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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Airmen 1st Class Jacob Betancourt, right, and Kaden Audinet, both 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technicians, answer questions during an interview with local Okinawan journalists at Nirai Fire Department Headquarters, Kadena Town, Japan, June 9, 2025. The Nirai Fire Department fire chief awarded certificates of appreciation to Audinet and Betancourt for their heroic actions during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Munitions Squadron, members of the Nirai Fire Department, and local Okinawan nationals pose for a photo at Nirai Fire Department Headquarters, Kadena Town, Japan, June 9, 2025. Along with two local nationals, U.S. Air Force Airmen 1st Class Kaden Audinet and Jacob Betancourt, both 18th MUNS storage munitions technicians, received praise for their heroic efforts during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Airmen 1st Class Kaden Audinet, left, and Jacob Betancourt, both 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technicians, answer questions during an interview with local Okinawan journalists at Nirai Fire Department Headquarters, Kadena Town, Japan, June 9, 2025. The Nirai Fire Department fire chief awarded certificates of appreciation to Audinet and Betancourt for their heroic actions during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

A certificate of appreciation sits on the lap of U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kaden Audinet, 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technician, at Nirai Fire Department Headquarters, Kadena Town, Japan, June 9, 2025. Audinet and Betancourt received certificates from the Nirai Fire Department fire chief for their heroic efforts during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

Tetsuya Furumi, left, Nirai Fire Department fire chief, presents a certificate of appreciation to U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kaden Audinet, 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technician, at Nirai Fire Department Headquarters, Kadena Town, Japan, June 9, 2025. This certificate represented the department’s heartfelt respect and gratitude to Audinet, who carried out the prompt and accurate rescue and firefighting activities during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

Tetsuya Furumi, left, Nirai Fire Department fire chief, presents a certificate of appreciation to U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Betancourt, 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technician, at Nirai Fire Department Headquarters, Kadena Town, Japan, June 9, 2025. This certificate represented the department’s heartfelt respect and gratitude to Betancourt, who carried out the prompt and accurate rescue and firefighting activities during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kaden Audinet, 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technician, poses for a photo at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 11, 2025. Along with U.S. Air Force A1C Jacob Betancourt, also a storage munitions technician, Audinet heroically aided an Okinawan local national who was trapped during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Betancourt, 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technician, poses for a photo at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 11, 2025. Along with U.S. Air Force A1C Kaden Audit, also a storage munitions technician, Betancourt heroically aided an Okinawan local national who was trapped during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Airmen 1st Class Kaden Audinet and Jacob Betancourt, both 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technicians, pose for a photo at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 11, 2025. Audinet and Betancourt received praise from 18th Wing leadership for their heroic efforts during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kaden Audinet, 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technician, inspects munitians at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Munitions technicians are responsible for the safe storage, handling and maintenance of various types of munitions, including ammunition, explosives and other related materials. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Betancourt, 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technician, guides a forklift at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 11, 2025. Munitions technicians are responsible for the safe storage, handling and maintenance of various types of munitions, including ammunition, explosives and other related materials. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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Through the fire: 18th MUNS Airmen save local national

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Brandon Wolfgang, left, acknowledges U.S. Air Force Airmen 1st Class Kaden Audinet and Jacob Betancourt, both 18th Munitions Squadron storage munitions technicians, for their heroic actions at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 7, 2025. Audinet and Betancourt received praise from 18th Wing leadership for their heroic efforts during a major vehicle accident that occured on Jan. 9, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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AmFest 25: Kadena opens its doors to the community

Festival attendees find shade under the wings of a KC-135 Stratotanker static display during America Fest 2025 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 23, 2025. America Fest is Kadena Air Base’s open house event where attendees viewed static aircraft displays, interacted with U.S. service members and enjoyed a wide variety of entertainment and activities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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AmFest 25: Kadena opens its doors to the community

Attendees of America Fest 2025 examine microscopes in the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Hangar at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 22, 2025. America Fest gave local community members the opportunity to meet U.S. service members, learn about their role in the defense of Japan and experience American culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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AmFest 25: Kadena opens its doors to the community

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Catherine Daniel from 18th Wing Public Affairs briefs festival attendees about the technology they use to support the 18th Wing during America Fest 2025 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 22, 2025. America Fest gave local community members the opportunity to meet U.S. service members, learn about their role in the defense of Japan and experience American culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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AmFest 25: Kadena opens its doors to the community

Festival attendees pose for a photo with Kappy, the 18th Wing’s mascot, during America Fest 2025 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 22, 2025. America Fest is an opportunity for the local community to meet U.S service members, see advanced static aircraft up close, learn about Kadena’s mission and experience American culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)
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18th MXG secures Phoenix Award win

Airmen from The 18th Maintenance Group accept the Secretary of Defense’s Field-level Maintenance Award and Phoenix Award during the Secretary of Defense Maintenance Awards ceremony in San Diego, California, December 19, 2023. The 18 MXG received both awards for their efforts during Fiscal Year 2022, and for being the “Best” maintenance unit in the DoD. (Courtesy photo)
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18th MXG secures Phoenix Award win

Airmen from The 18th Maintenance Group accept the Secretary of Defense’s Field-level Maintenance Award and Phoenix Award during the Secretary of Defense Maintenance Awards ceremony in San Diego, California, December 19, 2023. The 18 MXG received both awards for their efforts during Fiscal Year 2022, and for being the “Best” maintenance unit in the DoD. (Courtesy photo)
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Kadena hosts 14th Annual POW/MIA Remembrance Day

U.S. Col Zak Blom, Air Force Special Operations Command deputy commander, gives his remarks at the POW/MIA Remembrance Day closing ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 15, 2023. Blom addressed the current status of service members missing in action within the pacific region and commended event participants. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Kadena hosts 14th Annual POW/MIA Remembrance Day

Kadena Air Base Color Guard present the colors during the POW/MIA Remembrance Day Ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 15, 2023. The United States annually observes National POW/MIA Remembrance Day every third Friday in September. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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