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UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS3D LIGHT ANTIAIRCRAFT MISSILE BATTALION

MARINE AIR CONTROL GROUP 2820 MARINE AIRCRAFT WING, POSTAL SERVICE CENTER BOX 8075

CHERRY POINT, NORTH CAROLINA 28533-0075

IN REPLY REFER TO:

57503

1 OCT 1994

From: Commanding OfficerTo: Commandant of the Marine Corps (HDH-4)Via: (1) Commanding Officer, Marine Air Control Group 28 (S-3)

(2) Commanding General, 2d Marine Aircraft Wing (SC-306)(3) Commanding General, Marine Forces, Atlantic (G-3)

Subj: COMMAND CHRONOLOGY FOR THE PERIOD 1 JULY - 30 SEPTEMBER 1994

Ref: (a) MCO P5750.1G(b) WgO P5750.1G

Encl: (1) Section 1 Organizational Data(2) Section 2 Narrative Summary(3) Section 3 Sequential Listing of Events(4) Section 4 Supporting Documents

1. Per references (a) and (b), enclosures (1) through (4) aresubmitted,

T. M. ADKINS

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SEC I ION 1

ORGANILAIIONAL DAIA

Unit Designation

a. Reporting unit Code: 23960

b. lable of organization Numbers: 8681/8682/8b83/8684

Period covered and location: 1 July to 30 September 1994 CherryPoint, North Carolina.

Personnel Information:

a. Commanding Officer

Lieutenant colonel thomas M. Adkins 1 Jul - 30 Sep 1994

b. Execut i ve Of f icer

Major Wesley U. center 1 Jul - 30 Sep 1994

c. Subordinate commanders

(1) Headquarters & service Battery Commanding officerMajor Wesley D. ;enter 1 Jul - 30 Sep 1994

(2) Battery A Commanding officerCaptain Joe U. cantlon 1 Jul - 3 Jul 1994

d. Principal staff Members

(1) Adjutant

t-i rst Lieut;enant; Ki rt A. Conroy 1 Jul - l b Jul 1994

i-irst Lieutenant Paul A. Nicholas lb Jul - 30 Sep 1994

( 2) 5-1 Officer

C;hief Warrant; Officer John S. Clark 1 Jul - 23 Sep 1994

(3) 5-2/3 Off icer

hi rst Lieut;enant; Mark A. Muskopf 1 Jul - 12 Sep 1994

(4) S-4

Chief Warrant officer John S, Clark 1 Jul - 23_ sep 1994

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e. Staff Historian

F irst Lieutenant Mark A. Muskopf 1 Jul - 12 Sep 194

f. Sergeant Major

tirst Sergeant Michael P. Nierode 1 Jul - 8 Sep 1994

Average Monthly Strength:

USMC USN

off icer Enli sted Offo i eEnIi sted

Jul 12 203 0 b

Aug 11 121 0 5

Sep 6 b9 0 b

Equipment: Ihe equipment listed below was on hand on 1 July,however, due to unit deactivation, all equipment allowances for thisbattalion was systematically reduced to zero by 30 September..

I YPE NUMBER ASSIGNEL

A141b Radar Set, AN/PPS-lb(V)2 (

A11(b Radio set, AN/cRC-193B(V) 3

A181b Radio Set, AN/GRC-10 b

A1Y3b Radio Set, AN/MR(;-138A 3

A2OJbO Radio Set;, AN/PRC(( 20 Z_

A20I.5 Radi o Set, AN/PRS- 104 11!

A2) 1 83 Rad io tIermi nal Set;, AN/MRC:- 13b8 12:

A2298 Repeater Regenerat;ive, MX-93318/URC 1

A~b~b Swit~chboard, telephone Sb-3{514(V)/tI 2

A~b08 Switching Unit, telephone, Automatic, S8-3_bb 2

AS(J18 interrogat~or Computer, KIR-1AI

A8031 Speech Securi ty Eqp, t SEC/KY-b(! 41

A80.)82 (3eneral Purpose telegraphy tqp, t SEc/iK3-84C 20

B0003 Air Conditioner, AiE 32_-1( 2

B0004 Air Conditioner, A/E 32C-24 8

BUOUb Air Conditioner, A/l 32C-2b 22

B0446 Crane, HI Hydraulic Light 4

80(30 Generator Set, 3 KW, bO HZ, Skid-Mtd, MEP-1bB 8

B0891 Generator Set, 10 KW, 60 Hz, Skid-Mtd, MEP-003A b

B0953 Generator Set, 30 KW, bO Hz, Skid-Mtd, MEP-Oub

809(/1 Generator Set, 30 KW, 400 Hz, Skid-Mtd, MEP-114A 3

B101i Generator Set, 6o KW, 60 Hz, Skid-Mtd, MEP-11bA 23

81021 Generator set, 60 KW, 60 Hz, Skid-Mtd, MEP-006A 3

B104b Generator set, 100 KW, 60 Hz, Skid-Mtd, MEP-0)(A 2

E32462 Iractor, Medium, Full-Iracked 1

B2b6/ Iractor, Al, Articulated steer, 644E 2

1)0880 Irailer, lank., Water 400 gallons, M149A1/M149.AZ b

D)1002 Iruck, Ambulance, 2 Litter, soft lop, 1 1/4-ton,HMMWV, M103b 1

llO61 Iruck, Cargo, b-ton, XLWB, M92(/M928 88

L11b8 Iruck, Utility, Cargo, iroop carrier, 1 1/4-tonw/Lquipment, HMMWV, M998/M1038 12

L)1212 I ruck, Wrecker, b-t;on, M93b 3

L0039 8attery Command Post, AN/MSW-2 1 (HAWK) 4

1-01bl Cable Assembly Set;, OA-89b2 (HAWK). 4

E018(_ Circle, Aiming, M2A2 b

L02(/1 Control 8 ox, (3M Launching Secti on, AN/iG5A- 132

( HAWK ) 8

LO(2b Int;errogat;or Set, AN/IPX-4f5 (HAWK) 4

E0941 Launcher, Lero Length, (3M, M192E_1 (HAWK) 1l5

L094b Loader !Iransporter, MbO1L_3 (HAWK) 10

EuI8o Machinegun, .bucal, Browning, M2 20

Eo993 Machinegun, /.6f2mm, MO(E3 1b

EO994 Machinegun, 40mm, MK19, MOO3, UG3WS 12

-llb9 Night Vision G.oggles, Individual, ANIVS-bA,MOO3, UGWS 4

E1311 Radar Set, High Power, AN/MPVQ-61 (HAWK) 8

E1313 Radar Set, Continuous Wave, AN/MPQ-52 4

E131b Radar Set, AN/MPQ-bo (HAWK) 4

Elb2O secure Voice Comm Set (HAWK) 4

-1600 Shop Equipment, M05 (HAWK) M2EZ 1

E1648 shop Equipment, shop 8, AN/ISM-10( (HAWK) 1

El1bO Shop Equipment, AN/ISM-181 (V1) (HAWK) 1

1 iUI shop Equipment, AN/ISM-181 (V2) (HAWK) 2

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SEC I ION 2

NARRAIIVE SUMMARY

Command, operations, and Iraining

On 9 July, another major step was taken towards thedeactivation of this battalion with captain Joe D. Cantlon rollingthe Battery A colors and delivering them to Lieutenant Colonelthomas M. Adkins as the battery's last official act. Al l BatteryA personnel were transferred to H&S battery as they waited forreass i gnment.

