 The MEU consists of a command element, a reinforced infantry battalion, a composite aviation squadron and a combat logistics battalion.The 13th MEU is currently based out of Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.The mission of the MEU is to provide geographic combatant commanders with a forward-deployed, rapid-response force capable of conducting conventional amphibious and selected maritime special operations at night or under adverse weather conditions from the sea, by surface and/or by air while under communications and electronics restrictions.