Marine Sergeant Frank Card lifts up the forward landing gear while a s...
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Crewmembers watch as an F/A-18 Hornet from Marine Fighter Attack Squad...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Country: Atlantic Ocean (AOC) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Lawrence M. Shannon, USN Release Status: Released to Public... More
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman. VMFA-312 is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike G... More
170123-N-VN584-277 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2017) An
170123-N-VN584-277 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2017) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 312, lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). The ... More
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 prepares to land on the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman. VMFA-312 is deployed with the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike G... More
170421-N-VN584-283 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 21, 2017)
170421-N-VN584-283 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 21, 2017) Cpl. Brandon McFarland performs maintenance on an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Checkerboards" of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 aboard the... More
Captain David "Smelly" Smullen assigned to Marine Strike Figher Squadr...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Justin P. Nesbitt, USN Release Status: Released... More
171009-N-XC372-1310 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 9, 2017) Lance
171009-N-XC372-1310 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 9, 2017) Lance Cpl. Alexander King, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 312, attaches external hydraulic power to an F/A-18C Hornet in ... More
An F/A-18 "Hornet," from the Marine Strike Fighter Squadron Three One ...
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Lance Corporals Patrick Gay, Michael Greenier and Robert Firth load or...
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Captain David "Smelly" Smullen assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squad...
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Marine GUNNERY Sargeant Ernesto Cano and Aviation Ordnanceman Third Cl...
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Aviation Ordnanceman Third Class Beau Baucas fills a magazine on an F/...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 H. Dwain Willis, USN Release Status: Released to... More
Families wait for their Marines to return from their
Families wait for their Marines to return from their deployment May 7. Marines and Sailors of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 returned to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort after being deployed aboard the USS... More
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar, right, stands in formation
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar, right, stands in formation with his peers after receiving an award in recognition of his leadership during a ceremony at Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 aboard Marine Corps Air S... More
180310-N-VN584-1318 ARABIAN GULF (March 10, 2018) Two
180310-N-VN584-1318 ARABIAN GULF (March 10, 2018) Two F/A-18C Hornets, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 312, launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodor... More
180212-N-VN584-2366 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 12, 2018) Col.
180212-N-VN584-2366 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 12, 2018) Col. Frank Latt signals from an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, on the flight deck of the airc... More
170123-N-VN584-325 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2017) An
170123-N-VN584-325 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 94, takes off from the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71). The ship is o... More
170126-VN584-002 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2017) Cpl.
170126-VN584-002 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2017) Cpl. David Henderson, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VFMA) 312, fastens jet tie-down chains in the hangar bay of the aircraft car... More
170126-VN584-054 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2017) Sgt.
170126-VN584-054 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 26, 2017) Sgt. Jason Failing, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VFMA) 312, cleans the canopy of an F/A-18C Hornet in the hangar bay of the air... More
Captain David "Smelly" Smullen assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squad...
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Marine Sargeant Frank Card lifts up the forward landing gear while rou...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 John L. Beeman, USN Release Status: Released to ... More
Col. Matthew Phares, commanding officer of Marine Aircraft
Col. Matthew Phares, commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group 31, awards Lt. Col. Benedict Buerke the Bronze Star during a change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort Aug. 10. Buerke ... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 arrive at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 30, 2020. Marines with VMFA-312 and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA (AW)) 53... More
170503-N-VN584-147 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 3, 2017) Aviation
170503-N-VN584-147 PACIFIC OCEAN (May 3, 2017) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuel) Airman Garret Trainer prepares to load fuel into an F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the "Checkerboards" of Marine Strike Fighter Attac... More
170825-N-VN584-041 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 25, 2017) Marines,
170825-N-VN584-041 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 25, 2017) Marines, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, perform maintenance on an F/A-18C Hornet in the hangar bay aboard the... More
Captain David "Smelly" Smullen assigned to Marine Strike Fighter Squad...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PHAN Justin P. Nesbitt, USN Release Status: Released... More
An F/A-18C Super Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards
An F/A-18C Super Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 lands aboard the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman. VMFA-312 is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Str... More
Checkerboard Marines work 12-hour shifts to ensure
Checkerboard Marines work 12-hour shifts to ensure aircraft are properly maintained and the necessary ordnance is equipped.
