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18th AES prepares for real deal

Staff Sgt. Brooke Dipasquale, Senior Master Sgt. Lisa Richards and Staff Sgt. Joe Lueders, all from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron provide CPR to a simulated patient aboard a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 during an aeromedical readiness mission May 17. The 18th AES conducts monthly training to maintain its medical expertise and ensure 24/7 support for servicemembers and families needing immediate transfer to medical facilities off-island. (Air Force/Tech. Sgt. Chrissy Best)
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18th AES prepares for real deal

Staff Sgt. Brooke Dipasquale and Staff Sgt. Joe Lueders from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron simulate treating patients aboard a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 as part of an aeromedical readiness mission May 17. The 18th AES conducts monthly training to maintain its medical expertise and ensure 24/7 support for servicemembers and families needing immediate transfer to medical facilities off-island. (Air Force/Tech. Sgt. Chrissy Best)
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18th AES saves in the sky

An Airman from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron performs CPR on a simulated patient in a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, while flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. CPR can double a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron prop up a simulated patient in a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. The 18th AES primarily focuses on the safety of the patient and stabilizing them until they arrive at the proper facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Rhianna Scott, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, helps look for equipment on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, while flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. The ability of the 18th AES to mobilize quickly and provide critical in-flight care greatly increases the chances of survival for victims of illness or injury. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

Senior Airmen Jaylin Harris, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, checks on simulated patients for in-flight emergency training on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, while flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. When an in-flight emergency happens, aircraft patients must still be monitored to ensure they are safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

Senior Airman Rueben Kong, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, speaks with Master Sgt. Rhianna Scott, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 30, 2021. The primary mission of the 18th AES is to support medical operations in wartime, during various contingencies and during natural disaster relief operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

Senior Airman Rueben Kong, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, sets up equipment on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, while flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. The 18th AES primarily focuses on the safety of the patient and stabilizing them until they arrive at the proper facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES sharpens evacuation skills

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Sarah Green, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight nurse, communicates to evaluators during a casualty training scenario while onboard a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 19, 2014. The 18th AES conducts aerial patient transportation training at least once a week to ensure each nurse and technician remains proficient and prepared for potential real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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18th AES sharpens evacuation skills

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Carla Carey, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, inspects her oxygen equipment before a training flight on Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 16, 2014. While 909th Air Refueling Squadron, the 18th AES is frequently employed to oversee the safe transportation of patients within the Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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18th AES striving for success

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joel Pallon, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron air evacuation medic, listens to the sounds of a collapsed lung during training on Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 4, 2015. Training on different aspects of medical emergencies helps prepare team members for whatever situation may arise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen G. Eigel)
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18th AES striving for success

Fake blood flows from a mannequin arm during intravenous therapy training on Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 4, 2015. Intravenous therapy can be used to correct electrolyte imbalances, to deliver medications, for blood transfusion or fluid replacement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen G. Eigel)
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18th AES striving for success

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joel Pallon, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron air evacuation medic, inserts a needle into a mannequin arm to practice intravenous therapy on Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 4, 2015. Intravenous therapy is one of the most common medical practices used to correct electrolyte imbalances, to deliver medications, for blood transfusion or fluid replacement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen G. Eigel)
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18th AES striving for success

Members of the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron prepare to practice intravenous therapy on mannequin arms on Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 4, 2015. The 18th AES has recently built a one-of-a-kind training center that can be used for multiple medical services. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen G. Eigel)
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18th AES striving for success

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joel Pallon, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron air evacuation medic, goes through a possible inflight scenario during training on Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 4, 2015. Practicing scenarios helps keep the medics calm when they are put in a real life crisis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen G. Eigel)
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18th AES trains their care in the air

Airmen with the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron stabilize a simulated patient during airborne training at Kadena Air Base, Jan. 23, 2023. 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 Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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18th AES trains their care in the air

U.S. Air Force Capt. Elizabeth Luke, left, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Sarah Kreiser, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilots, perform engine start up procedures on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 1, 2024. Kadena conducts operations in support of the defense of Japan, as well as U.S. efforts to preserve a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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18th AES trains their care in the air

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kylie Glover, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aerospace medical technician, prepares a simulated patent for takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 1, 2024. The ability of the 18th AES to mobilize quickly and provide critical in-flight care greatly increases the chances of survival for victims of illness or injury within the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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18th AES trains their care in the air

Airmen with the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron prepare simulated patients for takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 1, 2024.18th AES Airmen must be prepared to administer care quickly and efficiently to help as many service members and civilians as possible during a mass casualty situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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18th AES trains their care in the air

Airmen with the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron prepare simulated patients for takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 1, 2024. The 18th AES mission is to provide support for medical operations in wartime, during contingencies and for natural disaster relief operations that occur within the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Melany Bermudez)
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