U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Anthony Valdez, a crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 169, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, prepares to take off at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, April 1, 2026. Marines with HMLA-169, MAG-39, 3rd MAW conducted close air support with 1st Reconnaissance Battalion, 1st Marine Division to enhance interoperability. Valdez is a native of California. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Migel A. Reynosa)
| Date Taken: | 04.02.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 04.22.2026 12:32 |
| Photo ID: | 9631070 |
| VIRIN: | 260401-M-PI941-1111 |
| Resolution: | 6443x4295 |
| Size: | 6.56 MB |
| Location: | CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA, US |
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