Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II’s assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron sit on the flight line following rainfall at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. The 33rd RQS sustains a ready force capable of executing personnel recovery missions across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II’s assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron sit on the flight line following rainfall at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. The squadron maintains readiness to deploy and recover isolated personnel in support of U.S. and allied operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ryan Goodman, 33rd Rescue Squadron copilot, prepares for a night training sortie aboard an HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd RQS at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. The Jolly Green II’s core mission is recovery of personnel under hostile conditions, including combat search and rescue. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Kariya, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, conducts preflight checks on an HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd RQS before a night training sortie at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. SMAs serve as flight engineers, hoist operators and weapon systems operators, enabling rescue operations in any environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron conduct preflight checks on an HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd RQS, before a night training sortie at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. The Jolly Green II’s core mission is recovery of personnel under hostile conditions, including combat search and rescue. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, during a night training sortie, May 6, 2026. Night and over-water training ensures aircrews remain ready to recover isolated personnel in complex operational environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy aircraft sit on the flight line during a 33rd Rescue Squadron night training sortie at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. Kadena’s ability to generate and sustain airpower supports regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green IIs assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron, fly over Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026, during a night training sortie. Night training enhances readiness to execute personnel recovery operations across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron hovers prior to takeoff for a night training sortie at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. Night operations ensure aircrews maintain proficiency to conduct rescue missions in low-visibility environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joseph Labrosciano, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, taxis in an HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd RQS before a night training sortie at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. SMAs are the primary weapon systems operators, flight engineers and the primary hoist operators for the aircraft. These roles help them to complete their duties of conducting combat search and rescue in any environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Kariya, left, and Senior Airman Joseph Labrosciano, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviators, taxi in an HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd RQS before a night training sortie at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. As weapon system operators, SMAs act as an extra set of tactical eyes and ears for the pilots to aid in the recovery of personnel under hostile conditions, including combat search and rescue. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron taxis before a night training sortie at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters with the ability to rescue U.S. and allied military members, and civilians whenever necessary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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