Marines in Finland prepare for aerial operations

Credit: Lance Cpl. Caleb Stelter | Date Taken: 06/08/2021
U.S. Marines with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 115 prepare for a flight with Finnish Air Force Fighter Squadron 31 at Rissala Air Base, near Kuopio, Finland, June 08, 2021. Marines with VMFA-115 are deployed to Kuopio, Finland in support of Squadron Visit ILVES (Finnish for “Lynx”). The purpose of Squadron Visit ILVES is to conduct air-to-air and air-to-ground training, improve proficiency in joint and multinational tactics, and enhance partnerships with international allies. VMFA-115 is a subordinate unit of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, the aviation combat element of II Marine Expeditionary Force. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Caleb Stelter)