MCB CAMP LEJEUNE -- The 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit is currently executing Realistic Urban Training Exercise 21 through Oct. 7, 2021. This training fulfills pre-deployment training program requirements and increases unit readiness by exercising Marine Expeditionary Unit assigned mission essential tasks at Marine Corps Auxiliary Landing Field Bogue, Marine Corps Air Station New River and other local areas.
This training will likely go unnoticed by the majority of the population; however, community members may hear additional noise in and around the vicinity of these areas throughout the exercise. Excess noise could also result from rotary-wing aircraft operations. In order to provide a realistic training environment, some of the activities are expected to occur in the early morning and late night hours.
While training will not likely be visible to audiences outside the installation, it is possible that some community members could see overflying military aircraft, military vehicles and role players related to the training. Please pardon the inconvenience this training may cause.
Thank you to the community for your continued support of our service members and your patience with operations conducted to increase readiness. This training supports new and innovative capabilities consistent with the Commandant's Force Design 2030 initiatives and furthers the capabilities of the Navy and Marine Corps team.