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18th Wing conducts aircraft generation exercise

Maintainers from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and pilots assigned to the 44th and 67th Fighter Squadrons conduct a mass aircraft generation exercise Aug. 22 and 23, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Maintainers loaded AIM-9 sidewinder missiles, AIM-120 advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles, flares, and M-61A1 cannon rounds onto F-15 Eagles, before the aircraft taxied and were dispersed around the flight line. Kadena participates in a variety of routine training exercises throughout the year to maintain a consistent high standard of readiness and expertise. F-15s assigned to Kadena Air Base taxied on the flight line during a training exercise Aug. 23 while loaded with live ammunition. This training was not in response to or in anticipation of any regional concerns. While no planes took off from the flightline, this routine exercise helped ensure Kadena’s ability to provide air superiority in the defense of Japan and promoting peace and stability throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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18th Wing conducts aircraft generation exercise

Maintainers from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and pilots assigned to the 44th and 67th Fighter Squadrons conduct a mass aircraft generation exercise Aug. 22 and 23, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Maintainers loaded AIM-9 sidewinder missiles, AIM-120 advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles, flares, and M-61A1 cannon rounds onto F-15 Eagles, before the aircraft taxied and were dispersed around the flight line. Kadena participates in a variety of routine training exercises throughout the year to maintain a consistent high standard of readiness and expertise. F-15s assigned to Kadena Air Base taxied on the flight line during a training exercise Aug. 23 while loaded with live ammunition. This training was not in response to or in anticipation of any regional concerns. While no planes took off from the flightline, this routine exercise helped ensure Kadena’s ability to provide air superiority in the defense of Japan and promoting peace and stability throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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18th Wing conducts aircraft generation exercise

Maintainers from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and pilots assigned to the 44th and 67th Fighter Squadrons conduct a mass aircraft generation exercise Aug. 22 and 23, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Maintainers loaded AIM-9 sidewinder missiles, AIM-120 advanced medium-range air-to-air missiles, flares, and M-61A1 cannon rounds onto F-15 Eagles, before the aircraft taxied and were dispersed around the flight line. Kadena participates in a variety of routine training exercises throughout the year to maintain a consistent high standard of readiness and expertise. F-15s assigned to Kadena Air Base taxied on the flight line during a training exercise Aug. 23 while loaded with live ammunition. This training was not in response to or in anticipation of any regional concerns. While no planes took off from the flightline, this routine exercise helped ensure Kadena’s ability to provide air superiority in the defense of Japan and promoting peace and stability throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Fly, rinse, repeat

Senior Airman Jeffrey Kirkham, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Water and Fuels System Maintenance (WFSM) journeyman, prepares to check one of the pumps of a birdbath Aug. 22, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th CES WFSM team checks the birdbath system for functionality. The team can turn off one of the pumps manually and check the others for efficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Fly, rinse, repeat

A KC-135 Stratotanker goes through a birdbath Aug. 22, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The official name for the birdbath is the aircraft rinse system. The birdbath has a rinse time of 90 seconds, ensuring the aircraft is properly washed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Fly, rinse, repeat

An F-15 Eagle goes through a birdbath Aug. 19, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The birdbath is a vital component of maintaining the longevity of Kadena’s fighter aircraft. The birdbath prevents corrosion from building up on the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Pilot up!

Capt. Benjamin Worrall, 67th Fighter Squadron operations flight commander, prepares to taxi out onto the runway Aug. 9, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Worrall is going through instructor pilot training. To become an instructor pilot, individuals need to have at least 500 flight hours before they can even be considered as a candidate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Pilot up!

Capt. Benjamin Worrall, 67th Fighter Squadron operations flight commander, climbs into the cockpit of an F-15 Eagle Aug. 9, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Worrall conducted a training flight to test his offensive basic fighter maneuvering as part of his training in becoming an instructor pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Pilot up!

Capt. Benjamin Worrall, 67th Fighter Squadron operations flight commander, gears up for a flight Aug. 9, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Worrall went through one of the phases of instructor pilot training where he prepared for a training session on offensive basic fighter maneuvering. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Kadena airfield operations

An F-15 Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron performs a flyby over the flight line July 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th Wing hosts a fleet of 81 combat-ready aircraft and remains at constant readiness to respond at a moment’s notice to crisis and conflict anywhere in the Indo-Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15 Eagle performs a flyby over the flight line July 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The F-15 Eagle is a versatile combat platform for air-intercept engagements utilizing an arsenal which includes an M-61A1 cannon, AIM-9 sidewinder missiles, and AIM-120 advanced medium range air-to-air missiles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15 Eagle taxis past a C-17 Globemaster III assigned to Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., July 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Kadena supports Air Force commitments in the Pacific region as well as all U.S. and allied partner interests from all over the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

Aircraft assigned to the 67th Fighter Squadron taxi toward a refueling point July 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pilots fly regularly to hone their skills in the event they are called to defend Okinawa and Japan from enemy attack within the Indo-Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15 Eagle taxis on the flight line July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pilots bear the responsibility of defending Okinawa and Japan from adversaries seeking to harm U.S. and allied partners within the Indo-Asian Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

A 67th Fighter Squadron F-15 Eagle takes off for a sortie July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. With a top speed of 1,875 mph and a range of 3,450 miles, the Eagle can respond at a moment’s notice to crisis and conflict anywhere in the Indo-Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Classic airframe, innovative capacities

Airmen from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron await the exit of U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. James McFarland, 67th Fighter Squadron commander, from an F-15 Eagle July 29, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This flight was McFarland’s fini flight as the 67th FS commander. The fini flight is a time-honored tradition where the commander of a squadron is recognized for their leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Classic airframe, innovative capacities

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Marc Hicks, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, guides an F-15 Eagle July 29, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Eagle was piloted by Lt. Col. James McFarland, 67th Fighter Squadron commander, when it reached its 10,000 flight hours mark. This flight was also McFarland’s final flight as the commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Classic airframe, innovative capacities

A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle assigned to the 67th Fighter Squadron returns from a flight July 29, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This particular Eagle reached the 10,000 flight hours mark, making it the first F-15 on Kadena to reach this point. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Returning home

Capt. Tyson Hyer, 44th Fighter Squadron pilot, is greeted by his children after returning from an exercise, Aug. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 44th FS returned from Exercise Cope Taufan, an exercise between the U.S. Air Force and the Royal Malaysian Air Force to train together on air combat tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)
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Returning home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Hilborn, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, marshals in a 44th Fighter Squadron F-15 Eagle after returning from an exercise, Aug. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 44th FS participated in Cope Taufan, a training exercise in Malaysia to build strategic partnerships with foreign militaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis)
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