplies, and aerial reconnaissance.

Headquarters and Maintenance Squadron 11 (H&MS-11) was a support unit of the United States Marine Corps, originally activated during World War II. The squadron provided essential aviation logistical, maintenance, and administrative support to Marine aviation units, particularly those assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 11 (MAG-11). Throughout its history, including significant service during the Vietnam War, H&MS-11 played a vital role in ensuring the operational readiness of aircraft and equipment. The squadron was later redesignated as Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 11 (MALS-11), continuing its legacy of aviation support within the Marine Corps.