While the battalion's effort was focused on thetransferring equipment and personnel, during the month of Augustthe Battalion Commanding Officer, Executive Officer, and sergeantMajor began the planning for the deactivation ceremony scheduledfor the end of the month. A unique ceremony, every effort wasmade to ensure that this was a memorable ceremony, for it was thelast public function for the battalion. On 24 August the ceremonywas executed in front of many honored guests, relatives, friends,and former members of the battalion. Among those honored guests -

were Major General John E. Rhodes, Commanding General 2d MarineAir wing, Colonel G. A. Enos, former Commanding Officer of Marine .Air control Group 28 and 3d Light Antiaircraft Missile Battalion,and 3 additional former 3d Light Antiaircraft Missile Battalioncommanding officers, Lieutenant colonel John J. Fillippo (16- Jul19t3- 30 Jun 19t4), Colonel Hugh N. Bumpas (i Jan 196 - b Jul19tt), and Colonel U. M. Harke (8 Jun 1984 - 18 1986)9

the month of September was devoted to putting thefinishing touches on several functions of the deactivation. Mostof the HAWK equipment was transferred during late July and Augustwhile remaining miscellaneous HAWK equipment was completelytransferred on it September. the last shipment of motor transportassets took place during late September although most of theequipment was transferred before 2b August. H&S Battery,Engi neer/Communi cations, Motor t ransport Operati ons and Motort ransport Maintenance buildings were all ready for turnover on 6september. t he remainder of the month was used to take care ofremaining supply and administration tasks while transferring thosepersonnel who were no longer needed. On 30 september, Lieutenant_Clonel thomas M. Adkins oversaw the final action of thebatalion, a dairy entry stating, "IUhACIL AS NUC "23'96(, HI t: 31)LAAM, AUIH: MCBUL b400"

PersonnelI and Admi ni strati on

As 3d Light Antiaircraft Missile (LAAM) Battalion's missionchanged from providing air defense to deactivation, the manning oft ables of Organi zation ( I/O' s) 8{S81/8 82/8683/-{8b84. weresystematically reduced to zero. the firing batteries returned allequipment to the appropriate sections with in H&S Battery,

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prepared their buildings for turn-over, and prepared theirpersonnel for transfer. On 9 July all assets and personnel wereconsolidated with in H&S Battery. As equipment responsible to asection was transferred, the personnel in that section were thentransferred. All /222 and 59xx personnel who were eligible weretransferred to 2d LAAM Bn, Yuma Arizona during the month of July.All other personnel with support type MOS's were transferredwithin Marine Air control Group 28 with a few exceptions who hadorders for duty as drill instructors, career planners, etc, Allofficer transfers were within MACG-28 except for two officerswhich were assigned to the Commanding General's staff.

Legal Action

the Commanding Officer, 3d Light Antiaircraft Missile Battalion isthe Special Court Martial Convening Authority for Headquarters andservice Battery, Battery A, and Battery B. As such, the followinglegal proceedings were held at this level.

Summary Courts Martial: 1Non-judicial Punishment: 3JAG Manual Investigations: U

Awards

3d LAAM Battalion recognized it's outstanding Marines bypresenting them with the following awards:-

Navy Achievement Medal: 18certificate of commendation: 4Meritorious Mast: 13

Logistics/SuppIy

the batalion's MANES equipment operational readiness andsupply readiness rates for this period averaged 92,b and 91.8%respecti vel y.

A tremendous amount; of work was required by the supply andlogistic personnel of this battalion. Every piece of equipmentassigned to this batta lion's I/i(. had to be accounted for,invent~oried, coded, t;ransfer location ident~ified, packaged, andthen sent to the designated unit. One battery I/UO of HAWKequipment was sent to '2d LAAM Bn in Yuma, Arizona and the otherwas sent t~o 4th LAAM Bn in Hayward, Cal ifornia. Al l otherequipment from this battalion was used to fill I/0 deficiencieswithin MACGi-28, 2d Marine Air Wing, 11 Marine Expeditionary Force,and Marine c:orps Forces, Atlantic.

Secti on 3

SEQUENTIAL LISTING OF SIGNIFICANT EVENTS

8 July Battery A deactivated.

13 July Tranfer of ORF platoon assetscomplete,

18 - 22 July Transfer of (1) T/E 8684 to2d LAAM Bn.

19 Aug Transfer of (1) T/E 8684 (HAWKspecific items only) to 4th LAAMBn.

24 Aug Deactivation Ceremony

30 Sept Battalion deactivated.

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SECTION 4SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS

Excerpt, THF S.IN ,JOURNAL, 25 Aug 1994, DEACTIVAITON

'56-yearmoldbattalion

deactivatedBy Sheri LittleSun Journal Staff

From Cherny Point M

A lieutenant colonel stoodi 4

bef ore a I'w iundred MarinesWednesday miorning on aparade field in front of thecotiimanding general's build- -

I 7herry Ioint Marineir Sta!;on. .3

II tile aid of a IllicoplhonC, his• ,hee cut through a solenin hush thathad settled over the gra:;sy field."Marines, you did good. It was a .g(x)d tour. Scraper Fidelis." . . .-

With those words, Lt. Col. r

Thomas M. Adkins became the last J :j .commanding officer of the MarineCorps' 3rd Light Antiaircraft MissileBattalion.

Budget cuts in the Department ofDefense forced the deactivation ofthe 56-year-old battalion, which hadparticipated in campaigns from Senior.Marines from Cherry Point's 3rd Ught Antial craft Missile Battalion retire the unit'sWorld War II through the Persian flag In a ceremony Wednesday, marking the deactivaton of the battalion.Gulf War.

