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BB26-1: Hot-gas refueling strengthens HH-60 readiness

U.S. Air Force special mission aviators assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron refuel a U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II during a hot-gas refueling operation as part of readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. BB26-1 provides Airmen opportunities to refine expeditionary operations and strengthen the 18th Wing's ability to generate combat airpower in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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BB26-1: Hot-gas refueling strengthens HH-60 readiness

U.S. Air Force special mission aviators assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron refuel a U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II during a hot-gas refueling operation as part of readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. BB26-1 provides Airmen opportunities to refine expeditionary operations and strengthen the 18th Wing's ability to generate combat airpower in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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BB26-1 Strengthens military assisted departure readiness

A U.S. Air Force Airman walks towards a bus during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. BB26-1 allows Kadena to evaluate its emergency response procedures in a controlled environment while strengthening coordination among the organizations responsible for protecting Airmen and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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BB26-1 Strengthens military assisted departure readiness

A military assisted departure sign is posted during readiness training Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 3, 2026. Military assisted departure exercises give the Airmen an opportunity to operate in a simulated contingency environment and make further improvements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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BB26-1 Strengthens military assisted departure readiness

U.S. Air Force service member assigned 18th Wing tags a bag in a simulated military assisted departure training during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 3, 2026. Military assisted departure exercises give the Airmen an opportunity to operate in a simulated contingency environment and make further improvements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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BB26-1 Strengthens military assisted departure readiness

U.S. service members and dependents assigned to the 18th Wing participate in a simulated military assisted departure training during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 3, 2026. Conducting simulated departure exercises allows military members and their dependents to mirror real-world contingency operations while identifying areas for improvement in communication and coordination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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BB26-1: Hot-gas refueling strengthens HH-60 readiness

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua Vasquez, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oil and lubricants distribution operator, secures equipment after completing a hot-gas refueling operation during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. Readiness exercises such as BB26-1 strengthen the 18th Wing's ability to generate combat airpower by validating expeditionary logistics capabilities in realistic training scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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BB26-1 Strengthens military assisted departure readiness

U.S. Air Force member assigned to the 18th Wing in-processes during a simulated military assisted departure training during readiness exercise BB26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 3, 2026. Conducting simulated departure exercises allows military members and their dependents to mirror real-world contingency operations while identifying areas for improvement in communication and coordination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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BB26-1 Strengthens military assisted departure readiness

U.S. service members and dependents assigned to the 18th Wing participate in a simulated military assisted departure training during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 3, 2026. BB 26-1 provides an optimal environment to enhance and understand possible opportunities to ensure operational readiness for real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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BB26-1: Hot-gas refueling strengthens HH-60 readiness

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua Vasquez, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oil and lubricants distribution operator, monitors an HH-60W Jolly Green II while operating a fuel truck during a hot-gas refueling operation as part of readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. Readiness exercises such as BB26-1 strengthen the 18th Wing's ability to generate combat airpower by validating expeditionary logistics capabilities in realistic training scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson) (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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BB26-1 Strengthens military assisted departure readiness

U.S. service members and dependents assigned to the 18th Wing participate in a simulated military assisted departure training during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 3, 2026. BB26-1 provides an optimal environment to enhance and understand possible opportunities to ensure operational readiness for real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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BB26-1: Hot-gas refueling strengthens HH-60 readiness

U.S. Air Force Capt. Tyler Wright, 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60W Jolly Green II pilot, remains at the controls while U.S. Air Force special mission aviators assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron refuel a U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II during a hot-gas refueling operation as part of readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. BB26-1 provides Airmen opportunities to refine expeditionary operations and strengthen the 18th Wing's ability to generate combat airpower in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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BB26-1: Hot-gas refueling strengthens HH-60 readiness

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua Vasquez, right, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oil and lubricants distribution operator, completes fuel documentation with a U.S. Air Force 33rd Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, left, following the refueling of an HH-60W Jolly Green II during a hot-gas refueling operation as part of readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. Rapid aircraft turnaround strengthens the 18th Wing's ability to sustain airpower and respond to evolving operational requirements across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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BB26-1: Hot-gas refueling strengthens HH-60 readiness

U.S. Air Force special mission aviators assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron complete a hot-gas refueling operation on a U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. Rapid aircraft turnaround strengthens the 18th Wing's ability to sustain airpower and respond to evolving operational requirements across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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​​​​BB26-1: Forward refueling keeps combat airpower in the fight​

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, finish loading up a U.S. Air Force MC-130J assigned to Kadena Air Base, during a forward arming and refueling point operation during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena AB, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. During the operation, Airmen rapidly service aircraft to minimize ground time and quickly return aircrews to the mission, strengthening combat readiness and operational flexibility across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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​​​​BB26-1: Forward refueling keeps combat airpower in the fight​

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, squeegee excess fuel from a hose during a forward arming and refueling point operation on a U.S. Air Force MC-130J assigned to Kadena Air Base during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena AB, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. Exercises and operations incorporating agile combat employment concepts ensure forward-deployed forces in the Indo-Pacific are ready to protect and defend the United States, allied and partner interests at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jonathan Villegas Ochoa, 18th Force Support Squadron fitness sports apprentice, prepares bacon for breakfast during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2026. Force Support Airmen expanded dining operations to provide flexible meal options that supported participants operating on demanding schedules. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gracelyn Hess
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​​​​BB26-1: Forward refueling keeps combat airpower in the fight​

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, prepare a fuel hose during a forward arming and refueling point operation on a U.S. Air Force MC-130J assigned to Kadena Air Base during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena AB, Japan, Aug. 4, 2026. FARP operations enable Airmen to rapidly refuel aircraft, reducing ground time and increasing operational readiness in support of agile combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Jackson)
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260805-F-NW722-1580

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Katherine Arias, 18th Force Support Squadron operations manager, poses for a portrait during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2026. Operation managers coordinate meal production requirements, determine the number of meals needed to support exercise and real-world operations, and generate reports to ensure dining facilities are prepared to meet mission demands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gracelyn Hess)
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260805-F-NW722-1548

A U.S. Air Force service member closes takeaway food containers for participants during readiness exercise Beverly Beach 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2026. Kadena Air Base’s training is critical to deterring aggression and being ready to fight and win to protect the vital interests of the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force by Senior Airman Gracelyn Hess)
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