Vermont Air National Guard deploys to Kadena
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandon Root (left) and Senior Airman Christine Jaques, 158th Fighter Wing aircraft fuels systems apprentices, wash the landing gear of an F-16 Fighting Falcon on Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 16, 2015. Maintainers work around the clock to ensure their aircraft are safe for their pilots and can continue the mission. The 158th FW from the Vermont Air National Guard, also known as the Green Mountain Boys, are currently deployed to Kadena to enhance regional security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region and demonstrate the U.S. commitment to stability in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)