The deactivati6n ceremony, held officers. Marines carrying the battalion's col- opettor, Master Sgt. Josephunder a cool crystal blue sky, drew a After the ceremony's narrator read ors walked toward him from across Slappey, Master Gunnery Sgt.crowd of generals, wives, chjldren the commandant of the Marine the parade field. Melvin Wilson, senior Hawk techni-and "re.ired Marines, inclding four Corps' directive to deactivate the Adkins was then joined by theformer 3rd LAAM conmanding battalion, Adkins stood still as battalion's senior Hawk missile See BATTALION/A2

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Excerpt, THE SUN JOURNAL, 25 Aug 1994, DEACTIVATION (Cont.)

B a t li n battalion saw action in World War IIat Pearl Harbor, Midway, Guadal-canal, Northern Solomon Island andBougmainvll.

cian, and advisor Sgt. Major Michael In 1989, Hawk anti-aircraft mis-Nierode as the battalion flag was siles were added to battalion's arse-lowered. nal. In 1990, the battalion deployed

In a moment heavy with silence,- to the Persian Gulf, taking part inthe four Marines carefully tucked the both Desert Shield and Desert Storm.flag's battle streamers into a fold and Some of the honors the battalionslowly rolled up the scarlet and gold received over its career are the Presi-colors. An olive green sheath was dential Unit Citation, Meritoriousthen slipped over the furled flag, Unit Commendation, Americanmarking its ImenL Defense Service Streamer with

The battalion will officially be Bronze Star, World War II Victoryretired Sept. 30. Streamer and Kuwait Liberation

Although the battalion is, for all Streamer, among others.practical purposes, out of commis- Wednesday's 30-minute ceremonysion, the 380 leathemeck attached o Wee sas 30-in cereonythe unit will not their jobs Mo came to a close as Adkins was joined

of the battalion's Marines will be four r 3rd L com-trnseredto jobs at Marine John J.U'asfe'e~ t jos a Main AitutftFillippo, July 1963 to June 1964; LL

Group 14 (MAG 14) and Marine Co, uly 196 mto Jn 196Wing Support Sq uadron 27 (Mw~S. Cot Hugh R. Bapsi aur 196727) at x Cherry 27 (M Sto July 1967; Lt. Col. G.A. Enos,27) at Cherry Point. June 1977 to July 1979; and L. Col.

Adkins will become the group sup- D.L Harke, June 1984 to June 1986ply officer for Marine Aircraft Con- -t ac h nttop asitrol Group 28.--twahthunttoppssi

About 80 leathernecks in Hawk review.missile support jobs and most of th The 2nd Marine Aircraft Wingbattalion's equipment is in the Band played "Auld Lang Sync," fol-process of being transferred to the lowed by "The Marine CorpsMarine Corps' 2nd LAAM in Yuma Hymn," as the troops continued theirAriz. The Marine Corps will rename marih cross the parade field.the Yuma battalion "1st LAAM." As the troops passed by Gunnery

Third LAAM was born at Quanti- Sgt. Robert Berg, a 3rd LAAMco, Va., Nov. 15, 1938, as a machine Marine watching from the smtans, hegun and anti-aircraft gun battery. The sighed: "It's done. We're history."

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Excerpt, WINDSOCK, 8 Sept 1994, DEACTIVATION

September8 1994 3'Hawk' battalion Pflies into history It"

Sgt. Robert Saul P

wkane Corps Ar Station

'kUgluAnti-AircraftMissale aaallkm'sdeactivation ceremony was Aug. 24,following months of turnover andreassignments as a result of the Corps'downsizing, placing LAAM's colorful,,

thisloryon thesacrificialalter for thesccond

3d LAAM originated as Battery B, 1stlaitalion, 15th Marine Regiment, at > f(Qiuanlico, Va., Nov. 15, 1938. During thewar, llve battery uscd its machine guns and . '. .three-inch, anti-aircraft guns againstJapaincose aircraft throughout the Pacific3Iheat :r 3d LAAM participated in thelialhIe tf Pearl I larhor, Mkiway, Tulagi,

"(kudalcaal and morc."llc battalion was deactivated for the

first ti.ne on Dec. , 1944, only to be 3d LAAMs ser Maries case the battalion's battle standard during the deativation ceremony Aug. 24. W a unit isrcacliated at China Lake, Calif Oct. 11, deactivated its battl standard is cased and taken to the historical branch at Headquarters Marine Corps, where it is951,thistimeasthe lstProvisionalGuided for historical purposes or untl the unit is reactivated.Missile Battalion. In 1964 3d LAAM received the Hawk and operational deployments. at sixty-miles per hour, turning on a dimeOver the next years the battalion went missile system, an all-weather, medium The battalion was targeted or and going sixty miles per hour in thethrough many changes as technology range, medium-to-lowaltitude,surface-to- deactivation this year. Attending he opposite direction. Overall hedcribedadvanced toward today's caliber of anti- air missile defense capability. Throughout deactivation ceremony last week were his Marines by saying. "I've been honoredaircraft missiles. After numerous the next twodecades, LAAM participated former commanding officers; CoL DL to have such fine officers, Staff NCOsandrcdesignation and reorgan ,Jng efforts the in many field exercises and live missile Ilarke, CoL G.A. Enos, CoL IlR.R Bampas enlisted Marines wtrkingwithe." "lfmybattalion ended up as 1st Medium Anti- firing exercises. and LICoL JJ. F'llippo. sonCodydecidestojointAircraftMissleBattalionandwasstatioged In 1990, .3d LAAM deployed to the LICoL Thomas M. Adkins, present Ihope hewillhaveantop;otntoat Twentynine Palns Calif. Persian Gulf for operations Desert Shield commanding officer, assumed command with a group of professional Marines.On Dec ,1961 thebattalionreceivedits and Desert Storm, where they provided of3dLAAMonJuly 1,1992. Since thenhe Onebatteryisbeingtranferredtovuma,presmetdesignationas3dLAAM,andwas medium-altitude air defense for the has overseen LAAMtn exercises suchas; Ariz., to join 1st LAAMandlheothertotransfrred to Cherry Point, one year later. coalition ground and air elements, civilian Alpine Warriorin McCoy, Wi.,Operat ns 4 thLAAMinFresnoCalif.TheremainingUpon its arrival here one missile battery facilities and vital logistic build-up points. Teamwork in Bardufoss, Norway, Ocean Marines will be dispersed throughout the "wasimmediatelydeloyedtoouantanamo Since returning to Cherry Point in April :. enure, and numerous WTIs and CAXs. 2d MW pon fina deactivatioon.SptNaval Base, Cuba, where ft remainnbiiuiuntil 1991 c1 LAA M has continued tn harpen :;'Adklnsdescribed the dexethtaonsit's "._______the elnd ol the Cublan Ni.,uile C'risis. ilsskilk l,i,ul., livenmi%ilIn,,,lul (-gxt-rclse. like ;a., iiclk ji, tvilw,, lhw llil,hw~ty

