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18th OSS Aircrew Flight Equipment understands the 'gravity' of parachutes

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Isaiah Sigler, 18th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment specialist, checks the pressure of a twenty-man raft as Senior Airman Zachary Gribble, 18th OSS aircrew flight equipment specialist, inflates it to test for leaks and serviceability on Kadena Air Base, Japan May 21, 2014. The 18th OSS aircrew flight equipment maintains parachutes, life preservers, survival kits and life-sustaining equipment for more than 80 aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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18th OSS Aircrew Flight Equipment understands the 'gravity' of parachutes

A member of the 18th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment references technical orders as he packs a drogue parachute on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2014. The drogue parachute is designed to slow down and stabilize the ejection seat when in the air. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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18th OSS Aircrew Flight Equipment understands the 'gravity' of parachutes

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Travis Crawford, 18th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment specialist, packs a back-style emergency parachute on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2014. The parachute is stored on heavy aircraft such as MC-130P Combat Shadows for emergency evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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18th OSS Aircrew Flight Equipment understands the 'gravity' of parachutes

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Marques Bones, 18th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment specialist, inspects parachute cords for an Advanced Concept Ejection Seat II on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2014. The parachute is designed to provide safe escape at aircraft speeds from zero to 600 knots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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April 2014 Chief's Choice Award winner

(Center) Tech. Sgt. Tijuana S. Perry, 320th Special Tactics Squadron NCO in charge of Aviation Resource Management, is selected as Kadena's April 2014 Chief's Choice Award recipient. Among her accomplishments, Perry helped her squadron through an inspector general inspection, was the lead Sexual Assault Prevention and Response facilitator for her squadron during the 18th Wing's SAPR Down Day, and coached youth cheerleading. Each month, the Kadena Chiefs' Group recognizes individuals for outstanding professionalism, customs, courtesies, bearing, and or civic contributions to Team Kadena. By publicly recognizing these core leadership and followership attributes the Chiefs' Group reinforces the intrinsic value these attributes possess. (Courtesy photo)
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Defenders Challenge tests Airman skills

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Gerardo Romo, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron storage and issue journeymen, fireman squats Airman 1st Class Jared Utsey, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron south side aircraft part store apprentice, during the Defenders Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 13, 2014. The Defenders Challenge was only a portion of the 2014 National Police Week that included events such as a 24-hour vigil run, jail and bail fundraiser and a memorial to honor fallen military police members worldwide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith James)
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Defenders Challenge tests Airman skills

Participants push ammo cans downhill during the 2014 Defenders Challenge in support of Police Week on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 13, 2014. This year's Defenders Challenge included members of various squadrons taking part in live ammunition firing and components of the United States Marine Corps physical fitness test, all of which test the physical and mental capability of the members in the law enforcement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith James)
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Defenders Challenge tests Airman skills

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Richard Anderson, 18th Security Forces Squadron venture flight member, fires an M-9 pistol at targets on the firing range of Kadena Air Base, Japan, during the Defenders Challenge, May 13, 2014. This year's Defenders Challenge included members of various squadrons taking part in live ammunition firing and components of the United States Marine Corps physical fitness test, all of which test the physical and mental capability of the members in the law enforcement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith James)
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Defenders Challenge tests Airman skills

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lorri Lyons, 18th Security Forces Squadron response force leader, fireman carries a teammate during the Defenders Challenge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 13, 2014. The Defenders Challenge was only a portion of the 2014 National Police Week that included events such as a 24-hour vigil run, jail and bail fundraiser and a memorial to honor fallen military police members worldwide.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith James)
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733rd AMS honors fallen Port Dawgs

Lt. Col. Derek Stuart, 733rd Air Mobility Squadron commander, leads a memorial run on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 15, 2014, honoring the 14 aerial transporters, also known as Port Dawgs, who have given their lives this past year. The memorial guidon was made out of old cargo straps and 550 paracords to represent the rigging that is needed for the job. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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733rd AMS honors fallen Port Dawgs

Members of the 733rd Air Mobility Squadron observe a moment of silence before a memorial run on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 15, 2014, for 14 aerial transporters, also known as Port Dawgs, who have given their lives in the past year. The memorial run, which is scheduled to be held annually, was part of National Transportation Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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AFMC commander visits Kadena

U.S. Air Force Gen. Janet C. Wolfenbarger, commander of Air Force Materiel Command, discusses current and potential future sustainment concerns regarding Kadena’s F-15 fleet with members of the 18th Maintenance Group on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 12, 2014. Wolfenbarger, the highest-ranking female Airman, visited several agencies on Kadena to learn about their missions and take their comments, suggestions and concerns back to the command where they will be taken into consideration when future plans are made. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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Kadena dragon boat racers make friends, build confidence

The Kadena men’s dragon boat team practices rowing in sync as the Kadena women’s dragon boat team passes in the distance in Naha City, Okinawa, Japan, April 12, 2014. The teams attended two dragon boat familiarization practices at the race location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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Kadena dragon boat racers make friends, build confidence

Members of the Kadena women’s dragon boat team learn to row their boat in unison during a practice session in Naha City, Okinawa, Japan, April 12, 2014. The team’s coach, Comica Middleton, bangs a metal drum at an even tempo to keep the team members in sync. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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Kadena dragon boat racers make friends, build confidence

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Timothy Middleton, 18th Operation Support Squadron air crew flight equipment heavy operations section chief, strikes a metal drum at an even tempo to help his teammates row in sync during a practice session in Naha City, Okinawa, Japan, April 12, 2014. Striking the drum at a tempo even the weakest rower can keep up with helps the team row in unison, causing the boat to travel faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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Kadena dragon boat racers make friends, build confidence

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Timothy Middleton, 18th Operation Support Squadron air crew flight equipment heavy operations section chief, rows along with his team at practice on Naha Air Base, Japan, March 26, 2014. Middleton, who coached for the first time in 2014, rowed on the Kadena dragon boat team during his previous assignment to Kadena Air Base in 2006. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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Kadena dragon boat racers make friends, build confidence

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Warrant Officer Kazuo Ogawa, 83rd Air Wing, Maintenance and Supply Group, Field Maintenance Squadron engine mechanic, demonstrates the proper way to use a paddle on Naha Air Base, Japan, March 26, 2014. Members from the Kadena dragon boat team travelled to Naha Air Base in order to perfect their technique and strengthen their friendship with the JASDF dragon boat team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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ALS brought up a respectable Airmen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Carlton Holt, Professional Military Education instructor, writes a discrepancy during a service dress uniform inspection on Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 29, 2014. During the five weeks of Airman Leadership School, students have three inspections in their airman battle uniform, service dress uniform, and blues to reinforce the principles of discipline and attention to detail. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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ALS brought up a respectable Airmen

Students of the Airman Leadership School Class 14-D perform "dress right, dress" during a service dress uniform inspection on Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 29, 2014. The Erwin Professional Military Education Center provides professional military education to approximately 385 senior airmen every year to prepare them for leading and managing Airmen within their units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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ALS brought up a respectable Airmen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Carlton Holt, Professional Military Education instructor, inspects Senior Airman Stephen Culbertson, 18th Munitions Squadron munitions system technician, during a service dress uniform inspection on Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 29, 2014. Airman Leadership School is the first PME that enlisted Air Force members encounter. ALS focuses on developing leadership abilities, the profession of arms, and building effective communication. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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