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Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony welcomes athletes

Miyuu, a special-needs athlete, lights the Olympic torch during the Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Since the first time Kadena hosted the games in 2000, volunteers have highlighted inspiring acts of kindness, courage and team spirit from the athletes, family members and volunteers across the island. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony welcomes athletes

Tomoki, a special-needs athlete, holds up his school sign for a parade formation during the Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO breaks down social barriers and creates an environment of understanding and acceptance for the members of the combined community with physical and intellectual disabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony welcomes athletes

Event participants release balloons into the air to signal the start of the Kadena Special Olympics main event Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The goal of KSO is to break down social barriers and create an environment of understanding and acceptance among U.S. and Japanese citizens living together on Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony welcomes athletes

Brave Buddy volunteers wait for the arrival of athletes during the 2016 Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Thousands of volunteers from various military bases and Okinawan community organizations gathered with the united goal of fostering friendships and building everlasting memories with special needs athletes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony welcomes athletes

Eiko, a Kadena Special Olympics athlete, receives greetings and cheers from event volunteers during the athlete arrival event Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Approximately 1,000 American volunteers paired up with more than 500 local interpreters to support KSO athletes who ranged from six to 95 years of age. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony welcomes athletes

Special-needs athletes and family members walk through a cheering crowd during the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Before events began, athletes paired with Brave Buddies who are U.S. service members who volunteered to help and encourage special-needs athletes as they participated in different events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony welcomes athletes

Kadena Special Olympics athletes gather at the greeting area to pair up with Brave Buddies Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Brave Buddies, who are U.S. volunteers, supported and assisted each athlete’s needs throughout various sporting events and entertainment activities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Kadena Special Olympics opening ceremony welcomes athletes

Hinata, a special-needs athlete, receives a balloon from KSO volunteers during the Kadena Special Olympics athlete arrival Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. KSO was established in 1999 by the 18th Wing commander Gen. John R. Baker as an avenue to build relations with the local communities and government representatives while providing a meaningful activity for the special needs children and adults. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Unhinged

Construction crews replace doors to a hangar Nov. 1, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Maintaining these hardened shelters ensures Kadena assets are protected and maintains mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis/Released)
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Unhinged

A construction worker welds a hangar door that is being replaced Nov. 1, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. In an environment where the air is humid and salty, rust plays a factor in every day maintenance so extra work helps ensure buildings are functional and mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis/Released)
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Unhinged

Construction crews work on replacing doors to a hangar Nov. 1, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airfield management oversees and inspects the work being done to ensure it meets quality and safety standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis/Released)
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Unhinged

Construction crews work on replacing doors to a hangar Nov. 1, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Kadena airfield management oversees all construction and maintenance work done on the airfield to ensure safety and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis/Released)
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Patrolling the Pacific

An F-15 Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron parks Oct. 26, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 44th FS participated in five training exercises during a four month period in Malaysia, Guam, Hawaii and Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis/Released)
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Patrolling the Pacific

An F-15 Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron parks in its spot Oct. 26, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 44th FS returned from more than months of training in exercises around the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Corey M. Pettis/Released)
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The spirit of competition

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Montiel and Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCants, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew members, fasten a panel on an F-15 Eagle Nov. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 44th AMU conducted weapons load training, a monthly evaluation performed to maintain readiness for real-world missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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The spirit of competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCants, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew chief, secures a ratchet strap during weapons load training Nov. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Once every month, load crews conduct weapons load training to maintain proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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The spirit of competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCants and Airman 1st Class Kalon Lobbins, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew members, prepare for weapons load training Nov. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. To maintain certification as load crew members, Airmen must go through monthly evaluations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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The spirit of competition

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kalon Lobbins, Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCants and Senior Airman Jacob Montiel, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew members, carry a training model AIM 9X Sidewinder missile Nov. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The AIM 9X Sidewinder is an air-to-air, heat-seaking missile used by U.S. Air Force fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Ready to fight fires

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Oshkosh Striker 6x6 sits ready for service on the flightline Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Strikers are an invaluable asset to fire departments across the Air Force, with their immense firefighting power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Ready to fight fires

Masao Itokazu, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron driver operator, conducts radio checks inside an Oshkosh Striker 6x6 Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Properly functioning radio systems assist with optimum response time in the event of an aircraft incident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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