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UNITED STATES MARINE CORPSMARINE WII G SUPPORT SQUADRON 273

MAR NE WING SUPPORT GROUP 27

PO BOX 66038

MCAS BEAUFORT SC 29904-6038 IN REPLY REFER TO:

5750S-329 Dec 94

From: Commanding Officer, Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine WingSupport Group 27, 2d Marine Aircraft Wing, Fleet Marine ForceAtlantic, Marine Corps Air Station, Beaufort, South Carolina 29904-6035

To: Commandant of the Marine Corps, Headquarters United States MarineCorps, Washington, D. C. 2038-001 (Code HDH-4)

Via: (1) Commanding Officer, Maine Wing Support Group 27, 2d Marine AircraftWing, Fleet Marine Force Atlantic, Marine Corps Air Station, CherryPoint, North Carolina 28533-0001(2) Commanding General, 2d Marine Aircraft Wing, Fleet Marine ForceAtlantic Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point, North Carolina,28533-0001(3) Commanding General, Headquarters, Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic,Norfolk Virginia 23515-5000

Subj: COMMAND CHRONOLOGY FOR THE PERIOD OF 01 JULY - 31 DECEMBER 1994

Ref: (a) MCO P5750.1G(b) WgO P5750.1E(c) GruO P5750.1G

Encl: (1) Marine Wing Support Squadron 273 Command Chronology

1. In accordance with references (a) through (c), the enclosure is provided.

S. A. MARSHALL

UNCLASSIFIED


ORGANIZATIONAL DATA

SECTION 1

Unit Desicnation

a. Reporting Unit Code: M00273

b. Table of Organization: 8702

Period covered is 01 July 1994 through 31 December 1994. The Squadron waslocated at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, South Carolina, for the entirereporting period.

Personnel Information

a. Commanding Officer: LtCol Samuel A. Marshall01 Jul 94 through 31 Dec 94

b. Executive Officer: Maj Mark W. Placey01 Jul 94 through 09 Sep 94

Maj Peter C. MacKinnon10 Sep 94 through 31 Dec 94

c. Subordinate Commanders: None

d. Principal Staff Members:

S-1 Officer: CWO-3 Richard G. Gillespie(Administration) 08 Sep 94 through 31 Dec 94

S-2 Officer: Sgt Felix J. Patrick(Intelligence) 01 Jul 94 through 31 Dec 94

S-3 Officer: Capt Joel J. Davis(Operations) 01 Jul 94 through 31 Dec 94

S-4 Officer: Capt Yori R. Escalante(Logistics) 01 Jul 94 through 31 Dec 94

Maintenance Officer: CWO-2 Robert D. Cannon01 Jul 94 through 31 Dec 94

e. Staff Historian: MSgt Archie McLellan01 Jul 94 through 31 Dec 94

f. Sergeant Major: SgtMaj Kim R. Tully01 Jul 94 through 31 Dec 94

Averaae Monthly Strenath (Personnel chargeable and on hand)

Because of the large Fleet Assistance Program (FAP) requirements,personnel strengths are shown reflecting both categories of personnel. UnitedStates Navy personnel, when assigned are FAPPED to the Marine Corps AirStation, Branch Medical Clinic.

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USMC USN

OFFICER ENLISTED

ON HAND PED O FAPPED OFFICER ENLISTED

Month - 7 19 02 583 190 01 07Month - 8 19 02 572 194 01 07Month - 9 19 02 577 190 01 06Month - 10 19 02 582 196 01 06Month - 11 19 02 579 199 01 06Month - 12 19 02 596 197 01 06

ON HAND ASSETSTAM NUMBER NOMENCLATURE AUTHORIZED POSSESSED

A1214 SB-4097 02 01A1250 PP-6836 01 00A1305 UIQ-10 03 03A1815 GRC-160 04 04A1930 MRC-11OA 03 03A2050 PRC-77 54 75A2065 PRC-104 03 03A2069 PRC-113 12 09A2505 SB-3614 03 03A2508 SB-3865 03 03A2635 TA-838 45 43B0055 BATH UNIT B/B 05 05B0090 BLOCK AND TACKLE 01 01B0215 BUCKET TRAM 04 04B0391 RTCH 02 02B0395 COMPRESS 250 CFM 02 02B0399 30 TON CRANE 02 00B0443 25 TON CRANE 02 02B0446 7.5 TON CRANE 06 06B0465 M-12A1 DEC UNIT 02 02B0475 MINE DET AF-108 02 02B0525 DRAW BAR 02 02B0579 LAPD BANK 01 01B0595 15KW DIST BOX 10 10B0600 30 KW DIST BOX 04 '04B0605 100 KW DIST BOX 02 02B0608 FIELD WIRE HRN 12 12B0630 A265 LIGHT 06 00B0635 FLOOD SKID 10 10B0647 FORKS 09 09B0675 TAFDS 06 06B0730 3KW MEP 16 12 12B0891 MEP 003A 15 05B0921 MEP 112A 00 00B0953 MEP OO5A 14 14B0971 MEP 114A 00 00B1016 MEP liSA 00 00B1021 MEP 006A 06 06B1045 MEP 007A 00 00

