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Raptors and Vipers join the flock

U.S. Air Force and Navy aircraft line up on the runway during an elephant walk at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Apr. 10, 2024. Directly after, the aircrew launched into a large force exercise to strengthen their readiness to defend Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Raptors and Vipers join the flock

A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry from Kadena Air Base’s 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron receives fuel from a U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker from 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in a large force exercise, Apr. 10, 2024. The exercise, which also featured U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles, F-16C Fighting Falcons, F-35A Lightning IIs, F-22A Raptors, offered Airmen the opportunity to hone their skills to ensure the defense of Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Raymond Geoffroy)
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Raptors and Vipers join the flock

A U.S. Air Force E-3 Sentry from Kadena Air Base’s 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron approaches the boom of a U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker from 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in a large force exercise, Apr. 10, 2024. Aerial refueling provided by Kadena Airmen plays a critical role in enabling air operations across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Raymond Geoffroy)
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Raptors and Vipers join the flock

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle from Kadena Air Base’s 67th Fighter Squadron flies off the wing of a U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker from 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in a large force exercise, Apr. 10, 2024. Kadena hosts a diverse range of aircraft ready to perform any air combat mission to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Lt. Col. Raymond Geoffroy)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi speaks to a Kadena Airman about spouse employment issues during a base visit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. The Chief of Staff of the Air Force and the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force hosted an all-call on Kadena Air Base, answering questions about reoptimization for great power competition and quality of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi speaks to Kadena Airmen during a base visit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. The Chief of Staff of the Air Force and the Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force hosted an all-call on Kadena Air Base, answering questions about reoptimization for great power competition and quality of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin speaks to Kadena Airmen during a base visit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. The all-call was held to provide Airmen with a unique opportunity to speak to top Air Force leaders on retention, quality of life and future operations in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi speak to Kadena Airmen during a base visit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. The all-call provided Airmen with a rare opportunity to speak directly with top Air Force leaders on retention, quality of life, and future operations in the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

From left, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, U.S. Air Force Major Kristin Ober, and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi stand at attention while recognizing Ober as an Air Force-level Sijan Award winner at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. While here, senior leaders discussed key base issues, observed a Wing ACE exercise, “Shogun Shield,” and recognized the outstanding performance of Kadena’s team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin, and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi listen to an agile combat employment capabilities brief during their visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. As the Keystone of the Pacific, Kadena's strategic location makes it a pivotal installation for ensuring the defense of Japan and a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi listens to a brief during his visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. Flosi traveled to the Indo-Pacific region to emphasize the importance of innovation and creativity to adapt to any threats to regional stability and the security of our nation, its allies, and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi coins U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lillie Jimenez Guzman, 353rd Special Operations Wing imagery analyst, during his visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. While at Kadena, senior leaders discussed key base issues, observed an 18th Wing agile combat employment exercise, “Shogun Shield,” and recognized the outstanding performance of Kadena’s team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall observes corrosion control and repair efforts during his visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. The visit comes at a time when Kadena must modernize infrastructure and focus on developing mission-ready Airmen to effectively execute current and future Agile Combat Employment operations in the region. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall inspects a damaged facility during his visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. During the visit, Kendall learned about some key infrastructure challenges that Kadena Airmen face in their day-to-day operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall speaks with Airmen assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron during his visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. While deployed to Kadena, the MQ-9s support the U.S.-Japan alliance with unique intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities that enable senior leaders to make prompt, informed decisions regarding the safety and security of the region. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall speaks with 18th Wing leadership while observing an agile combat employment exercise, “Shogun Shield,” during his visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. ACE provides the U.S. and its allies the ability to quickly mobilize aircraft from large, centralized hubs to networks of decentralized spoke locations which increases survivability and projects air power from multiple forward operating locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall greets a Kadena Airman during his visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. While here, Kendall discussed key base issues, observed a Wing ACE exercise, “Shogun Shield,” and recognized the outstanding performance of Kadena’s Airmen and Guardians. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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Air Force leaders focus on ACE during Kadena visit

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall coins U.S. Air Force Maj. Joseph Carroll, during his visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 6, 2024. ACE provides the U.S. and its allies the ability to quickly mobilize aircraft from large, centralized hubs to networks of decentralized spoke locations which increases survivability and projects air power from multiple forward operating locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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Kadena conducts bilateral aircraft mishap exercise

An Okinawa emergency responder writes a timeline of events during a bilateral aircraft mishap response field exercise at Kadena Marina, Japan, March 21, 2024. Exercises like these improve interoperability and readiness for real-world emergencies, maintaining readiness to respond rapidly to any threat, crisis, or humanitarian disaster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Kadena conducts bilateral aircraft mishap exercise

Okinawa emergency responders provide aid to simulated victims during a bilateral aircraft mishap response field exercise at Kadena Marina, Japan, March 21, 2024. The exercise allowed civilians and DoD emergency responders to refine skills in first responder procedures as well as life-saving treatment, bolstering bilateral efficiency in the unfortunate event of an aircraft accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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