Using the r4ds radio, the crew provided landing instructions for the gvls of vmgr152 and vmgr352 which began landing and unloading their cargoes at half hour intervals. In march 1961, the squadrons mission was extended to include aerial refueling with the arrival of the kc hercules. Commanding officer, marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 234 lieutenant colonel bryan l. For over 70 years, marine aerial refueler transport squadron 152 has maintained a tradition of excellence, innovation, and leadership in both the aviation community and the united states marine corps. Us marine corps vmgr, vmgrt, vmj, vmm, vmmt, vmo, vmr, vmsb, vmt, vmu and vmx aviation squadron insignia, logo and patches. For past and present marines, sailors, and family members of vmgr352.
Click to read more about history of marine corps aviation in world war ii by robert lee sherrod. Calibrated with the roman numeral clock to depict around the clock operations. Following four years of service he next reported to vmgr452 at stewart air national guard base, new york for assignment with the marine corps reserves. Vmgr352, 1st radio battalion conduct parachute drop. How is marine aerial refueler transport squadron us marine corps abbreviated. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron352 vmgr352 marine aerial refueler transport squadron was activated april 1, 1943 at cherry point, n. They are a part of marine aircraft group 11 mag11, 3rd marine aircraft wing 3rd maw and provide both fixedwing and rotarywing aerial refueling capabilities to support fleet marine force fmf air operations in addition to assault air transport of personnel, equipment, and supplies. Marines with marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 352 supported 1st radio battalion, i marine expeditionary force, in a lowlevel static line parachute drop exercise at. While being a part of the hag, vmgr452 supported operation southern watch by doing aerial refueling for aircraft patrolling the southern nofly zone. Vmgr 152 command chronology covering juldec 1973 dated 711973 document no. Some individual awards by members of vmgr152 4 bronze stars with v, 8 distinguished flying crosses, 26 purple hearts 18 which were posthumously for fallen aircrews. Honoring the fallen marines of vmgr452 united states.
Upon completion of his initial training, he reported to vmgr352 based at marine corps air station miramar, california. Dvids news vmgr352, 1st recon reunite for aerial insert. David billings, upper right, stands in front of a vmgr352 kcj as it prepares to exit a hangar at al asad air base, iraq. Vmgr is defined as marine aerial refueler transport squadron us marine corps frequently.
During this operation, vmgr 352 was augmented by vmgr 234 and vmgr 452 to form the largest assemblage of kcs in history. The last time these two units performed this kind of mission together in combat was july 23, 2004, when a vmgr352 kcj hercules dropped the 1st recon marines into western iraq. Marines with marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 352 supported 1st radio battalion, i marine expeditionary force, in a lowlevel static line parachute drop exercise at marine corps base camp pendleton, california, july 8. In the first two harvest hawk deployments, one each from vmgr352 and vmgr252, crews launched more than 100 hellfires, recording. Vmgr stands for marine aerial refueler transport squadron us marine corps. Kcj harvest hawk operations in afghanistan code one. Marine corps university research marine corps history. As planned, the 400man arvn battalion had already established a perimeter around the airfield. In december that year vmgr152 completed its transition to the kcj. The most noteworthy achievement occurred in april 2007, when the sumos exceeded 260,000 mishapfree flight hours. During this operation, vmgr352 was augmented by vmgr234 and vmgr452 to form the largest assemblage of kcs in history.
The newest model of the c features an allglass cockpit, digital flightmanagement system, and reduced crew requirements. The aircraft comes from marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr352 in the 3rd marine aircraft wing. Vmgr352 is celebrating their 75th anniversary tonight and tomorrow. Vmgr352 patch marine aerial refueler transport squadron. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 352 vmgr352 is a united states marine corps kcj squadron. Vmgr152 continues to play an invaluable role within iii mef and the u. Vmgr352 tanker exercise two fa18d hornets with marine allweather fighter attack squadron 533 approach a kcj with marine aerial refueler transport squadron 352 during a special purpose marine airground task force crisis response central command aerial refueling exercise, oct. This decal sheet is professionally screen printed in the united states by microscale industries.
Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. The sound of taps echoed throughout hangar 100 of stewart air national guard base in newburgh, ny, on the afternoon of aug. One transport squadron, vmgr152, and elements of a second, vmgr352 fwd, with several service and supply elements of the 1st maw, also remained under the rear headquarters operational control. A kcj super hercules with marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 352, marine aircraft group 11, 3rd marine aircraft wing, conduct a ceremonial formation flight for the vmgr352 75th anniversary at marine corps air station miramar, calif. The marines were greeted by family, friends and coworkers after exiting two kc. Marine corps vmgr, vmj, vmo, vmr, vmsb, vmt, vmu and. The squadron conducted its first transpac operation in. Marines honor seven comrades killed in plane crash in. The page includes the unit history and location, usmc contact information, and web. The arrival of vmgr352 ended the units 50year era of service aboard marine. Your vmgr352 patches are 4 tall and 100% embroidered with velcro backing. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron352 vmgr352. During october 2010, vmgr152 flew relief operations in the republic of the philippines in the aftermath of typhoon megi. How well do you know your christmas day military history.
Includes official vmgr352 and mc websites, vmgr352 drc deployment readiness coordinator name and contact, vmgr352. Marines assigned to 26th marine expeditionary unit meu command element and 26th meu marine raid force marines conduct static line and double bag static line parachute operations from a kcj super hercules assigned to marine aerial refueler transport squadron vmgr 352, over djibouti, aug. Through safety, the sumos of vmgr152 perpetually live up to their squadrons reputation as the workhorse of the pacific. Marines from vmgr352 return to marine corps air station miramar, calif. A full and comprehensive kcj stencil sheet will be released at a later date. Marine aerial refueler squadron vmgr 352, marine aircraft group 11, 3rd marine aircraft wing, celebrates the 75th anniversary at marine corps air station miramar, calif. This document chronicles the story of the marine aerial refueler transport squadron 352 vmgr352 squadron car throughout its history, outlines the vehicles current situation, as well as detailing the personal stories of several key players from the cars purchase date to present time part i. Mag with three fixedwing squadrons remained in japan, and one helicopter squadron was on okinawa. The squadron has received numerous awards throughout its history and rates the. They are a part of marine aircraft group 11 mag11, 3rd marine aircraft wing 3rd maw and provide both fixedwing and rotarywing aerial refueling capabilities to support fleet marine force fmf air operations in addition to assault air transport of personnel. Vmgr352 began its transition to the kcj in august 2004. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 352 vmgr352, miramar marine corps base.
His words were followed by a rendition of the hymn amazing grace, readings from the bible, and remarks by officers from refueling squadron vmgr. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 352 vmgr352 is a united states marine corps. If you have any questions, comments or concerns, do not hesitate to ask. Marine corps forces reserves major subordinate commands. Please consider donating any amount you desire to help cover my server costs. If you are the originator holder of this photoitem and would prefer it be excluded from our community, contact us here for removal. Vmgr152 is stationed at marine corps air station iwakuni, iwakuni, japan and is part of marine aircraft group 12 mag12 and the 1st marine aircraft wing 1st maw. Vmgr352 is currently conducting their deployment for training at various bases in southern california and at kirtland air force base in albuquerque, n. In 2005, vmgr 234 flew critical supplies to the gulf coast in support of jtf katrina. Vmgr 352 began its transition to the kcj in august 2004. They are based at stewart air national guard base in newburgh, new york and fall under the command of marine aircraft group 49 mag49 and the 4th marine aircraft wing 4th maw. Vmgr352 at mcas miramar is located at mcas miramar, ca. In 2004 the squadron was deployed to al asad, iraq as part of a cooperative cycle of marine vmgr squadrons constantly in support of the war in iraq.
Vmgr252 patch history 071 february 1962, this squadron was redesignated marine aerial refueler transport squadron 252 vmgr252, and with this a new patch was designated representing the broader mission assigned and the greater versatility of the aircraft. Once operation iraqi freedom commenced, the squadron transported over 3 million. The uip for marine refueler transport squadron 352 is an allinclusive resource of official unit information. The three squadrons would join to create the hercules air group hag. Vought f8 crusader the vought f8 crusader originally f8u is a singleengine, supersonic, carrierbased air superiority jet aircraft built by vought for the united states navy and marine corps, replacing the vought f7u cutlass, and for the french navy. I think this squadron represents the best things in the marine corps tradition, history and brotherhood, said thorud. Coins fuel for me a passion for marine corps history connected to their. Marine aerial refueler transport squadron 352 patch. The squadron was redesignated as marine aerial refueler transport squadron 352 vmgr352. For thorud, otis day was about celebrating vmgr252s rich history. Vmgr152s role in this mission resulted in carrying over 35,000 pounds 16,000 kg of cargo and 42 passengers to the poverty stricken country.