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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

A 4th Fighter Generation Squadron patch displayer on a U.S Air Force Airman during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. The exercise simulated contingency operations such as forward power projection with the purpose of enhancing the 18th Wing’s emergency procedures, and more valuably, highlighted areas for improvement and expediting processes for short- or no-notice contingency responses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, perform maintenance on F-35A Lightning IIs during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. As the exercise progressed, tasks and workloads grew progressively more challenging, requiring the wing to project airpower while responding to a multitude of emergency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Jonathan Sifuentes)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, sit on the flight line during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26- 1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. Kadena serves as a critical element in deterring potential adversaries through its demonstrated strength and commitment to regional security. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Jonathan Sifuentes)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

Three F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, sit in preparation for post-flight inspections during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. Kadena serves as a critical element in deterring potential adversaries through its demonstrated strength and commitment to regional security. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Jonathan Sifuentes)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, sit on the flight line during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. The exercise simulated contingency operations such as forward power projection with the purpose of enhancing the 18th Wing’s emergency procedures, and more valuably, highlighted areas for improvement and expediting processes for short- or no- notice contingency responses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Stephen Roop, 18th Maintenance Group quality assurance inspector, left, briefs Japan Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. Air Force personnel on safety procedures before conducting joint hot pit refueling at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Practicing agile combat employment, or ACE, with allies enhances overall mission readiness and supports security throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, takes off from Kadena Air Base following joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Joint training allows U.S. and Japanese forces to refine cooperation and strengthen their shared mission to ensure peace and stability throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilot prepares to take off in a F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, following joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Hot pit refueling strengthens agile combat employment, or ACE, capabilities for both U.S. and Japanese forces, boosting regional security throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, prepares for takeoff following joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Bilateral training events between U.S. and Japanese forces provide an opportunity for members to learn from one another and help strengthen regional defense and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members observe as a F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, is refueled during joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Joint exercises like this enhance interoperability and strengthen the bond between U.S. and Japanese forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member refuels a F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, during joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Hot pit refueling allows aircraft to be refueled while engines are running, enabling faster turnaround times and improved mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Aeromedical Evacuation: Taking Critical Care To The Skies

U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Rony Castaneda-Zamora, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, prepares to offload patients and equipment following a training flight in support of BH 26-1, a base-wide operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. Aeromedical evacuation Airmen train to perform all aspects of their mission, from aircraft setup to in-flight medical care and post-flight recovery. T(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Aeromedical Evacuation: Taking Critical Care To The Skies

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Leshia Pledger, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron clinical management flight chief, left, secures an IV for U.S. Air Force Staff. Sgt. Elena Cordova, 18th AES aeromedical evacuation technician, during a training flight in support of BH 26-1, a base wide operational readiness exercise, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. Readiness training like this is essential to generating credible deterrence in an increasingly complex and highly demanding security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Aeromedical Evacuation: Taking Critical Care To The Skies

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Michael Shamp, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron senior enlisted leader, prepares an IV during a training flight in support of BH 26-1, a base-wide operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. Members of the 18th AES undergo extensive training to respond to various emergency medical scenarios, ensuring they are prepared to evacuate, treat and transport wounded military and civilian personnel at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Aeromedical Evacuation: Taking Critical Care To The Skies

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Rick Dettlinger, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, assesses a patient during a training flight in support of BH 26-1, a base-wide operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. Aeromedical evacuation Airmen are trained to execute every part of the mission, including aircraft configuration, onloading and offloading, and in-flight care. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Aeromedical Evacuation: Taking Critical Care To The Skies

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Rick Dettlinger, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical evacuation technician, left, configures a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, prior to a training flight in support of BH 26-1, a base-wide operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. 18th AES Airmen are responsible for transporting ill or injured patients to higher level medical facilities, often having to provide lifesaving care in flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Teamwork on the line: Maintainers and Defenders stop simulated intruder

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Security Forces Squadron detain a simulated intruder on the flightline in support of base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2025. The scenario emphasized coordination between maintainers and defenders to protect aircraft and personnel in restricted areas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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BH 26-1: Teamwork on the line: Maintainers and Defenders stop simulated intruder

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Qi Rupqing, 18th Contracting Squadron security forces augmentee, poses for a photo during base-wide operational readiness exercise, BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2025. The exercise highlighted teamwork between maintainers and defenders to safeguard aircraft and personnel on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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BH 26-1: Teamwork on the line: Maintainers and Defenders stop simulated intruder

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 119th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron detain a simulated intruder as U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Security Forces Squadron arrive during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2025. The scenario highlighted coordination between maintainers and defenders to protect aircraft and personnel on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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BH 26-1: Teamwork on the line: Maintainers and Defenders stop simulated intruder

Two U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 119th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron detain a simulated intruder as a U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 18th Security Forces Squadron arrives during base-wide operational readiness exercise, BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2025. The scenario tested response time and coordination between maintainers and security forces during a simulated flightline intrusion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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