Col. Trevor J. Felter assumed command Tuesday
By Mike McCombs
The Island News
According to a release from the MCAS Beaufort Communication Strategy and Operations Office, Col. Trevor J. Felter assumed command of Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort at 8 a.m., Tuesday, April 29, 2025.
Col. Felter, a native of Tiffin, Ohio, brings more than 30 years of service in the United States Marine Corps, with extensive operational and leadership experience across the aviation community. He most recently served as the Assistant Chief of Staff, G-7 at Marine Forces Command in Norfolk, Va.
MCAS Beaufort, home to Marine Aircraft Group 31 and the F-35B Lightning II, plays a critical role in supporting Marine Corps aviation and ensuring the readiness of 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing.
Col. Mark D. Bortnem was relieved of his command of MCAS Beaufort on Tuesday morning, April 15, 2025, due to a “loss of trust and confidence” in his ability to command.
Bortnem had been the Commanding Officer of MCAS Beaufort for nearly two years since he took command from Col. Karl Arbogast on July 14, 2023. Lt. Col. Michael R. Eubanks served as acting commander in the two weeks before Felter assumed command.
This story will be updated.
Mike McCombs is the Editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.
