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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Michael Cotter, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron clinical management flight chief, stows away medical supplies May 3, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th AES maintains a forward presence and supports the largest area of operation of medical contingencies in the Pacific, reaching from the Horn of Africa to Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Gregory Smith, 17th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, loads equipment onto a KC-135 Stratotanker May 3, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Dedicated crew chiefs are senior crew chiefs who are assigned to one particular aircraft. They also assist and mentor other crew chiefs on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

A medical team from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron goes over mission details with a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron May 3, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Members of the 18th AES loaded medical supplies onboard in order to retrieve and care for patients from Yokota Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

Maintenance Airmen from the 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron go over a pre-flight checklist aboard a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron May 3, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Maintainers work around the clock, ensuring the 909th ARS’ 15 Stratotankers are ready to deploy to worldwide destinations and to provide global reach for U.S. and allied aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Gregory Smith, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, climbs onto a KC-135 Stratotanker May 3, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. As a dedicated crew chief, Smith travels with his assigned jet to provide upkeep and ensuring that it is ready to fly whenever the mission calls. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler assigned to the USS Carl Vinson conducts in-air refueling with a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron May 3, 2017, over the Western Pacific Ocean. The 909th ARS’s motto is ‘Always There,’ symbolizing the squadron’s constant presence and devotion to support allies and partners throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler assigned to the USS Carl Vinson breaks away from a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron after conducting in-air refueling May 3, 2017, over the Western Pacific Ocean. The 909th ARS is an essential component to the mid-air refueling of a multitude of aircraft ranging from fighter jets to cargo planes from different services and nations in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Michael Cotter, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron clinical management flight chief, stows away medical supplies May 3, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th AES maintains a forward presence and supports the largest area of operation of medical contingencies in the Pacific, reaching from the Horn of Africa to Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Stratotanker refuels Navy Hornets, aeromedevacs patients

A 909th Air Refueling Squadron aircrew reviews pre-flight details before boarding a KC-135 Stratotanker May 3, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Stratotankers have provided the core aerial refueling capability for the United States Air Force for more than 60 years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

A team of aerospace propulsion technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron gather around a workbench May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Airmen worked together to prepare an F-15 Eagle engine for a trial run at the test cell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

A team of aerospace propulsion technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron service an F-15 Eagle engine May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Airmen worked together to prepare an F-15 Eagle engine for a trial run at the test cell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jon Barrett, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Fixing the augmenter is just one of the many aspects that go into building the engines of the F-15 Eagles assigned to Kadena AB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class David Loveless, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The typical process of maintenance is composed of six parts, which are receiving, teardown, inspection, buildup, test cell and the final part, which include inspections of the engine and forms. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Bolanos, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The aerospace propulsion flight is responsible for rebuilding, repairing and performing preventative maintenance on engines in order to prepare them for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

A team of aerospace propulsion technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The propulsion shop is a vital component in keeping the F-15s in the air. Their mission is to provide timely, safe and reliable jet engines to reduce flightline engine removals or engine maintenance in the pursuit of the wing's mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jon Barrett, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, refers to his technical orders as he services an F-15 Eagle engine May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Technical orders list detailed tasks that must be completed by technicians and inspectors to ensure the aircraft will function properly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class David Loveless, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The augmenter extends the engines thrust and allows it to break the sound barrier. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman Travis Howard, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Certain parts of an engine require replacement once they reach a certain number of flight hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force hydraulics technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics back shop assemble an F-15 Eagle landing gear actuator May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hydraulics Airmen's responsibilities include maintaining the hydraulic systems of all Kadena Aircraft which allow the aircraft to steer, land and ultimately support Airmen on the battlefield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Adam Fischer, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, refers to his technical orders while servicing aircraft components May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Technical orders are step-by-step instruction manuals used by maintenance Airmen that list proper tools needed, any hazards to be aware of and protective gear to accomplish the task. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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