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A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron, lands on taxiway lima during Project Lima Blazing Egress of Airfield Nonstandard, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 9, 2025. Project Lima showcased contingency capabilities of the MQ-9, strengthening Kadena’s competitive edge in defense of the United States and Japan’s interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron, flies over taxiway lima during Project Lima Blazing Egress of Airfield Nonstandard, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 9, 2025. MQ-9 contingency launch operations were conducted as a proof of concept to demonstrate capabilities should a runway on Kadena need to be shutdown, supporting the Pacific Air Force’s strategy to become more agile in execution, strategic in deterrence, and resilient in capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron, takes off from taxiway lima during Project Lima Blazing Egress of Airfield Nonstandard, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 9, 2025. Project Lima BEAN was an opportunity to practice contingency operations as well as strengthen the strategic flexibility and combat readiness of Kadena Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron, takes off from taxiway lima during Project Lima Blazing Egress of Airfield Nonstandard, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 9, 2025. This project validates the MQ-9’s capability to take off and land from a nonstandard surface, ensuring mission continuity in contested or degraded environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

Community members participate in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. Families and community members gathered to honor fallen service members and support veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

Community members participate in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. Families and community members gathered to honor fallen service members and support veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

U.S. Air Force Colonel Robert Arnett, left, 18th Wing deputy commander, and Chief Master Sgt. William Cupp, 18th Wing command chief, participate in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. The parade honored the service and sacrifice of veterans while bringing military personnel, veterans and families together across Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

U.S Air Force members of the Kadena Honor Guard participate in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. Families and community members gathered to honor fallen service members and support veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

Participants prepare for the 2025 Veterans Day Parade at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. The parade honored the service and sacrifice of veterans while bringing military personnel, veterans and families together across Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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F-15Es Complete Historic Forward Operations from Diego Garcia

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle, assigned to the 336th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, prepares to land at Kadena AB, Japan, Aug. 4, 2025. The aircraft returned after a three-month deployment to U.S. Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory, marking the first sustained U.S. fighter presence on the island and a major step forward in advancing Agile Combat Employment throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Robert Dabbs)
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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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BH 26-1: 909th ARS Refuels with precision

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 119th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, flies over the Pacific Ocean, Japan, during a routine operational readiness exercise, Nov. 4, 2025. As the Keystone of the Pacific, Kadena remains central to Agile Combat Employment initiatives, providing a forward platform for U.S. forces to project power and maintain operational momentum across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)
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BH 26-1: 909th ARS Refuels with precision

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 119th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, flies over the Pacific Ocean, Japan, during a base-wide operational readiness exercise, Nov. 4, 2025. As the Keystone of the Pacific, Kadena remains central to Agile Combat Employment initiatives, providing a forward platform for U.S. forces to project power and maintain operational momentum across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)
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BH 26-1: 909th ARS Refuels with precision

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Hurless, 909th Air Refueling Squadron instructor boom operator, refuels an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 356th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, during a routine operational readiness exercise over the Pacific Ocean, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring joint and allied aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)
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BH 26-1: 909th ARS Refuels with precision

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 119th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron and F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 356th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, both deployed to Kadena Air Base, fly over the Pacific Ocean, Japan, during a routine operational readiness exercise Nov. 4, 2025. This demonstrated the cohesive teamwork between deployed units at Kadena to ensure mission readiness across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)
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BH 26-1: Airpower out of MCAS Futenma

U.S. Air Force pilots from the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, board F-35A Lightning II’s for a mission during BH 26-1 at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. Located near U.S. Marine Corps Camp Foster and Kadena, Futenma provides premiere air support for Marine Corps Forces Pacific, working with U.S., joint, combined, and allied forces to deter aggression, respond to crisis or contingency operations, and sustain readiness within the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st class Karina Lopez)
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