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Video by Sgt. Luc Boatman, Cpl. Emeline Swyers

B-Roll: VMFA-311 declares initial operational capability

3rd Marine Aircraft Wing

July 25, 2024 | 1:58

U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 311, Marine Aircraft Group 11, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, conduct a live ordnance training event at the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar combat aircraft loading area, California, July 25, 2024. This was the first time VMFA-311 conducted live ordnance operations independently and a milestone for the squadron, which declared initial operational capability on July 31, 2024. Achieving initial operational capability means that VMFA-311 has the operational F-35C aircraft, trained pilots, maintainers, and support equipment to self-sustain its mission essential tasks. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Emeline Swyers and Sgt. Luc Boatman)