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About MCAS Quantico, Va.

Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Quantico, located in Virginia, was established in 1917 and is one of the oldest Marine Corps installations. Initially founded as a training camp during World War I, it evolved into a key aviation facility supporting Marine aviation development and operations. Over the years, MCAS Quantico has played a crucial role in pilot training, aircraft testing, and supporting Marine Corps missions globally. Today, it continues to serve as a vital center for Marine aviation, training, and support operations.

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115 Phantom in Chu Lai

VMFA-115 • U.S. Marine Corps • 1970

U.S. Marine Corps • 1976

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• Birthplace of Marine Corps Aviation (1917): MCAS Quantico was established in 1917 as a training center and quickly became the birthplace of Marine Corps aviation, hosting the first Marine aviation unit. • Home of the FBI Academy: The FBI Academy is located within Quantico, making it unique as both a military and a major federal law enforcement training center. • “The Crossroads of the Marine Corps”: Quantico’s nickname reflects its central role in Marine Corps officer training, research, and doctrine development. • Marine Corps University: The base houses the Marine Corps University, which educates officers from around the world in military science, leadership, and strategy. • Presidential Helicopter Squadron (HMX-1): Quantico is home to HMX-1, the unit responsible for transporting the President of the United States by helicopter (“Marine One”). • Historic Training Ground: The first African-American Marines, known as the Montford Point Marines, trained at Quantico during World War II before moving to Montford Point, NC. • Site of Iconic War Games: During the 1920s and 1930s, Quantico hosted large-scale war games that influenced Marine Corps amphibious assault doctrine, crucial in WWII. • Home to the DEA Training Academy: The Drug Enforcement Administration’s training academy is also located at Quantico, alongside the FBI and military training facilities. • Famed “Basic School” for New Officers: Every newly commissioned Marine Corps officer attends The Basic School (TBS) at Quantico, a rite of passage since 1917. • Hollywood’s “Quantico” Connection: The base has been featured in popular culture, including the TV series “Quantico,” although most filming was not done on-site.