VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks continuous improvement in the locations of responsibility, enabling focus on delivering the mission of enhancing regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marines, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced), unload cargo at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM - 161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Hunter Seelye, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, observes an aerial refueling over East Africa, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jonathan Leon, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, monitors an aerial refueling over East Africa, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN) plays a vital role in sustaining operational reach throughout East Africa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marines assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) unload cargo at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Sion Harrington, KC-130J Super Hercules pilot, oversees the unloading of cargo at Cooperative Security Location, Kismayo, Somalia, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa seeks continuous improvement in the locations of responsibility, enabling focus on delivering the mission of enhancing regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
A U.S. Air Force CV-22 Osprey conducts an aerial refueling mission with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) above East Africa, June 2, 2025. Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa stands ready to respond to crises across the continent, protecting and securing U.S. citizens and interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)
VMM-161 (REIN) delivers mission-critical support in East Africa
1:34 PM6/9/2025
U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jonathan Leon, Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 161 (Reinforced) KC-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, guides the offloading of a four-wheeler at Baledogle Military Airfield, Somalia, June 2, 2025. VMM-161 (REIN)’s mission is to provide aerial and combat support to Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, as well as additional support to troops and operations, whether amphibious or ashore. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joseph Bartoszek)