MEP 007B 06 06B1082 RD GRADER 02 02B1135 HERS 02 02Bl180 ICE FLAKE 03 03

UNCLASSIFIED2

UNCLASSIFIED

Subj COMMAND CHRONOLOGY FOR THE PERIOD OF 01 JULY - 31 DECEMBER 1994

ON HAND ASSETS

TAM NUMBER NOMENCLATURE AUTHORIZED POSSESSED

B1226 LAUNDRY BASE 04 04B1280 LIGHT SET LG 06 0631290 LIGHT SET SM 05 05B1291 M17 DECON UNIT 01 03B1300 MAINT P/F 00 03B1326 MIXER CON 01 01B1467 PIPE FITTER 01 01B1580 PUMP MODULE 04 04B1581 SIX CON PUMP 01 0031620 65 GPM PUMP 01 0131650 ME-10 10 10B1710 350 CUBE REFER 11 1131785 420C 02 02B1830 CHAIN SAW 05 04B1922 6213 SCRAPER 00 01B1945 SHOP VAN 01 0132060 PAINT SP 01 01B2085 TANK MODULE 18 18B2086 SIX CON TANK 07 0432127 RW SWEEPER 02 0232130 TANK 3000 GL 44 4432240 LINE KIT 00 0232270 PIPE FITTER 02 02B2460 1150-E 02 02B2462 D-7 G 04 0432463 1150 SCOOP 02 01B2482 SEE TRACTOR 02 02B2560 MC6000 12 0032561 EBFL 13 1232566 DTC 4000 06 0632567 TRAM 10 1032600 WATER DIST 03 0032604 ROWPU 09 0932685 WELDING MECH ARC 02 02C4765 TAU 07 07D0070 BATTERY CHARGER 04 02D0080 M353 TRAILER 20 20D0085 116A TRAILER 15 15D0090 HPLU 02 02DO100 DEGREASER 03 03D0209 MK-48 PWR UNIT 06 07D0215 M-970 SEMI-TRAILER 10 10D0235 M-870 SEMI-TRAILER 03 03D0860 M-105 TRAILER 13 13D0875 762 TRAILER 00 0D0876 MK-14 03 03D0877 MK-15 01 01D0878 MK-16 03 03D1002 M1035 01 01DI016 M1008 /1009 36 36DI059 M813/923/925 28 24DI061 M927/928 00 04D1064 P19 04 04D1072 M817 06 06D1082 M-1028-FF 01 02

UNCLASSIFIED3

UNCLASSIFIED

Subj: COMMAND CHRONOLOGY FOR TE PERIOD OF 01 JULY - 31 DECEMBER 1994

ON HAND ASSETS

TAN NMER NOMENCLATURE AUTHORIZED pOSSESSED

D1134 M931/M-818 10 10D1120 M50A2 00 00D1158 M998/M1038 45 45D1212 M936 WRECKER 02 02H2045 RC-292 05 05H2357 PP-2953 03 03H2363 PIQ-5 02 02H2379 GRA-39B 05 05H2444 TA-938 40 34

NARRATIVE SUMMARY

SECTION 2

COMMAND, OPERATIONS AND TRAINING

During the second half of 1994, MWSS-273 found itself involved in a widevariety of training and operations. During July, the command continued totake advantage of the experiences learned from SATEX and diligently appliedthem to the execution of CAX 9/10. We sent 116 Marines to 29 Palms, CA toprovide aviation ground support to the aviation combat element during CAX9/10. During the same month the command prepared for the MWSG-27 CommandingOfficer's change of command. The Squadron conducted extensive drill practiceto ensure our 121 Marines participating in the change of command on 20 July atCherry Point, NC would display the Sweathog pride and professionalism.

During August, the Expeditionary Airfield Section completed its supportat Landing Zone Pheasant and sent a detachment to Marine Corps Base Quanticoto disassemble and recover the vertical take-off and landing pad that was usedto support the V-22 Osprey testing and evaluation. For August and Septemberthe Motor Transport Section provided TOT/TOP support to MAG-31 in accordancewith CG 2nd MAW msg dtd 0216332 June 94 to help minimize transportation cost.

During September, the Squadron made preparations to receive our Marinesback from CAX 9/10. While continuing to plan for the Squadron Field Exercise,time was set aside to focus on the staff planning process and educated oursections with classes. Also our engineers found themselves involved inseveral projects spread between Marine Corps Air Station, Beaufort; MarineCorps Recruit Depot, Parris Island; and Naval Hospital Beaufort. OurConstruction Section received a lot of beneficial training while helping ourfellow Marines at the same time and providing tremendous cost saving to allthe installations.

October was a very busy month, the Squadron found itself making finalplans and conducting final briefs for the Squadron Field Exercise that wasconducted at Page Field, MCRD Parris Island. The Squadron's training duringthe field exercise included, but not limited to:

1. Exercise MSSD II for deployment and retrograde.

2. Round robin training, MOS classes/cross training, repelling, nightland navigation, etc.

3. Required training, NBC training, Gas Chamber, Personnel andEquipment Decon.

UNCLASSIFIED4

UNCLASSIFIED


4. Base recovery after attack training, rapid runway repair and localarea security training.

Also this month we conducted our yearly weapons shoot at Fort Stewart,GA. We improved our gun teams proficiency on operating the M2, M60 and M249.We had 65 Marines to take part in this evolution. During this month, weprovided VMFA-312 with cooks and military police support for a series ofupcoming boat work-ups.

During October and November, the Squadron conducted mandatorydrug/alcohol abuse, spouse abuse, and suicide prevention training. OurMedical Section exercised its capabilities by conducting a Shot-X, whichhelped us maintain one of the highest medical readiness in the Group. Thismonth also saw us complete the 2nd MAW Embarkation Inspection with no trendsand we received a grade of excellent.

During November, the Squadron completed Battle Skills Testing (BST). TheExplosive Ordnance Disposal Division provided support to the South CarolinaLaw Enforcement Division and Air Station in the local area, assisting in thecollection/disposal of old ordnance and ammunitions. The EAF Sectionsupported F/A-18 aircraft at MCAF Quantico with M-21 Arresting Gearinstallation and operations. They performed 52 recoveries of aircraft duringthe period. Also in support of F/A-18 aircraft the EAF section installed M-21Arresting Gear at MCAS Beaufort in support of Hornet's Nest, where 9recoveries were performed. During this month the Squadron provided the AirStation with support in preparation for the Marine Corps Ball. Our Marinestransformed one of the aircraft hanger spaces into a very impressive ballroomfor both the Enlisted and SNCO/Officer's Ball. We provided heating andcooling services, ice, MHE support and interior decorating. The Birthday Ballwas a success.

During November and December, the Squadron was reaping the benefits fromthe Squadron Field Exercise and staff planning exercise. These evolution'splayed a key role in the smooth transition into the preliminary planning forRoving Sands 95 and WTI 2-95.

During December, our Communications Sections participated in its firstGroup Communication Exercise which provided great long range communicationstraining for our Marines. Also during this month our Military Police and EODSections provided support to the Secret Service in support of the President ofthe United States' visit to Hilton Head, SC.

For entire 6 month period we have had 37 Marines deployed to Aviano,Italy in support of the Marines F/A-lB Squadron there. These Marines are insupport of Operation Provide Promise and Deny Flight.

PERSONNEL AND ADMINISTRATION

Assignment of personnel to this command is controlled through MAG-31.All Marines reporting to MCC 165 will be assigned to either MCAS-2 or MWSS-273MACS-2 and MWSS-273 work together by screening the inbound report to determinepersonnel assignments.

During this period the Administrative Assistance Team visited the commandto provide guidance and assistance for the upcoming inspection in February1995.

Our current Fleet Assistance Program (FAP) is being updated to reflectthat all line numbers are accurately filled.

