Lance Cpl. Jessie B. Vangelder hammers in a VS-17 platform into Tinian's Backer Runway at North Field Nov. 19, during Exercise Forager Fury II. The VS-17 platforms allow aircraft pilots to have a visual aid when landing on a runway. Vangelder is a navigational aids technician and MMT (Marine Air Traffic Controller Mobile Team) member from Pittsburgh, Pa., with Marine Air Control Squadron 4, Marine Air Control Group 18, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force. MMT Marines prepare Baker Runway for slated landings 131119-M-BC491-0024

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