He departed Europe in June 1985 for two years as Commanding Officer, Marine Aircraft Group 12 at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan where he flew the A-4, A-6 and A-7 aircraft.
In June 1985, he departed from Europe to serve as the commanding officer of Marine Aircraft Group 12 at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni in Japan for two years. During his tenure, he operated the A-4, A-6, and A-7 aircraft.