Operators from the 31st Rescue Squadron perform a chemical decontamination procedure in order to remove their equipment during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. Similar training is conducted regularly at U.S. Air Force bases across Japan and around the globe to ensure U.S. Airmen's readiness to respond to a range of potential contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
Operators from the 31st Rescue Squadron transport a simulated casualty during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. The training is designed to evaluate the base's ability to fulfill its mission in support of the U.S. alliance with Japan and other partner nations, ensuring the stability and security of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
An operator from the 31st Rescue Squadron checks the breathing of a simulated casualty during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and conduct training activities to hone technical skills and enhance the base's operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
Operators from the 31st Rescue Squadron simulate a rescue operation by rescuing simulated casualties during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and conduct training activities to hone technical skills and enhance the base's operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
Operators from the 31st Rescue Squadron simulate a rescue operation by rescuing simulated casualties during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. Similar routine training is conducted routinely at U.S. Air Force bases across Japan and around the globe to ensure U.S. Airmen's readiness to respond to a range of potential contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
Operators from the 31st Rescue Squadron leave their squadron to simulate a rescue operation during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. The training is designed to evaluate the base's ability to fulfill its mission in support of the U.S. alliance with Japan and other partner nations, ensuring the stability and security of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
An operator from the 31st Rescue Squadron marks a litter to be used in a chemically contaminated environment during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. Similar routine training is conducted routinely at U.S. Air Force bases across Japan and around the globe to ensure U.S. Airmen's readiness to respond to a range of potential contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
Operators from the 31st Rescue Squadron affix a litter to an off-road vehicle during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and conduct training activities to hone technical skills and enhance the base's operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
An operator from the 31st Rescue Squadron sets up a supply table with chem lights during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. The training is designed to evaluate the base's ability to fulfill its mission in support of the U.S. alliance with Japan and other partner nations, ensuring the stability and security of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)