Marines and Sailors of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron
Marines and Sailors of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 returned to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort May 6-9 after a deployment. The Checkerboards were deployed in support of combat operations overseas and m... More
The Parris Island Marine Corps Band performs during
The Parris Island Marine Corps Band performs during a change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort Aug. 10. The Parris Island Marine Corps Band’s primary mission is to provide musical sup... More
170421-N-VN584-190 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 21, 2017) –
170421-N-VN584-190 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 21, 2017) – Lance Cpl. William Dunkelberger, left, and Lance Cpl. Thomas Garcia perform maintenance on an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike F... More
Lance Cpl. Branden Garcia, a Marine Fighter Attack
Lance Cpl. Branden Garcia, a Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 ordnance technician, takes the expended cartridge actuated device out of an aircraft at Camp Wilson, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentyn... More
U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet with Marine Fighter
U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 arrives at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 1, 2020. Marines with VMFA-312 and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squa... More
Powerline plane captains maintain most engine and tire
Powerline plane captains maintain most engine and tire related issues while ensuring all aircraft are ready for flight during their 12-hour shifts.
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Thomas Fernandez, with
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Thomas Fernandez, with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, verifies part numbers on an F/A-18C Hornet aircraft in the hangar bay of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (... More
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Douglas DeWolfe, Marine Aircraft
U.S. Marine Corps Col. Douglas DeWolfe, Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 12 Commanding Officer, Sgt. Maj. Christopher Amancio, MAG-12 Sergeant Major, and Lt. Col. Richard Behrman, MAG-12 Operations Officer, meet wit... More
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312's change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, May 8. Lt. Col. Nathan M. Miller, the commanding officer of VMFA-312... More
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar, left, stands in front
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar, left, stands in front of Lt. Col. Harry F. Thomas, center, and Sgt. Maj. Adrian L. Tagliere prior to receiving an award in recognition of his leadership during a ceremony at Marine ... More
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312's change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, May 8. Lt. Col. Nathan M. Miller, the commanding officer of VMFA-312... More
180205-N-VN584-1146 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 5, 2018) Marines,
180205-N-VN584-1146 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 5, 2018) Marines, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, move ordnance on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore ... More
180205-N-VN584-1362 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 5, 2018) An
180205-N-VN584-1362 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 5, 2018) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, launches on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theo... More
170413-N-VN584-036 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 13, 2017)
170413-N-VN584-036 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 13, 2017) Sgt. Gregory Pressley assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 conducts a routine maintenance check on an F/A 18C Hornet on t... More
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312's change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, May 8. Lt. Col. Nathan M. Miller, the commanding officer of VMFA-312... More
171007-N-XC372-1277 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 7, 2017) An
171007-N-XC372-1277 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 7, 2017) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, prepares to launch off the flight deck of the aircraft carr... More
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312, ignites afterburners during a launch from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Grou... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 arrive at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 30, 2020. Marines with VMFA-312 and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA (AW)) 53... More
170119-N-AD499-026 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2017) An
170119-N-AD499-026 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 19, 2017) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 312, taxis on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roos... More
171009-N-XC372-1247 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 9, 2017) Cpl.
171009-N-XC372-1247 PACIFIC OCEAN (Oct. 9, 2017) Cpl. Aron Barrera, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Squadron (VMFA) 312, secures a diesel generator in the hangar bay of the aircraft carri... More
A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet with Marine Fighter
A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 arrives at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 1, 2020. Marines with VMFA-312 and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Sq... More
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). VMFA-312 is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman ... More
180212-N-VN584-2278 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 12, 2018) Col.
