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Vicente Gonzalez: “Naval Air Station Kingsville trains nearly half of the Navy…”

Featuring: Vicente Gonzalez, Democratic | U.S. House, Texas, District 34

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Congressman Vicente Gonzalez Advocates for NAS Kingsville and Corpus Christi Army Depot; 4.15.26

Published | Video Starts at 00:17

Naval Air Station Kingsville has played a critical role in training the next generation of US Navy and Marine Corps aviators since it first opened its doors in 1942. Today, it's home to training Naval Air Station Kingsville trains nearly half of the Navy Marine Corps tactical jet pilots each year. NAS Kingsville also employs over 4,000 people and contributed around a billion dollars to the Texas economy in 2024. (00:17–00:28)

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Asserts that NAS Kingsville is responsible for training a significant portion of Navy Marine Corps pilots.

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