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AWARDS-COMMAND GENERATED

Navy Achievement Medals ......... 23

Meritorious Masts . ............ 26

Letters of Commendation/Appreciation . . 93

CAREER PLANNER

FirstTermer Career Total

1. Separation 34 18 52

2. Recommend/Eligible 25 11 36

3. Recommend/Not Eligible 06 07 13

4. Not Recommended 03 00 03

5. Reenlistments 07 10 17

6. FY Reenlistments 07 03 10

7. SRBP Reenlistments 03 02 05

LOGISTICS

The operational tempo for the Squadron during this period dictated aquick tempo for the S-4. The Squadron supported CAX 9/10-94 from July -

September, and the embarkation section coordinated the complete loadout andre-deployment of the detachment, as well as providing two embarkationspecialists and one MIMMS clerk.

The Embarkation Section again coordinated a major movement when theSquadron deployed to Page Field at MCRD Parris Island for a Squadron FieldExercise from 14-21 October. During this same time period (17-19 October),the Squadron stood the 2nd MAW Commanding General's Embarkation Inspection,receiving a grade of Excellent, the highest results of any unit in MWSG-27 todate. The Squadron also gained the opportunity to train with the USAF duringJoint Airborne/Air Transportability Training on 5 December. The JA/ATTcentered around loading a C-141 with three HMMWV's and a 5-Ton Truck andconducting an engine running of fload.

During the Squadron Field Exercise, the S-4 took the opportunity toexercise several areas of logistics. A field mess was constructed and mealsprepared for all members of the Squadron. The Logistics Operations Center wasstood up, and used as the focal point for all logistics during the exercise.The S-4 Officers also served as the Camp Commandant for the unit.

ARMORY

The Squadron lead the push for expansion in the MAG-31 Armory bysubmitting for approval and then constructing the established new maintenancearea in the armory. This project created space to store the new crew-servedweapons received during the year. The Squadron also placed 446 bayonets and117 K-Bars in Level-A Pack, and the armory supported the Squadron crew servedweapons shoot conducted at Fort Stewart from 3-6 October.

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SAFETY/HAZ US MATERIAL

In the areas of Safety and Hazardous Material/Waste, the Squadronassisted the Air Station in a Spill Contingency Plan Survey, 24-28 October.On 7 November, the Squadron received six hazardous material shelters purchasedby the Air Station for $85,000.00. These shelters will replace antiquatedstorage means in use presently, and further assist in the management ofhazardous materials within the Squadron.

FOOD SERVICES

The year ended with competition for the right to represent 2D MAW in theNey/Hill Field Mess Competition. Construction of the field mess took placeduring late November and early December, with the evaluation being conducted8-9 December. The evaluators were impressed with the overall attitude of allMarines involved, and the Squadron did very well in the competition.

MOTOR TRANSPORT

The Motor Transport Operations Officer returned from Aviano, Italy(Operation Deny Flight). MGySgt Mathis reassumed the duties as MotorTransport Chief. One additional piece of equipment was inducted into theAdministrative Storage Program which now has 30 pieces that include (11)M-998, (2) M-997, (4) M-1038, (4) M-813, (1) M-817, (1) M-925 and (7) M-105Trailers. Our licensing section taught six light vehicle classes and onemedium vehicle class. Licensing issued 30 new licenses, 11 renewals, 29upgrades and 7 duplicates. Total dispatches were 802 with a total of 30,894miles driven, 973 tons of cargo hauled and 5565 passengers transported.

Combined Arms Exercise 9-94 and 10-94 at 29 Palms California wassupported by 17 Marines from the Motor Transport Section. Thirty-threeMarines also Participated in operation "Bay of Hogs" Page Field, Paris Island,South Carolina. One Staff Sergeant completed the Motor Transport StaffCourse. One Sergeant completed the Sergeants Course. Two Corporals completedBasic Educational Skills Program. One Lance Corporal completed Lotus SmartSuite and one Lance Corporal participated in the Recruiters AssistanceProgram.

FUELS

The Fuel Branch conducted extensive Airfield Operations to provide safeand expedient refueler service support to Marine Aircraft Group 31 and providepersonnel for deployments to support contingency operations outside CONUS andfield training exercises within CONUS.

MWSS-273's operational profile and record of achievement during the pastmonths is probably best indicated by the performance of its Fuel Branchpersonnel during deployment to Aviano, Italy. During this period, Fuel Branchpersonnel dispensed 3.8 million gallons of JP-8 to twenty-one (21) varioustypes of tactical, commercial and foreign aircraft is support of OperationDeny Flight. Additionally 345,035 gallons of JP-5 was dispensed aboard MCAS,Beaufort and, 12,612 gallons of diesel fuel was issued to support groundsupport equipment conducting internal operational commitments. Operationssupported while in CONUS, (Bogue field operations 20, June - 30 June dispensed157,019 gals of JP-5 and 1,067 gallons of diesel and CAX Exercise 22 July - 27Sep issued 1,356,082 gals of JP-5).

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JP-5 REFUEL AND DEFUEL

J=N SEPTEMBER

Total Gallons Issued: 33,436 Total Gallons Issued: 15,384

Total Number Aircraft: 33 Total Number Aircraft: 17

Total Amount Defueled: 7,800 Total Amount Defueled: 15,100

Total Number Aircraft: 15 Total Number Aircraft 24

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DECEMKBER

Total Gallons Issued: 9,558

Total Number Aircraft: 10

Total Amount Defueled: 650

Total Number Aircraft 2

DIESEL

Total Diesel Issued: 3,178 Total Diesel Issued: 1,920

Total Diesel Issued: 1,837 Total Diesel Issued: 2,040

AUGUST NOVEMBER

Total Diesel Issued: 2,322 Total Diesel Issued: 1, 050

Total Diesel Issued: 265

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DISPATCHING

JUNE SEPTEMBER

Total Miles: 178 Total Miles: 138

JULY OCTOBER


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DECEMBER

Total Miles: 18

SUBSTANCE ABUSE CONTROL OFFICER

Marines receiving Urinalysis Test: 1,019

Marines apprehended for driving under the influence: 1

Marines receiving non-judicial punishment resulting fromalcohol related incidents: 1

Marines admitted to alcohol rehabilitation service: 2

LEGAL ACTION

The Commanding Officer, Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, is the SpecialCourt Martial Convening Authority for MWSS-273. As such the following legalproceedings were conducted during the subject period.

General Courts Martial: 2

Special Courts Martial: 1

Summary Courts Martial: 0

Non-Judicial Punishment: 7

JAG Manual Investigations: 4

Administrative Separations: 2

COMMUNICATIONS

The Communications Section provided support to the Squadrons From MCASBeaufort for exercise onboard or abroad.

