MAWTS-1

Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One

MISSION

The mission of MAWTS-1 is to provide standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications in order to support Marine Aviation training and readiness. MAWTS-1 also provides assistance in the development and employment of aviation weapons and tactics.

Marines test MLR concept and future technologies at MWX

U.S. Marines with 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance, 1st Marine Division, engage opposing forces during Marine Air-Ground Task Force Warfighting Exercise (MWX) 2-23, at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 22, 2022. MWX is the culminating event of Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, that improves U.S. and allied service members’ operational capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew Bray)

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Marines test MLR concept and future technologies at MWX

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Jacob Schultz, an intelligence officer with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, launches an RQ-20 Puma unmanned aircraft system into flight during Marine Air-Ground Task Force Warfighting Exercise (MWX) 2-23, at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 23, 2022. MWX is the culminating event of Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, that improves U.S. and allied service members’ operational capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew Bray)

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Marines test MLR concept and future technologies at MWX

A civilian contractor drives a Toyota Tacoma over to an HDT Hunter WOLF for transport during Marine Air-Ground Task Force Warfighting Exercise (MWX) 2-23, at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 23, 2022. MWX is the culminating event of Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, that improves U.S. and allied service members’ operational capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew Bray)

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Marines learn to operate and survive in cold mountainous environments at MCMWTC

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Patrick Greenaway Jr., an intelligence specialist with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, flies an R80D Skyraider Unmanned Aerial System during Mountain Warfare Training Exercise (MTX) 2-23 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, Jan. 28, 2023. MTX, the first training evolution of Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, teaches Marines how to survive and operate in mountainous environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew Bray)

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Marines learn to operate and survive in cold mountainous environments at MCMWTC

A U.S. Marine with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, pulls a Marine Corps Cold Weather Infantry Kit up a hill during Mountain Warfare Training Exercise (MTX) 2-23 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, Jan. 28, 2023. MTX, the first training evolution of Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, teaches Marines how to survive and operate in mountainous environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew Bray)

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Marines learn to operate and survive in cold mountainous environments at MCMWTC

U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, hike during Mountain Warfare Training Exercise (MTX) 2-23 at Marine Corps Mountain Warfare Training Center, Bridgeport, California, Jan. 28, 2023. MTX, the first training evolution of Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, teaches Marines how to survive and operate in mountainous environments. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew Bray)

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The Future of Training- TTECG conducts joint operation training in a virtual battlefield

U.S. Marines with Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group, conduct training in a virtual battlespace at the Battle Simulation Center (BSC), Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Nov. 8, 2022. The BSC has developed virtual training technology in conjunction with the Office of Naval Research to train Joint Tactical Air Controllers and Forward Air Controllers more safely, more economically, and in a more realistic environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan M. Forrest)

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The Future of Training- TTECG conducts joint operation training in a virtual battlefield

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Joseph Hagerty, left, and Capt. Paul Kelly, forward air controllers with Tactical Training and Exercise Control Group navigate a virtual battlespace at the Battle Simulation Center (BSC), Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, Nov 8, 2022. The BSC has developed virtual training technology in conjunction with the Office of Naval Research to train Joint Tactical Air Controllers and Forward Air Controllers more safely, more economically, and in a more realistic environment. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Jonathan M. Forrest)

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CLB-7 Marine wins Marine of the 1st Quarter for MCAGCC

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jahdiel Moreraramos, automotive maintenance technician, Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 1st Marine Logistics Group, performs vehicle maintenance at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, California, March 7, 2023. Moreraramos, a Colon, Matanzas, Cuba Native, won the 1st quarter Marine of the Quarter award for his dedication to the Marine Corps and drive to better himself and his fellow Marines every day. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Makayla Elizalde)

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CLB-7 Marine wins Marine of the 1st Quarter for MCAGCC

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Jahdiel Moreraramos, automotive maintenance technician, Combat Logistics Battalion 7, 1st Marine Logistics Group, poses for a photo during vehicle maintenance at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, California, March 7, 2023. Moreraramos, a Colon, Matanzas, Cuba Native, won the 1st quarter Marine of the Quarter award for his dedication to the Marine Corps and drive to better himself and his fellow Marines every day. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Makayla Elizalde)

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Australian Defense Force Army Major speaks with U.S. Marines at Marine Corp Logistics Operations Group

