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Feb 06, 2026 · war.gov
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Marines establish forward refueling point on Tinian during Indo‑Pacific aviation training

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Key takeaways

  • Marines traveled to Tinian, one of the Northern Mariana Islands, to set up a forward arming and refueling point (FARP).
  • The FARP was established and is being operated during an aviation training relocation program.
  • The stated purpose of the activity is to develop expeditionary aviation capabilities.
  • The operation is framed as supporting security throughout the Indo‑Pacific region.
  • The announcement was published on Feb. 6, 2026, on the Department of Defense news site.

Follow Up Questions

What is a forward arming and refueling point (FARP) and what services does it provide?Expand

A FARP is a temporary, mobile site placed close to operations that provides rapid fuel and munitions resupply to aircraft (typically helicopters, tilt‑rotors and short‑takeoff/vertical‑landing jets). Services include refueling, re‑arming (loading ordnance), limited ground servicing/turnaround (fuel hoses/bladders, fuel trucks, weapons staging), and quick turnaround support so aircraft can return to mission areas without returning to main bases.

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