External support was provided via equipment temp loans to MACS-2, MAG-31,VMFA-533, VMFA-312, VMFA-251, H&HS, I&I Charleston, Weapons Training BattalionParris Island, 8th Communications Battalion Camp Lejeune, N.C., and specialMAGTF UNITAS.

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During July, the Communication Section shipped equipment to 29 Palms, CAfor CAX 9/10-94, and the advance party departed with 7 communicators. LtBellman joined the Communications Branch and SSgt Wher attended CMS Course inCharleston. One communicator supported the Fuels Section in Operation RockyMountain at Fort Stewart.

During August, three communicators for the TEECG for CAX and Lt Bellmandeparted for 29 Palms. The communicator the supported Rocky Mountain and SgtSmith from CAX returned to the section. One communicator to Quantico, VA tosupport EAF in a VTOL exercise. SSgt Willis and Sgt Crabb to Recruiter Schooland Lt Bellman returned from CAX. Sgt Yates had minor surgery and was placedon convalescent leave for 30 days and Sgt Brotherson is FAPPED to S-4 for 6months.

During September, several Marines attended a series of courses; LANComputer Course, CMS, and a computer course. 2nd MAW conducted a CMSinspection, the results were major findings. Seven communicators returnedfrom CAX, and Sgt Falls joins the platoon. Two PFCs were promoted to LCPL.The section also received T/E gear, (1) A2069 , (4) H2442 and (4) H2190.

During October, the Communication Section had 3 promotions (2) to Sgt and(1) to LCpl. SSgt Aiello and 4 communicators to support Squadron Gun Shoot atFort Stewart. The CMS department had two assist visits 2nd MAW and CMS AATeam from Charleston. One communicator went TAD to station for 6 months andthe Communication Section went to the field at Parris Island for the SquadronField Exercise. Four 2512s joined the communications platoon. TheCommunication Section received T/E gear, (5) A2069 and (1) H7912.

During November, the Communication Section sent two Marines TAD, (1) toSergeant's Course and (1) to VMFA-115 for six months. One 2531 Cpl joined theplatoon and was reassigned to MACS-2. SSgt Wehr and Sgt Marshall attendedCourse, Banyan Vines and LAN Administrator. The section received T/E gear:(13) A2050, (2) H7016, (5) H2460, (1) H2465, and (8) H3220.

During December, the Communication Section conducted quarterly highfrequency training with MWSS-271, 272 and 274. Lt Bellman went to El Paso forsite survey for Roving Sands. One 2512 Sgt joins the platoon and Lt Bellmanand Sgt Marshall attend SORTS Course.

NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL, CHEMICAL

During July, the NBC Section conducted a mini course on the 6th, 18th and21st. Decontamination Team training was conducted on the 8th. Monitor SurveyTeam training was also conducted on the 8th. Integrated Training wasconducted on the 7th, 12th, and 20th. CS Chamber was conducted on the 20th.

During August, the NBC Section conducted Mini Course on the 2nd and 23rd.Integrated Training was conducted on the 4th, 11th, 18th.

During September, the NBC Section conducted Mini Courses on the 20th andthe 26th. Integrated Training was conducted on the 8th, 22nd and the 30th.Mask Confidence exercise was conducted on the 1st and the 29th.

During October, the NBC Section deployed to Parris Island, SC on the 16thand returned on the 20th. While deployed the section conducted Decon Teamtraining was conducted on the 18th and 20th. The Mask Confidence Exercise wasconducted on the 18th and 19th. Integrated Training was conducted on the20th.

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During November, the NBC Section issued M-40 Field Protective Masks toall sections in the Squadron. Also recoupment of all M-17A2 Field ProtectiveMask. On the 14th the test and evaluation unit arrived to test the M-40 FieldProtective Mask. They completed all testing by the 22nd.

During December, the NBC Section conducted Mini Courses on the 6th, 13thand 20th. Integrated Training on the 8th and the 15th. Mask Confidence

Exercise was conducted of the 9th.

EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL

During July through November, the MWSS-273 Explosive Ordnance DisposalTeam responded to numerous military and civilian calls and performed thenecessary actions.

During July, performed (2) Grade III Operations, (4) calls pertaining toaircraft guns and practice ordnance on MCAS and MCRD, (1) range sweep atTownsend, GA, (3) dud grenade calls at MCRD Parris Island, (2) responses tocivilian locations for grenade I. D. and a Mine locator, and (2) classes;Basic Demo for CAC personnel and a grenade class to MCAS mess hall personnel.

During August, performed (1) Grade III operations, (2) separate AMMOturn-ins, (3) improvised Explosive Devices (IED's) calls involving the HuddleHouse in Beaufort, MCRD Parris Island, Post Office, and Beaufort Post Office,and assistance to Department of Health and Environmental Control for a seamarker.

During September, (5) dud grenandes were dispatched, (1) A-1O wasassisted for its racks being pinned, (1) Grade III operations was performedfor MCRD Parris Island, Technical assistance was provided to NREAO on handlingto MWSS-273 personnel and an IED class to MCRD Parris Island, PMO was given, adud TNT response at CAC MCRD and a range sweep at Townsend Ga. was conducted.

During October, retrieved several ordnance items locally to include, (1)Civil War Parrot Round in Ridgeland; (1) arty simulator from Port Royal PoliceDepartment; a MK 47 round' and a dud M7A3 CS from MCRD NBC, severaldownloading operations for F/15 aircraft including MJU-12/A flare dispensers,(2) basic demo classes; (1) for MCRD Parris Island H&S BN; and another forMCAS Beaufort PMO, (2) Grade III Burn Tank operations were conducted, and (1)dud grenade was destroyed.

During November, a response was required to retrieve a Smokey Sam fromrunway 23, (5) lED calls were reported; (4) to Jasper CEC, (1) to BeaufortHigh School, (3) calls were handled in response to CXU carts and a flare/chaffdispenser, a request to inert various fuses for Shaw AFB and disposal of (1)dud grenade at MCRD Parris Island.

pROVOST MARSHAL

The Provost Marshal Section consists of 58 Marines who are FAPPED tostation to fill different MOS requirements within the 5800 field. Whent4SS-273 deploys, a large number of these Marines would be brought back to theSquadron to fill Military Police Billets as needed for each operation.

In preparation for deployments, the Provost Marshal Section has ensured100% HMMWV licensing for all incoming MP's.

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The Provost Marshal's Office continues to have 11 MPs deployed to Aviano,Italy in support of Operation Deny Flight/Provide Promise. In addition toItaly, PMO provided MP's to support CAX 9/10 and is currently supportingMAG-31 with MPs to support 2 separate MED Cruises.

