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Eyes of the Sky: A diverse team orchestrates CN24’s multinational aerial battlefield

During Cope North 24, U.S. Air Force 961st Aircraft Maintenance Unit Airmen prepare an E-3 Sentry for takeoff Feb. 12, 2024, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The E-3 Sentry is an Airborne Warning and Control System operated by crews of 15 to 20 people working in unison to deliver battlefield management command and control to U.S. and allied aircraft throughout the multinational agile combat employment exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Natasha Stannard)
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Cope North 24: ACE accelerates USAF to stay ahead in Great Power Competition

Royal Australian Air Force Aviation Medical Officers treat a simulated patient during a mass casualty scenario as part of Cope North 24 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 11, 2024. U.S., RAAF and JASDF critical care air transport teams recently conducted a mass casualty exercise, treating and transporting over 50 patients from isolated airfields across Tinian, Saipan and Guam. An interchangeable medical service is a force-multiplier in the Indo-Pacific Region (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gerald R. Willis)
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Cope North 24: ACE accelerates USAF to stay ahead in Great Power Competition

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force Airman conducts Tropical Survival training during Cope North 24 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 9, 2024. U.S. and JASDF Airmen shared tropical environment recovery procedures to better operate as a Joint, Combined force in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gerald R. Willis)
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Multinational partners conduct an elephant walk as part of Cope North 2024 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 5, 2024. Cope North enhances U.S. relationships and interoperability with our regional Allies and partners by providing the opportunity to exchange information and improve shared tactics to better integrate multilateral defense capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gerald R. Willis)
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Kadena command chief hosts Okinawa SEL familiarization tour

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Brandon Wolfgang, 18th Wing command chief, shakes hands with Japan Air Self-Defense Force personnel during a senior enlisted exchange program at Naha Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2023. As the senior enlisted advisors for their commanders, all SELs across the joint and bilateral community hold key insights into the state of readiness, training, morale and discipline of their units and ensure the enlisted corps provide a competent and confident capability to the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena command chief hosts Okinawa SEL familiarization tour

Senior enlisted leaders from across Okinawa pose for a group photo together in front of a World War II Japanese Naval gun battery during a senior enlisted exchange program at Naha Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2023. The bilateral exchange allowed them to learn more of each other's processes while also learning about the history of Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena command chief hosts Okinawa SEL familiarization tour

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Brandon Wolfgang, 18th Wing command chief, tours the World War II Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters during a bilateral senior enlisted exchange program at Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 14, 2023. The Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters, or 'Kaigungo', is a tunnel complex built in 1944 during the Battle of Okinawa. Roughly 20 meters deep and 450 meters long, the tunnels served as the headquarters of the Japanese Navy, and an underground air-raid shelter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena command chief hosts Okinawa SEL familiarization tour

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Brandon Wolfgang, left, 18th Wing command chief converses with Warrant Officer Yutaka Uehara, right, Southwestern Air Self-Defense Force senior enlisted advisor during a bus ride to the World War II Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters, while Hideaki Sakihama, center, 18th Wing Public Affairs community engagement specialist translates at Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 14, 2023. Uehara and Wolfgang talked about the history of Okinawa, the importance of learning from it and further fostering friendly, healthy relations between the allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena command chief hosts Okinawa SEL familiarization tour

Senior enlisted leaders from across Okinawa gather at the Rocker Enlisted Club for a bilateral senior enlisted professional exchange at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2023. The bilateral exchange allowed them to learn more of each other's processes while also learning about the history of Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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USAF, JASDF conduct training over East China Sea

A Japan Air Self Defense Force F-15DJ Eagle departs for bilateral training with U.S. Air Force aircraft after conducting aerial refueling over the East China Sea, Oct. 17, 2023. Joint training operations enhance interoperability and readiness in deterring aggression, furthering the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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USAF, JASDF conduct training over East China Sea

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15DJ Eagle awaits aerial refueling before conducting bilateral training with U.S. Air Force aircraft over the East China Sea, Oct. 17, 2023. Joint training operations enhance interoperability and readiness in deterring aggression, furthering the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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USAF, JASDF conduct training over East China Sea

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15DJ Eagle flies alongside a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the East China Sea, Oct. 17, 2023. Kadena routinely conducts training as it 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 photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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USAF, JASDF conduct training over East China Sea

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle conducts aerial refueling with a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the East China Sea, Oct. 17, 2023. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring U.S. and allied nation aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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USAF, JASDF conduct training over East China Sea

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron for aerial refueling over the East China Sea, Oct. 17, 2023. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring U.S. and allied nation aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. and Japan Air Self Defense Force service members pose for a group photo during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG not only bolsters the defense of Okinawa, but allows all members to have a clear understanding of allied operations, enhancing joint force operational efficiency in the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

Yuichi Kawamura, Japan Air Self-Defense Force public affairs staff, translates 18th LRS fuels management flight nancy pumphouse functions during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG allowed all participating services to observe, learn and discuss ways to increase bilateral training efforts, operational integration, overall defense, safety and regional partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Snell, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants fuels laboratory supervisor, discusses fuels operations with Japan Air Self Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG brought unique perspectives from both JSDF and the USAF that increased communication efficiency between all the parties involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Snell, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants fuels laboratory supervisor, showcases a Model 1152 Digital Conductivity Meter with Japan Air Self Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG allowed all participating services to observe, learn and discuss ways to increase bilateral training efforts, operational integration, overall defense, safety and regional partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Tyler Marsh, left, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants forward area refueling point supervisor, discusses fuels special operations with Japan Air Self Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG brought unique perspectives from both JSDF and the USAF that increased communication efficiency between all the parties involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Akins, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants fuels distributions supervisor, showcases an R-11 refueller’s components to Japan Air Self-Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. During the event, BDOWG participants built off progress made from previous year’s conference, diving deeper into Agile Combat Employment tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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