Marine Aviation Safety Stand Down
This MARADMIN announces a mandatory one-day Aviation Safety Stand Down for all Marine Aircraft Wing units to be conducted between 21 June and 1 July 2022. The stand down is in response to six Class-A mishaps since January 2022 that resulted in nine fatalities and the destruction of four aircraft, and aims to reinforce proper procedures and improve safety practices across Marine aviation units.
Issued: June 13, 2022
1. This message announces an Aviation Safety Stand Down. 2. Information. The Marine Corps has had six Class-A mishaps since January 2022, resulting in nine fatalities and the destruction of four aircraft. Now is an appropriate time to take a day to conduct a Safety Stand Down, review best practices, and focus on areas where we can improve in order to ensure our units remain capable, safe, and ready. 3. Action. Between 21 June and 1 July 2022, all Marine Aircraft Wing units will conduct a one-day Safety Stand Down in order to reinforce proper procedures, provide information, and gather feedback. Stand Downs shall be conducted during the above window so that previous operational commitments are minimally impacted. 4. Coordinating Instructions, discussion topics, and further guidance will be disseminated via MARADMIN no later than 16 June 2022. 5. Points of contact: CMC Safety Division. Director: 703-604-4361. Aviation Branch 703-604-4149/4221/4122. 6. This MARADMIN is applicable to the total force. 7. Release authorized by Lieutenant General David J. Furness, Deputy Commandant for Plans, Policies, and Operations.