180212-N-VN584-2278 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 12, 2018) Col. Frank Latt enters an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, on the flight deck of the aircraft c... More
180102-N-VN584-1189 ARABIAN GULF (Jan. 2, 2018) Cpl.
180102-N-VN584-1189 ARABIAN GULF (Jan. 2, 2018) Cpl. Hayden Nagy, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, welds a support shelf aboard the aircraft carrier USS Theodo... More
Marines, sailors and their families celebrated 70 years
Marines, sailors and their families celebrated 70 years of war fighting excellence during Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312’s 70th anniversary marked by a rededication to colors ceremony aboard Marine Corps Ai... More
Lance Cpl. Jurrell Brown, a Marine Fighter Attack Squadron
Lance Cpl. Jurrell Brown, a Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 powerline plane captain, inspects an aircraft’s hydraulic system after flight Sept. 1 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif.
Different types of munitions are used to support both
Different types of munitions are used to support both air and ground units while in combat. Pilots use many types of ordnance such as fire bombs, Mark 83 and MK-82 bombs.
VMFA-312, VMFA-533 missile shoot
Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 and Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 533 conducted a live missile shoot for training, July 21 through 25. Ordnance used during the training includes the AIM-9 Sidewi... More
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312's change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, May 8. Lt. Col. Nathan M. Miller, the commanding officer of VMFA-312... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 arrive at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 30, 2020. Marines with VMFA-312 and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA (AW)) 53... More
170415-N-VN584-152 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2017)
170415-N-VN584-152 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 15, 2017) An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 prepares for launch on the flight deck of USS Theodore Roosevelt (C... More
170803-N-XC372-114 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 3, 2017) Sailors
170803-N-XC372-114 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 3, 2017) Sailors and Marines prepare an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, for launch aboard the flight dec... More
170825-N-VN584-007 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 25, 2017) Lance
170825-N-VN584-007 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 25, 2017) Lance Cpl. Samuel Erdly, left, and Lance Cpl. Ferdinando Saldana, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, perform main... More
A weapon loading vehicle operator gives Marines the
A weapon loading vehicle operator gives Marines the ability to transport and lift heavy bombs on and off aircraft.
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar, left, stands in front
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar, left, stands in front of formation after receiving an award in recognition of his leadership during a ceremony at Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 aboard Marine Corps Air Station ... More
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 catapults from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman. VMFA-312 is deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike ... More
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar stands in front of formation
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar stands in front of formation after receiving an award in recognition of his leadership during a ceremony at Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufor... More
180426-N-VN584-2302 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 26, 2018)
180426-N-VN584-2302 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 26, 2018) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS... More
180205-N-VN584-1362 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 5, 2018) An
180205-N-VN584-1362 ARABIAN GULF (Feb. 5, 2018) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, prepares to launch from the flight deck of the aircraft carr... More
A F/A-18 Hornet from Marine Strike Fighter Squadron Three One Two (VMF...
