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  • Enlisted force reductions: voluntary vs. involuntary separations in 2014

    (Editor's Note: This enlisted-centered article is the first of a two-article series designed to inform active-duty Airmen on the force management initiatives slated to begin in 2014. Information from Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs articles was used in this publication, and all information

  • 18th CS shows info dominance, postal skills

    The 18th Communications Squadron was recently recognized by the Air Force with two Air Force level awards.The18th CS won the Air Force Annual Information Dominance Unit Award and the Outstanding Large Postal Facility Award for their outstanding performance, stellar facilities and their junior

  • NCO creates Shogun Soccer club

    "Sorry sir, there won't be a 2013 soccer intramural season this year due to funding ," the sad news Master Sgt. Jody Miller, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant superintendent received when he phoned over to the 18th Force Support Squadron. "Due to the lack of funding, the 18th FSS was

  • ALS welcomes Marine students

    U. S. Marine Corps Sgts. Alejandro Aguilar and Steven Kern, assigned to Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, attended an Airman Leadership Class as part of a joint professional military education program at the Erwin Professional Military Education Center. This is the second time in Kadena's history

  • CFAO masters at arms, 18th SFS showcase inter-service operability

    An initiative that began several years ago, the U.S. Navy on Okinawa has been partnering with the U.S. Air Force for an array of duties and training ranging from flightline use to professional military education. As the necessity for inter-service operability grows for mission accomplishment among

  • Safety helps keep the doctor away

    Fitness is a big part of every active duty service member's life. Regular fitness evaluations, routine unit PT sessions, and working toward personal fitness goals are day-to-day considerations for everyone on Kadena. Unfortunately, since they are performed so often, fitness activities have the

  • Pacific Air Forces releases findings on HH-60G accident near Kadena AB

    Headquarters Pacific Air Forces today released the results of its investigation into an HH-60G aircraft mishap which occurred August 5, 2013, northeast of Kadena Air Base, Japan. Gen. Hawk Carlisle, Pacific Air Forces commander, directed an investigation into the incident which resulted in the death

  • Pacific Air Forces releases report on F-15 accident near Kadena AB

    Headquarters Pacific Air Forces today released the results of its investigation into a May 28, 2013, F-15C aircraft accident which occurred east of Kadena Air Base, Japan. Gen. Hawk Carlisle, Pacific Air Forces commander, directed an investigation into the incident. The accident investigation board

  • Team Kadena inducts new NCOs

    Team Kadena welcomed newly promoted staff sergeants to the NCO tier during an induction ceremony at the Rocker NCO Club Jan. 15, 2014, here.Kadena Air Base leadership hosted the ceremony as part of an all-day seminar that covered various topics concerning the transition from Airman to NCO. The Team