Kadena F-15s stand down Published May 28, 2013 18th Wing Public Affairs KADENA AIR BASE, Japan -- The 18th Wing is suspending F-15 training for one day following an F-15 incident that resulted in the pilot ejecting from the aircraft over the Pacific Ocean approximately 70 miles east of Okinawa at around 9 a.m. May 28. It's common practice to stand down training operations after a major mishap to allow aircrews time and opportunity to reflect on what happened and re-focus on training requirements. Every F-15 at Kadena will undergo an inspection to ensure they are safe to fly. Col. Brian McDaniel, 18th Wing vice commander, said the wing will make every effort to ensure aircraft operations at Kadena are safe. An interim safety investigation board will begin gathering facts to determine the cause of the incident.