Videos

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, participate in the uniform pageant during the 249th Marine Corps Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony at the installation, Nov. 7, 2024. The pageant and ceremony were held in order to celebrate the Marine Corps' eminent history, signifying the passing of tradition from one generation to the next by honoring the men and women who have served before us. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Gideon M. Schippers)

U.S. Marines with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma, hosts a Relief and Appointment ceremony for Sgt. Maj. Walter Rose, outgoing sergeant major, and Sgt. Maj. Jonathan E. Novak, oncoming sergeant major at MCAS Yuma, Arizona, Sept. 16, 2024. The ceremony serves as the official changeover between Sergeants Major, honoring the outgoing Sergeant Major’s contributions during their tenure, while offering the opportunity for the oncoming Sergeant Major to introduce himself to the Marines now under his charge (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Gideon M. Schippers)

VMX-1 Change of Command.

U.S. Marines with Marine Air Control Squadron 1, Marine Air Control Group 38, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, hosts the retirement ceremony of 1st Sgt. Courtney R. Achterberg, company first sergeant, at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, May 2, 2024. Achterberg retired after 20 years of service in the Marine Corps, her personal decorations include the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal and Good Conduct medal. (U.S. Marine Corps Video by Cpl. Gideon M. Schippers)

Marines from Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Yuma participate in the traditional birthday cake cutting ceremony on MCAS Yuma, Ariz., November 5, 2020. The cake cutting ceremony involved the reading of General John A. Lejeune's birthday message, and the passing of cake from the oldest to youngest Marine present. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Matthew Romonoyske-Bean)

Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Ray Mabus, held an official naming ceremony today at Gateway Park in Yuma, Ariz., for the new United States Naval Ship Yuma. The future of this joint high speed vessel honors the community of Yuma.

The Secretary of the Navy, Honorable Ray Mabus came to Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., today for a two day visit. His visit included interacting with junior Marines and sailors, visiting Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121 to receive a brief about the Joint Strike Fighter F-35B Lightning II, and overall station operations. Tomorrow Mabus will be officially naming the USNS Yuma at Gateway Park.

An evening colors ceremony was held aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., by non-commissioned officers with Marine Wing Support Squadron 371, Oct. 5 to honor veterans. The colors ceremony was in keeping with the spirit of the Committed and Engaged Leadership program, established by Major General Steven Busby; Third Marine Aircraft Wing’s commanding general. Available in High Definition.

B-Roll of Marine Corps Air Station Miramar Color Ceremony. Also available in High Definition.

Marine Attack Squadron 513 aboard Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz. officially deactivates, today, July 12. Available in High Definition.