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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner III

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 353rd Special Operations Group and 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron stand-by during forward area refueling point operations for the third iteration of Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. PACAF is validating new ways to deploy and maneuver assets in order to operate in contested environments through exercises, engagements and operations like WestPac Rumrunner. The 18th Wing-led exercise represents an evolution in the capabilities of 18th Wing assets to work with joint partners to defend American allies and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner III

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 353rd Special Operations Group and 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron stand-by during forward area refueling point operations for the third iteration of Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Exercises that utilize agile combat employment concepts ensure forward-deployed forces in the Indo-Pacific are ready to protect and defend partners, allies and U.S. interests at a moment’s notice. ACE-related activities exemplify the National Defense Strategy by being strategically predictable, but operationally unpredictable. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner III

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joseph Murvich, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member, prepares a fuel line for use during the third iteration of Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The name Rumrunner originates from the Prohibition era where brigands would smuggle alcohol across county lines. These events were known as “rum running” and soon became a catchall term adopted by the military to describe a covert, swift strike event; designed to disrupt and disorient the enemy by emerging suddenly and ending the conflict just as quickly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony)
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200914-F-YW474-0214

A U.S. Air Force 909th Aerial Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker conducts touch and go training while a U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon stands by for taxi clearance Sept. 14, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Team Kadena’s flexible multilateral operations capability enables combined, large force employment by U.S. and allied air units from anywhere in the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200914-F-YW474-0204

A U.S. Air Force 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pavehawk conducts a training flight Sept. 14, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 33rd RQS Airmen train to maintain a constant readiness to provide combat search and rescue capabilities to the U.S. and its allies in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200914-F-YW474-0185

An F-15C Eagle departs for a training mission Sept. 14, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Team Kadena pilots train every day to ensure readiness and mission effectiveness to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200914-F-YW474-0171

A U.S. Air Force 67th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle takes off for a training mission Sept. 14, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Team Kadena pilots train every day to ensure readiness and mission effectiveness to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200914-F-YW474-0119

A U.S. Air Force 67th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle departs for a training mission Sept. 14, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Team Kadena pilots train every day to ensure readiness and mission effectiveness to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200914-F-YW474-0077

A U.S. Air Force 67th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle departs for a training mission Sept. 14, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Team Kadena pilots train every day to ensure readiness and mission effectiveness to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200914-F-YW474-0067

A U.S. Air Force 67th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle departs for a training mission Sept. 14, 2020, at Kadena Air Base Japan. Team Kadena pilots train every day to ensure readiness and mission effectiveness to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200911-F-YW474-0102

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner, USFJ senior enlisted leader, tour the new Habu Fitness Center still under construction, Sept. 11, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Lt. Gen. Schneider and Chief Master Sgt. Winegardner visited Team Kadena and received mission operations feedback from members of Team Kadena and listened to their concerns which included COVID-19, mental health, leadership, and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200911-F-YW474-0086

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, and Airman 1st Class Jacob Janusz, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, bump elbows during a recognition event Sept. 11, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Lt. Gen. Schneider visited Team Kadena in order to communicate headquarters strategies directly to Team Kadena as well as receive feedback and listen to Airmen’s concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200911-F-YW474-0067

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Timothy Torres, 718th Civil Engineer Squadron unaccompanied housing non-commissioned officer in charge, catches a coin from Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, during a recognition event, Sept. 11, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Lt. Gen. Schneider visited Team Kadena in order to engage with leaders about headquarters mission strategies, receive feedback on wing operations, and to give personal recognition to distinguished Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200911-F-YW474-0054

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner, USFJ senior enlisted leader, receive an F-15C Eagle maintenance brief from Maj. Alexander Pagano, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron operations officer, Sept. 11, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Lt. Gen. Schneider and Chief Master Sgt. Winegardner visited Team Kadena in order to learn more about how Airmen across the base are overcoming operational challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. USFJ leadership also had the opportunity to communicate headquarters mission strategies directly to 18th Wing leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200911-F-YW474-0045

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, engages in counter-COVID-19 operations discussion with members of the future operations cell Sept. 11, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Lt. Gen. Schneider visited Team Kadena in order to address topics of concern and receive feedback on how Airmen are overcoming pandemic-related issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200911-F-YW474-0040

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner, U.S. Forces Japan senior enlisted leader, speaks with Airmen in the COVID-19 current operations center, Sept. 11, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The visit by USFJ leaders enabled them to communicate headquarters strategies directly to Team Kadena as well as receive feedback and listen to Airmen’s concerns. USFJ leaders visited Team Kadena in order to discuss topics such as mission readiness and counter-COVID operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200911-F-YW474-0020

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner, U.S. Forces Japan senior enlisted leader, and Chief Master Sgt. Jessica Bender, 18th Wing command chief master sergeant, hold a breakfast with Airmen, Sept. 11, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Winegardner spoke about training, readiness, racial disparity, mental health, and leadership goals. The visit by USFJ leaders enabled them to communicate headquarters strategies directly to Team Kadena as well as receive feedback and listen to Airmen’s concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200909-F-YW474-0027

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, greets 18th Wing leaders upon arrival, Sept. 9, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Lt. Gen. Schneider visited Team Kadena in order to address mission readiness, counter-COVID operations, and to give recognition to distinguished Airmen across the Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200909-F-YW474-0010

U.S. Air Force 18th Wing leaders salute the arrival of Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, Sept. 9, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Lt. Gen Schneider visited Team Kadena in order to discuss topics such as mission readiness and counter-COVID operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200619-F-IB792-1436

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Susan S. Lee, 18th Wing Judge Advocate chief of legal assistance, explains the legal handouts detailing overview information for specific cases, helping agencies, and other legal steps that customers must know before taking action on Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 19, 2020. The 18th Wing Office of the Staff Judge Advocate received an “Outstanding” rating during the Unit Effectiveness Inspection and Article 6 Rule of Law Inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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