The unit transitioned from an operational RQ-21A Blackjack drone squadron to the Corps’ Reaper Fleet Replacement Squadron in July 2023.
A handful of Marines’ swimming skills were put to the test recently during incidents that required lifesaving measures.
Nine vessels delivered so far with a full fleet replacement number of 72 needed.
A key vessel Marines need to move around in a potential island shootout with China is two years behind schedule.
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