KADENA AIR BASE, Japan -- U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Will Cupp, 18th Wing command chief, participates in military working dog training with Airmen assigned to the 18th Security Forces Squadron and MDWs, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 16, 2026. MWDs enhance installation security through detection capabilities and threat deterrence, serving vital roles in base security and demonstrate the importance of having a K-9 unit as part of the team.