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Landing with precision

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Geoffrey Ikert, 320th Special Tactics Squadron senior enlisted leader, greets Japan Air Self-Defense Force Capt. Miura Tsunehisa, Air Traffic Control Group liaison, during his visit to the control tower at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19 2023. The Transportable Transponder Landing System assembly gave participating Airmen and JASDF members first-hand knowledge on the rapid deployment capabilities of the landing system and how its effectiveness can help maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Landing with precision

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Geoffrey Ikert, 320th Special Tactics Squadron senior enlisted leader, listens to a Transportable Transponder Landing System briefing at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. The TTLS allows for precision landing on terrain or land where Instrument Landing Systems installation isn’t readily available by using ground-based sensors to determine an aircraft’s position. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Landing with precision

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron, right, and Jed Gleasman, Advance Navigation and Positioning Corp field engineer, write down the height and distance of the Transportable Transponder Landing System with an automatic level at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. An auto level is an optical instrument that can be used to establish or verify points on the same horizontal plane, and has an internal mechanism that eliminates variation and inaccuracy from measurements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Landing with precision

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron and 18th Operations Support Squadron work alongside Japan Air Self-Defense Force Airmen to deploy a Transportable Transponder Landing System with the assistance of Advance Navigation and Positioning Corp. at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. The engineers from ANPC instructed and assisted those present in the proper assembly of the TTLS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Landing with precision

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Carolynn Wood, 18th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, right, works alongside Japan Air Self-Defense Force Capt. Miura Tsunehisa, Air Traffic Control Group liaison, to assemble a Transportable Transponder Landing System with the assistance of Advance Navigation and Positioning Corp. at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. Bilateral operations not only allow the testing of new technology and tactics to shape future operations, but also help enhance the agility and coordination between the U.S. and its allies in order to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Landing with precision

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron and 18th Operations Support Squadron work alongside Japan Air Self-Defense Force Airmen to assemble a Transportable Transponder Landing System with assistance of the Advance Navigation and Positioning Corp. at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. The TTLS allows for precision landing on terrain where Instrument landing systems installation isn’t readily available by using ground-based sensors to determine an aircraft’s position. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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18th MUNS exercise TARRP abilities

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Munitions Squadron prepare pallets for moving munitions, while participating in a Tactical Air-munitions Rapid Response Package during a routine exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 3, 2022. Designed to evaluate Kadena’s ability to accomplish its mission of ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific, this two-week routine exercise is an essential part of wing readiness for U.S. Air Force bases around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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ATC stay ready during routine exercise

The sun sets on the air traffic control tower at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 28, 2022. Air traffic controllers with the 18th Operations Support Squadron monitor the airspace and airfield to ensure a safe and efficient flow of traffic in and out of Kadena, helping America’s airpower reach the farthest corners of the globe. At Kadena, the U.S. Air Force’s largest overseas combat wing, air traffic controllers are a vital part of guaranteeing the mission is a success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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ATC stay ready during routine exercise

Senior Airman Andrew Jeffers, 18th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller journeyman, writes tracking information on a flight progress strip as part of day-to-day operations while participating in a two-week operational readiness training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 28, 2022. Annual wing readiness exercises are a vital part of ensuring the 18th Wing is prepared to deliver decisive air power in support of peace in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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ATC stay ready during routine exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Jacome, left, 18th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller craftsman, hands a flight progress strip to Senior Airman Andrew Jeffers, right, 18th OSS air traffic controller journeyman, continuing day-to-day operations while participating in a two-week operational readiness training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 28, 2022. The mobilization procedures and training activities conducted during this routine exercise are a vital part of ensuring Kadena can accomplish the mission of supporting the U.S. alliance with Japan and other partner nations to safeguard the stability and security of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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ATC stay ready during routine exercise

Senior Airman Andrew Jeffers, 18th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller journeyman, scans the flightline as part of day-to-day operations while participating in a two-week operational readiness training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 28, 2022. Designed to evaluate Kadena’s ability to accomplish its mission of ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific, this training is a routine part of wing readiness for U.S. Air Force bases around the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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ATC stay ready during routine exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Jacome, 18th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller craftsman, scans the flightline during a two-week wing readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 28, 2022. This routine exercise ensures Airmen are proficient with mobilization procedures and stay up-to-date on their technical training, allowing Kadena to continue operating as a world-class strategic forward base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Airfield Management answers the call

18th Operation Support Squadron airfield management Airmen conduct airfield coordination calls at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2021. Airfield management is often the main source of information for flight line emergencies and has the ability to close, suspend and reopen runways. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Demond Mcghee)
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Airfield Management answers the call

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Thomas Harris, 18th Operation Support Squadron airfield management operations coordinator, conducts a Bird/wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard check on the flightline at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2021. BASH checks are an important task to make sure wildlife don’t damage jet engines. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Demond Mcghee)
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Airfield Management answers the call

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Adrienne Fields, 18th Operation Support Squadron NCO in charge of airfield management operations, demonstrates the use of a measuring wheel at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2021. One element of keeping the runway safe for pilots and planes is inspecting the markings on the airfield to ensure they were painted accurately and within regulation. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Demond Mcghee)
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Airfield Management answers the call

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Adrienne Fields, 18th Operation Support Squadron NCO in charge of airfield management operations, requests information over the radio at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2021. Airfield Management routinely identifies, marks and reports maintenance issues they find to the correct agency to repair, ensuring the airfield remains fully functional. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Demond Mcghee)
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Airfield Management answers the call

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Samuel Frake, 18th Operation Support Squadron airfield management shift lead, dons personal protective equipment before operating on the flightline at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2021. Airfield management works alongside a variety of different organizations and military branches to ensure a safe runway. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Demond Mcghee)
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Airfield Management answers the call

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Adrienne Fields, 18th Operation Support Squadron NCO in charge of airfield management operations, assesses new information at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2021. Airfield management tracks and files flight plans which detail the route aircraft fly. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Demond Mcghee)
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Airfield Management answers the call

U.S. Air Force Airman First Class Thomas Harris, 18th Operation Support Squadron airfield management operations coordinator, patrols the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2021. In order to ensure operations run smoothly, Airfield Management conducts runway checks, respond to emergencies and stay in close communication with the Air Traffic Control tower throughout the day. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Demond Mcghee)
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Airfield Management answers the call

18th Operation Support Squadron airfield management Airmen coordinate to deter wildlife on the flightline at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2021. The runway is regularly monitored for wildlife, foreign objects and anything that could pose a safety hazard to pilots and aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Demond Mcghee)
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