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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Justin Petty, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron allied trades NCO in charge, dons protective equipment April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Petty helped spearhead the 18 LRS’s new vehicle corrosion control program that has become the Pacific Air Force’s blueprint to protect wartime readiness vehicles in outdoor storage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force hydraulics technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics back shop assemble an F-15 Eagle landing gear actuator May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hydraulics Airmen's responsibilities include maintaining the hydraulic systems of all Kadena Aircraft which allow the aircraft to steer, land and ultimately support Airmen on the battlefield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Adam Fischer, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, refers to his technical orders while servicing aircraft components May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Technical orders are step-by-step instruction manuals used by maintenance Airmen that list proper tools needed, any hazards to be aware of and protective gear to accomplish the task. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Cox, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, retrieves aircraft components May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Attention to detail skills are vital in order for Airmen to maintain proper accountability and handling of parts and tools. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Cox, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, tightens a medium pressure rubber hose assembly May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hydraulics Airmen often rely on several shifts in order to complete repairs in a timely fashion, such as having one shift disassembling and inspecting a part and the next shift reassembling and testing the part. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Cox, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, tightens a medium pressure rubber hose assembly May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hydraulics Airmen often rely on several shifts in order to complete repairs in a timely fashion, such as having one shift disassembling and inspecting a part and the next shift reassembling and testing the part. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force hydraulics technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics back shop use a hydraulic test stand May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Before items are sent back to the flightline, they are raun through a series of tests that simulate the same conditions likely to occur in-flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Pieces of freedom

A U.S. Air Force hydraulics technician from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron inspects a toolbox full of fitting kits May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Some of the repairs that are done in the hydraulic backshop are highly technical and often require the teamwork of several technicians to complete. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Cox, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, inspects brake assembly fixtures May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Brake parts are inspected for wear and corrosion, cleaned and then reassembled and tested before reattachment to the F-15 Eagle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Pieces of freedom

The 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics day-shift team gathers for a meeting May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. All functioning aircraft in the Air Force are supported by a team of hydraulics Airmen who spend years developing their troubleshooting and repair capabilities with the help of a mentor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)

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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron applies anti-corrosion chemicals April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The product provides a thin layer of protection over bare metal or painted surfaces so the vehicle can resist corrosion, effectively reducing the amount of corrosion sustained and maintaining mission effectiveness for longer periods of time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron applies anti-corrosion chemicals April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The product provides a thin layer of protection over bare metal or painted surfaces so the vehicle can resist corrosion, effectively reducing the amount of corrosion sustained and maintaining mission effectiveness for longer periods of time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron applies anti-corrosion chemicals April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The product provides a thin layer of protection over bare metal or painted surfaces so the vehicle can resist corrosion, effectively reducing the amount of corrosion sustained and maintaining mission effectiveness for longer periods of time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron puts on protective equipment during a corrosion control course April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airmen from across the Pacific Air Force were sent to train in the 18th LRS’s new corrosion control program that could save the U.S. Air Force millions of dollars each year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron prepare canisters of anti-corrosion chemicals April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The new anti-corrosion chemicals extend the serviceability of the 18th LRS’s air field damage repair vehicle fleet by an estimated five to 10 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron fill a container with a corrosion control substance April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18 LRS’s new vehicle corrosion control could possibly save the U.S. Air Force millions of dollars by preventing or minimizing the effects the corrosion on equipment in corrosive climates. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

Larr Mudd, corrosion control trainer, shows U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ladavian Varnes, 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintainer, a tool used to measure the thickness of applied solutions or paints to metal surfaces April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Varnes traveled from Osan Air Base to learn about and teach the 18 LRS’s new vehicle corrosion control program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Lady Shoguns Defend Title: Kadena Shogun Dragon Boat Teams Compete at 43rd Annual Naha Hari

Jessica Bone and Sherry Sawyer, Kadena Shoguns’s Women’s Dragon Boat Team members, hold up a trophy for placing first in their heat May 5, 2017, at Naha Port, Japan. The Kadena Shoguns Women’s Dragon Boat Team defeated the Army’s and Navy’s women’s dragon boat teams to defend their title of best military women’s dragon boat team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Lady Shoguns Defend Title: Kadena Shogun Dragon Boat Teams Compete at 43rd Annual Naha Hari

The Kadena Shoguns Men’s Dragon Boat Team warms up before their race at the 43rd Annual Naha Dragon Boat Race May 5, 2017 at Naha Port, Japan. The team practiced rowing in sync, which helps propel the boat at a faster speed during the race. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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Lady Shoguns Defend Title: Kadena Shogun Dragon Boat Teams Compete at 43rd Annual Naha Hari

The Kadena Shoguns Women’s Dragon Boat Team races to victory May 5, 2017, at Naha Port, Japan. The women’s team had the 14th fastest time of the day out of 51 competing teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)

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