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230712-F-IV293-1002

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Wyatt Wohlers, 391st Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, prepares to load munitions onto an F-15E Strike Eagle during a weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2023. Competitions in the workplace help elevate mission readiness while also raising unit morale.

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U.S. Air Force Airmen gather to watch the 18th Maintenance Group quarterly weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2023. The competition showcased the capabilities of the 366th Fighter Generation Squadron, 355th FGS, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the 391st FGS’s weapons load crews.

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hezekiah Saunders, 366th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons technician, prepares to load weaponry onto an F-15E Strike Eagle during a weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2023. The quarterly competition tests the knowledge and proficiency of the Airmen and identifies the load crew of the quarter.

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nicholas Hackworth, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew member, removes straps from a munitions rack during a weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2023. Competitions in the workplace help elevate mission readiness while also raising unit morale.

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U.S. Air Force Col. Randy Schwinler, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron commander, speaks to the competing teams after the 18th Maintnence Group quarterly weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2023. The competition showcased the capabilities of the 366th Fighter Generation Squadron, 355th FGS, 18th AMXSn and the 391st FGS’s weapons load crews.

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230712-F-IV293-1008

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hezekiah Saunders, 366th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons technician, secures straps on a munitions rack during a weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2023. Weapons load crew competitions test a squadron’s ability to safely and accurately load munitions onto their respective aircraft.

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230712-F-IV293-1007

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandon Dickerson, 366th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons technician, loads weaponry onto an F-15E Strike Eagle during a weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2023. The competition graded Airmen from the 366th FGS, 355th FGS, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the 391st FGS on a variety of competencies including safety, appearance, speed, knowledge and accuracy.

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U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 355th Fighter Generation Squadron celebrate their victory after a weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2023. The 355th FGS won the title of 18th Maintenance Group Load Crew of the Quarter.

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18th SFS Sharpens K9 Detection Skills

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Annie Lee, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and her MWD, Sony, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. MWD handlers and their K-9 partners make up a highly trained law enforcement team capable of critical drug and explosives detection skills that protect the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)

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18th SFS Sharpens K9 Detection Skills

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, pose for a portrait after finishing detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. ZsoZso has served as an MWD in the Air Force for just over a year, but he is already a well-trained member of the team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)

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18th SFS Sharpens K9 Detection Skills

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. These highly trained K-9s are used in patrol, drug and explosive detection, and other specialized functions to support the 18th Wings mission and secure the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)

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18th SFS Sharpens K9 Detection Skills

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The handler and MWD are required to go through various monthly training requirements to keep skills sharp. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)

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18th SFS Sharpens K9 Detection Skills

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The handler and MWD were tasked to find several hidden items throughout the building in order to pass evaluation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)

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18th SFS Sharpens K9 Detection Skills

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The handlers work side-by-side with their dogs to provide base security as well as search vehicles for illegal drugs and explosives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)

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18th SFS Sharpens K9 Detection Skills

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alyssa Bailey, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and her MWD, Beno, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The MWD section stays vigilant by patrolling the base and by providing drug and explosives detection capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)

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18th SFS Sharpens K9 Detection Skills

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alyssa Bailey, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Beno, MWD, conduct a search during detection training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. Handlers and their MWDs are constantly training together to enhance their proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)

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SNCO induction ceremony

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kristopher Berg, 11th Air Force command chief, delivers a speech during the Senior Noncommissioned Officer induction Ceremony held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2023. Berg spoke about his experiences as part of the highest enlisted tier to inductees and wishing them the best as they continue their career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)

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SNCO induction ceremony

A spotlight shines on the Prisoner of War and Missing in Action memorial table during a remembrance ceremony held during the Senior Noncommissioned Officer Induction Ceremony held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2023. The POW/MIA memorial table is set up in honor of those killed or missing in action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)

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SNCO induction ceremony

U.S. Air Force Honor Guard members prepare to present the colors during the Senior Noncommissioned Officer Induction Ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2023. The induction ceremony begins with the Honor Guard marching towards the stage to present the colors during the playing of the Japanese and U.S. national anthems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)

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SNCO induction ceremony

U.S. Air Force Col. Nicholas Evans, right, 18th Wing commander, and U.S. Air Force Col. Joshua Lundeby, 18th Wing deputy commander, attend the Senior Noncommissioned Officer Induction Ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2023. The ceremony is held to celebrate the inductees’ accomplishments and to welcome them to the highest enlisted tier. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)

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