Australian Defense Force (ADF), Army Maj. Damien Morse, a logistics officer with ADF – Army School of Logistic Operations, briefs U.S. Marines on joint logistics at Marine Corp Logistics Operations Group, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Jan. 9, 2023. The purpose of his visit was to increase logistics readiness and the efficiency of deploying units regarding the full spectrum of logistics capabilities corresponding to specific theaters of operations. (U.S. Marine Corps Photo by Cpl. Jonathan M. Forrest)

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2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment and HMH-466 Marines conduct a resupply flight during MWX

U.S. Marines Corps CH-53E Super Stallions with Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 466, Marine Aircraft Group 16, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct flight operations during Marine Air-Ground Task Force Warfighting Exercise (MWX) 2-23 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 23, 2023. MWX is the culminating event of Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, that improves U.S. and allied service members’ operational capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Armando Elizalde)

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2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment and HMH-466 Marines conduct a resupply flight during MWX

U.S. Marines with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment (REIN), prepare to board a CH-53E Super Stallion during Marine Air-Ground Task Force Warfighting Exercise (MWX) 2-23 at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 23, 2023. MWX is the culminating event of Service Level Training Exercise 2-23, that improves U.S. and allied service members’ operational capabilities. (U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Armando Elizalde)

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Commandant, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps arrive at MCAGCC

U.S. Marine Corps Col. David A. Suggs, left, Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command (MAGTFTC), Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) Chief of Staff, greets Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps at MCAGCC, Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 21, 2023. Gen. David H. Berger, Commandant of the Marine Corps and Black visited MCAGCC to observe the implementation of distributed operations in a simulated littoral environment during Service Level Training Exercise 2-23. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew Bray)

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Commandant, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps arrive at MCAGCC

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Austin T. Renforth, left, Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command (MAGTFTC), Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) Commanding General, greets Gen. David H. Berger, Commandant of the Marine Corps at MCAGCC, Twentynine Palms, California, Feb. 21, 2023. Berger and Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps, visited MCAGCC to observe the implementation of distributed operations in a simulated littoral environment during Service Level Training Exercise 2-23. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Andrew Bray)

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Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22: End of Course Video

An end of course video featuring the highlights of Weapons and Tactics Instructor (WTI) course 2-22 in Yuma, Arizona, April 25, 2021. The WTI course is a seven-week training event hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One, providing standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications to support Marine aviation training and readiness, and assists in developing and employing aviation weapons and tactics. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Celestino HernandezSilvar)

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East Coast Marines compete for Gunners Trophy

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Professional Development Training Course

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Women joined together under eight point cover

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Japan-U.S. Military Program visits MCB Camp Lejeune

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MAWTS-1 LEADERS

Col. Eric D. Purcell
Commanding Officer, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One
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Sgt. Maj. Robert L. Jacobs
Sergeant Major, Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron One
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MISSION

The mission of MAWTS-1 is to provide standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications in order to support Marine Aviation training and readiness. MAWTS-1 also provides assistance in the development and employment of aviation weapons and tactics.

Marines test MLR concept and future technologies at MWX

Marines test MLR concept and future technologies at MWX

Marines test MLR concept and future technologies at MWX

Marines learn to operate and survive in cold mountainous environments at MCMWTC

Marines learn to operate and survive in cold mountainous environments at MCMWTC

Marines learn to operate and survive in cold mountainous environments at MCMWTC

The Future of Training- TTECG conducts joint operation training in a virtual battlefield

The Future of Training- TTECG conducts joint operation training in a virtual battlefield

CLB-7 Marine wins Marine of the 1st Quarter for MCAGCC

CLB-7 Marine wins Marine of the 1st Quarter for MCAGCC

Australian Defense Force Army Major speaks with U.S. Marines at Marine Corp Logistics Operations Group

2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment and HMH-466 Marines conduct a resupply flight during MWX

2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment and HMH-466 Marines conduct a resupply flight during MWX

Commandant, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps arrive at MCAGCC

Commandant, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps arrive at MCAGCC

Commandant, Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps arrive at MCAGCC

Featured News

Small Boat Detachment Maneuvers

East Coast Marines compete for Gunners Trophy

Professional Development Training Course

Women joined together under eight point cover

Japan-U.S. Military Program visits MCB Camp Lejeune

Small Boat Detachment Maneuvers

East Coast Marines compete for Gunners Trophy

Professional Development Training Course

Women joined together under eight point cover

Japan-U.S. Military Program visits MCB Camp Lejeune

MAWTS-1 LEADERS

The indoor mask mandate is currently suspended while aboard MCAS Yuma.