MEDICAL

MWSS-273 activity supported this Squadron on numerous deployments duringthis period including a field exercise at Page Field from 15 - 21 Oct as wellas CAX 9/10 in Aug - Sep 94. In addition, HM-2 Gonzalalez is assigned toMarine Security Forces in Panama from May - Oct 94.

Continuing education was achieved through numerous inservice educationopportunities from all personnel. HM-1 Scalf attended the Navy Leadership anddevelopment Course in Oct 94. In Dec, he also earned his Air WarfareDesignation. Lt Bass earned 42 hours of Category one CME (continuing medicaleducation) by attending an intensive review of emergency medical course inSeptember.

HN Lookedoo was awarded Sailor of the Quarter for MAG-31. A high level ofmedical readiness was maintained through numerous immunization opportunitiesand diligent efforts by the entire unit. MWSS-273 medical personnel continuedto serve a vital role in the providing of health care at BMC, MCAS Beaufort.

EXPEDITIONARY AIRFIELD SERVICES

During the period 1 July through 31 December 94, the ExpeditionaryAirfield Services Branch participated in numerous exercises in support ofMAG-31 flight operations.

In August, two (2) Marines went to Naval Air Station Cecil FieldJacksonville, Florida to conduct the Non-destructive Inspection (NDI) of threeupper power assemblies. Conclusively four (4) Marines traveled to MCBQuantico, VA to retrograde the 96 X 96 VTOL Pad that was used for the testevaluation of the OV-22 Osprey. Additionally, eight (8) Marines Participatedin CAX 9/10 at Twently-Nine Palms, CA from July through September. M-21Arresting Gear was then installed and certified to MCAS Beaufort, SC in orderto facilitate training and to support MAG-31 flight operations.

During October five (5) Marines went to Page Field, MCRD Parris Island toinstall a VTOL Pad and participate in field training. There were also sixMarines sent to MCAF Quantico to install and perform operations on the M-21Arresting Gear in support of MAG-31 flight operations.

November provided the opportunity for CWO-2 Morrison and GySgt Blair totravel to Blount Island, FL and Jacksonville, FL in order to attend thePrecision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) conference, and MaritimePropositioning Ship (MPS) Brief.

December allowed us to send two (2) Marines to NAS Cecil Field,Jacksonville, FL to attend Quality Assurance Analyst and Work CenterSupervisor Courses. EAF Marines are an integral part of MCAS Beaufortoperations. Through the Fleet Assistance Program (FAP) operating four (4)sets of E-28 Arresting Gear and E-5 Chaining Gear, one (1) set of M-21Arresting Gear and two Fresnel Lens Optical Landing Systems (FLOLS) in orderto support MAG-31 flight operations.

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MAINTNANCE

From July to December the Maintenance Department continued to performcorrective and preventive maintenance on Engineer, Motor Transport, Utilityand Communications Vehicles to maintain MWSS-273 at operational capacity.

The Administrative Storage Program remains in full swing and has provento be a valuable asset to the Squadron. A total of 93 pieces of equipmenthave been inducted into the program. Three pieces were removed, exercised andthen returned to the program within the last six months.

During the past six months Maintenance maintained a steady flow of ERO's.

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188 95 Motor Transport22a 200 Engineers417 295

ENGINEERS

During the second half of this year saw the Engineer Section very busy.

During July, Engineers sent Marines and Equipment in support of CAX 9/10in 29 Palms, CA. Construction Shop completed the Pistol Range at MCAS ParrisIsland with the aid of the Heavy Equipment Section and Surveyors from theDrafting/Survey Shop. Construction also repaired bay doors for MACS-2.

During August, Heavy Equipment started work on play ground equipment atthe Beaufort Naval Hospital and dug four storage cells for MCRD Parris Island.Construction started work on the roller blade rink at Laurel Bay inconjunction with Heavy Equipment and Surveyors. Construction also startedwork on the Commanding General's driveway at MCRD Parris Island. TheDrafting/Survey shop surveyed over 7 miles of land to provide a clear line ofsight for the new MCAS Beaufort control tower, allowing loggers to harvest thetrees.

During September, Construction completed the roller blade rink at LaurelBay and continued work on the Commanding General's driveway at MCRD ParrisIsland. Heavy Equipment contained and cleaned up a spill at the MCAS SewageTreatment Plant. Drafting/Survey started work on the retention basin at theASP lot. Utilities sent three (3) Marines over to Aviano, Italy to replacethe three Marines that were already there.

During October, Engineers participated in a weapons shoot at FortStewart, GA. They also deployed with the Squadron to Page Field, MCRD ParrisIsland, SC for a week long field exercise. The Utilities, Heavy Equipment,and Drafting/Survey Sections sent Marines to MCAF Quantico, VA in support ofEAF operations being performed there. Heavy Equipment started a 24 hour a dayduty in support of EAF operations at MCAS Beaufort, SC. Construction was busywith making the decorations for the Marine Corps Ball.

During November, Utilities provided personnel and equipment to supportthe Marine Corps Ball. They also provided personnel and equipment to supporta NBC exercise at Camp Lejeune, NC and support PMO at MCAS Beaufort at a crimescene. Utilities also supplied equipment to the Communication Sections forsupport of the joint exercise with MWSG-27. Construction was busy tearingdown sea huts, building a new wall in the armory. They also built handicapramps for the Officers' Club at MCAS Beaufort.

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During December, Engineers provided manpower and equipment in support ofthe Ney/Hill Field Mess. The Construction Shop completed work on the ParrisIsland Generals driveway.

PROJECTS/DEPLOYMENTS

DATE AND % COMPLETE PARRIS ISLAND MAN/EQUIP HOURS COST SAVING

940425-940722 100% P. I. PISTOL RANGE 3172/0 $47,580.00940824-940831 100% P. I. LANDFILL 169/23 $ 3,863.00940819-941212 100% CG DRIVEWAY 3076/136 $24,936.00

DATE AND % COMPLETE LAURELBAX MAN/EOUIP HOURS COST SAVING

940819 100% ROLLER BLADE RINK 481/59 $ 4,823.00

DATE AND % COMPLETE MCAS BEAUFORT MAN/EOUIP HOURS COST SAVING

941122-941209 100% NEY HILL 334/96 $ 0.00940711-940725 100% DOORS MACS-2 60/0 $ 900.00941103-941104 100% O-CLUB HANDICAP RAMP 3/0 $ 0.00941116-941130 100% ARMORY WALL 280/0 $ 4,200.00

TOTAL MAN HOURS.......7,575TOTAL EQUIPMENT HOURS..314TOTAL COST SAVING....... $86,302.00

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