The American flag flies high over Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, May 14, 2021. This was the first time a flag rose on the new flagpole at MCAS Yuma. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean) - The American flag flies high over Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, May 14, 2021.
Military Police Officer Karl Bobbio poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, May 12, 2021. Officer Bobbio received the Civilian Lifesaving Award for exemplifying high levels of professionalism, initiative and selfless dedication to the community of MCAS Yuma. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean) - Military Police Officer Karl Bobbio poses for a photo at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, May 12, 2021.
U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Chris Medina poses for a picture with his family after a retirement ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, April 30, 2021. The ceremony honored MSgt Medina and the sacrifice he made while serving in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by LCpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean) - U.S. Marine Corps Master Sgt. Chris Medina poses for a picture with his family after a retirement ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, April 30, 2021.
Lt. Col. Jim Paxton addresses the audience during a retirement ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, April 30, 2021. The ceremony honored LtCol Paxton and the sacrifice he made while serving in the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jason Monty) - Lt. Col. Jim Paxton addresses the audience during a retirement ceremony at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, April 30, 2021.
A child shares his personal experience during a ceremony dedicated to military children at the Youth Center on MCAS Yuma, Ariz., April 14, 2021. The ceremony was held to honor military children by highlighting their unique experiences. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Joseph Exner) - A child shares his personal experience during a ceremony dedicated to military children at the Youth Center on MCAS Yuma, Ariz., April 14, 2021.
Arizona U.S. Senator Mark Kelly (right ) visits Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2021. Senator Kelly toured MCAS Yuma to familiarize himself with the current state of the air station. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Jason Monty) - Arizona U.S. Senator Mark Kelly (right ) visits Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, Ariz., April 5, 2021.
A Child collects eggs during the Easter Eggstravaganza on Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, April 1, 2021. The drive-through event allowed military children and their families a chance to participate in the excitement of gathering eggs, toys and candy. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Nicole Rogge) - A Child collects eggs during the Easter Eggstravaganza on Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, April 1, 2021.
A U.S. Marine volunteer with the Single Marine Program (SMP) throws built-up silt from a Bighorn Sheep watering hole at the Betty Lee Tank in Yuma, Ariz., Mar 20, 2021. The SMP sends volunteers to help with community efforts and build relations between the community and the Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean) - A U.S. Marine volunteer with the Single Marine Program (SMP) throws built-up silt from a Bighorn Sheep watering hole at the Betty Lee Tank in Yuma, Ariz., Mar 20, 2021.
U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman Third Class Randall Lambert reports in to receive a Navy and Marine Achievement Metal at Cannon Air Defense Complex in Yuma Ariz. Mar 5 2021. The Navy and Marine Achievement Medal is awarded for superior performance of a service member's duties. ( U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Carlos Kealy) - U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman Third Class Randall Lambert reports in to receive a Navy and Marine Achievement Metal at Cannon Air Defense Complex in Yuma Ariz. Mar 5 2021.
U.S. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 13 conduct refueling operations during a Strike Coordination and Reconnaissance (SCAR) mission aboard a simulated naval vessel at KNOZ range, Yuma, AZ., March 4, 2021. The large-force exercise was implemented in order to project the capabilities of "island hopping" and consisted of multiple MAG-13 assets, including ground support from Marine Wing Support Squadron (MWSS) 371 and aircraft from Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 122. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl John Hall) - U.S. Marines with Marine Aircraft Group (MAG) 13 conduct refueling operations during a Strike Coordination and Reconnaissance (SCAR) mission aboard a simulated naval vessel at KNOZ range, Yuma, AZ., March 4, 2021.