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C-130J Super Hercules flies strong during Northern Edge

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Ryan Ell, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, conducts flight checklists en-route to Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, in support of exercise Northern Edge 23-2, July 10, 2023. In addition to providing support for the exercise, the C-130J Super Hercules also ferried a group of pilots on their way to both Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tsuiki Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)

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C-130J Super Hercules flies strong during Northern Edge

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing prepare for takeoff in support of exercise Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2023. This exercise is an opportunity for the U.S. and its allies to exercise distributed operations in a professional and safe manner to increase proficiency, force durability and display a shared commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)

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Precision takes practice

U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan, Air Mobility Command commander, talks with Airmen assigned to the 733rd Air Mobility Squadron after they offloaded a C-130J Super Hercules during Exercise Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, 7 July, 2023. This exercise is geared towards improving effectiveness and repsonse time as well as acting as a deterrent to adversaries in the theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexis Redin)

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Precision takes practice

U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan, Air Mobility Command commander, coins an Airman assigned to the 733rd Air Mobility Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, 7 July, 2023. After offloading a C-130J Super Hercules, the Airmen were thanked and congratulated on improving speed, agility and effectiveness during exercise Northern Edge 23-2. This exercise allows the U.S. Joint Force to refine command and control concepts through exercises and experimentation for application in endeavors around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexis Redin)

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Precision takes practice

U.S. Air Force Airmen offload a C-130J Super Hercules during exercise Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, 7 July, 2023. This exercise provides the opportunity for U.S. military personnel to sharpen their skills and to practice tactics, techniques, and procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexis Redin)

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Precision takes practice

U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Minihan, Air Mobility Command commander, left, and Master Sgt. Bryan Fisk, 733rd Air Mobility Squadron section chief, right, watch as a C-130J Super Hercules is offloaded during exercise Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, 7 July, 2023. This exercise provides the opportunity for U.S. military personnel to sharpen their skills and to practice tactics, techniques, and procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexis Redin)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska departs after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in exercise Northern Edge 23-2 over the East China Sea, July 7, 2023. Northern Edge participants practice, project and exercise agile combat employment capabilities, displaying the U.S. and its allies’ shared commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron flies alongside a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in exercise Northern Edge 23-2 over the East China Sea, July 7, 2023. Northern Edge tests participants across multinational and multi-domain operations to provide high-end, realistic training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska departs after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in exercise Northern Edge 23-2 over the East China Sea, July 7, 2023. Northern Edge tests participants across multinational and multi-domain operations to provide high-end, realistic training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, flies alongside a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in exercise Northern Edge 23-2 over the East China Sea, July 7, 2023. Kadena routinely conducts training that enhances the lethality and readiness of U.S. forces and its ability to project superior airpower to the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska flies alongside a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in exercise Northern Edge 23-2 over the East China Sea, July 7, 2023. Kadena routinely conducts training that enhances the lethality and readiness of U.S. forces and its ability to project superior airpower to the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

Airman 1st Class Andrew Jimenez-Guzman, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, scans the area for an approaching U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II participating in exercise Northern Edge 23-2 over the East China Sea, July 7, 2023. Northern Edge participants practice, project and exercise agile combat employment capabilities, displaying the U.S. and its allies’ shared commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in exercise Northern Edge 23-2 over the East China Sea, July 7, 2023. This exercise is an opportunity for the U.S. and its allies to practice, project and exercise agile combat employment capabilities, ensuring long-lasting peace and stability of Japan and the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska flies alongside a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron while participating in exercise Northern Edge 23-2 over the East China Sea, July 7, 2023. This exercise is an opportunity for the U.S. and its allies to practice, project and exercise agile combat employment capabilities, ensuring long-lasting peace and stability of Japan and the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

Airman 1st Class Michael Moses, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron engines apprentice, conducts pre-flight inspections on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 7, 2023. Kadena serves as a hub for airpower in the Pacific, ensuring readiness to project force capabilities and provide support to regional allies and partners when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

Airman 1st Class Vanessa Foor, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron hydraulics apprentice, starts a power cart connected to a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 7, 2023. Kadena serves as a hub for airpower in the Pacific, ensuring readiness to project force capabilities and provide support to regional allies and partners when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

U.S. Air Force Capt. Elizabeth Luke, 909th Air Refueling Squadron aircraft commander, inspects a KC-135 Stratotanker engine during pre-flight checks at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 7, 2023. Kadena is committed to providing support to exercises like Northern Edge 23 to strengthen regional alliances and partnerships, as well as U.S. forces’ readiness to respond when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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Northern Edge 23 sharpens the force

Airman 1st Class Michael Moses, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron engines apprentice, left, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Elizabeth Luke, 909th Air Refueling Squadron aircraft commander, connect hydraulic latches to the main landing gear door at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 7, 2023. Kadena is committed to providing support to exercises like Northern Edge 23 to strengthen regional alliances and partnerships, as well as U.S. forces’ readiness to respond when called upon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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USAF F-35As demonstrate endurance and reach during Northern Edge

(Left to Right) U.S. Air Force Capt. Abraham Go, Capt. Joshua Christen, Capt. Rachel Self and Maj. John Tyholm, 355th Fighter Squadron, pilots, pose for a photo during Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. The F-35 pilots completed the first direct flight from a home base in Alaska to the first island chain to participate in a tactical mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young)

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USAF F-35As demonstrate endurance and reach during Northern Edge

Three U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II’s assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, taxi for takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. The Lightning IIs completed a ten-hour direct flight from Alaska and joined allied forces in the air for a simulated combat training mission over the Indo-Pacific region in support of Northern Edge 23-2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young)

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