The original finding aid described this photograph as: Subject Operation/Series: SOUTHERN WATCH Base: USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) Scene Camera Operator: PH3 Jesi R. Werling, USN Release Status: Released to... More
F/A-18C Hornet prepares to land
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 prepares to land on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75). Harry S. Truman, the flagship for ... More
F/A-18C Hornets fly in formation before landing aboard
F/A-18C Hornets fly in formation before landing aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort May 6. Marines and Sailors of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 returned to Fightertown after a deployment aboard the US... More
Lt. Col. Benedict G. Buerke relinquishes command of
Lt. Col. Benedict G. Buerke relinquishes command of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 to Lt. Col. Steven B. Bowden aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort Aug. 10. During the ceremony, Buerke was awarded the ... More
170829-N-XC372-170 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2017) A
170829-N-XC372-170 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 29, 2017) A Marine conducts last-minute checks as an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, prepares to launch ... More
170803-N-XC372-078 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 3, 2017) An
170803-N-XC372-078 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 3, 2017) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, launches from the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier US... More
Marines, sailors and their families celebrated 70 years
Marines, sailors and their families celebrated 70 years of war fighting excellence during Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312’s 70th anniversary marked by a rededication to colors ceremony aboard Marine Corps Ai... More
A Marine is welcomed home by a loved one after returning
A Marine is welcomed home by a loved one after returning from a deployment May 7. Marines and Sailors of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 returned to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort after being deployed abo... More
Lt. Col. Steven B. Bowden speaks to the audience during
Lt. Col. Steven B. Bowden speaks to the audience during the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, Aug. 10. During the ceremony, Lt. Col. Benedic... More
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312's change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, May 8. Lt. Col. Nathan M. Miller, the commanding officer of VMFA-312... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 arrive at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 30, 2020. Marines with VMFA-312 and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA (AW)) 53... More
180324-N-VN584-1055 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS
180324-N-VN584-1055 U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF OPERATIONS (March 24, 2018) Cpl. Dylan Lippard observes a replenishment-at-sea from an F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboars of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squ... More
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of
An F/A-18C Hornet assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 launches from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The Harry S. Truman Carrier... More
Cpl. Alexis Vazquez, a Marine Fighter Attack Squadron
Cpl. Alexis Vazquez, a Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 ordnance technician ensures a M-83 bomb is properly aligned while attaching to an aircraft. Ordnance Marines handle many alternate types of ordnance not... More
U.S. sailors inspect an emergency barricade on the
U.S. sailors inspect an emergency barricade on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in the Gulf of Oman, Dec. 29, 2013. The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group deployed to the U... More
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar, left, is presented an
Gunnery Sgt. Carlos Aguilar, left, is presented an award by Lt. Col. Harry F. Thomas, in recognition of his leadership during a ceremony at Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Bea... More
180319-N-VN584-2315 ARABIAN GULF (March 19, 2018) An
180319-N-VN584-2315 ARABIAN GULF (March 19, 2018) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, readies for launch from the flight deck of the aircraft ca... More
170124-VN584-313 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2017) An F/A-18F
170124-VN584-313 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2017) An F/A-18F Super Hornet, assigned to the Mighty Shrikes of Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VFA) 94, lands on the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Theodore R... More
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter
Marines gathered into formation for Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312's change of command ceremony aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, May 8. Lt. Col. Nathan M. Miller, the commanding officer of VMFA-312... More
Marines, sailors and their families celebrated 70 years
Marines, sailors and their families celebrated 70 years of war fighting excellence during Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 312’s 70th anniversary marked by a rededication to colors ceremony aboard Marine Corps Ai... More
Clouds form into what looks like a jet in the sky above
Clouds form into what looks like a jet in the sky above Camp Wilson, aboard Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif. The wide-open areas surrounding Camp Wilson offer many ranges for aircr... More
U.S. Marines with Marine All Weather Fighter Attack
U.S. Marines with Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA (AW)) 533 receive F/A-18C and F/A-18D Hornets with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Oct. 1... More
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA)
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312 arrive at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Sept. 30, 2020. Marines with VMFA-312 and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA (AW)) 53... More
180426-N-VN584-2305 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 26, 2018)
180426-N-VN584-2305 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 26, 2018) An F/A-18C Hornet, assigned to the Checkerboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS... More
170804-N-XC372-191 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 4, 2017) Marines
170804-N-XC372-191 PACIFIC OCEAN (Aug. 4, 2017) Marines assigned to the "Checkerboards" of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, high-five each other after cleaning out padeyes on the flight deck o... More
171116-N-VN584-1060 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 16, 2017)
171116-N-VN584-1060 SOUTH CHINA SEA (Nov. 16, 2017) Gunnery Sgt. John Rotellini fireman carries Staff Sgt. Brian Gustafson, both assigned to the Checkboards of Marine Strike Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 312, ... More