Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Derek Edwards, a crew chief with Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron 267, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, participates in a Tactical Air Control Party off the coast of Okinawa February 9, 2017. This specific training focused on enhancing efficiency and coordination between air and ground elements, which is crucial to maintain a stronger, more capable forward deployed force of readiness in support of the alliance and our regional partners.

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