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Short jump, long drop

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Rescue Squadron walk out onto the flightline Oct. 3, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airmen and Soldiers train on a regular basis in order to maintain superior operational and humanitarian capabilities that can be executed immediately in the event of crises. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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Short jump, long drop

U.S. Army Soldiers from the 1st Special Operations Group descend during parachute training Oct. 3, 2017, at Ie Shima, Japan. Airman and Soldiers who jumped during the training landed quickly and safely within the designated landing zone, demonstrating efficiency and superior capability in the event of operational needs or humanitarian crises. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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Short jump, long drop

U.S. Army Soldiers from the 1st Special Operations Group descend together during parachute training Oct. 3, 2017, at Ie Shima, Japan. Parachute capabilities enable special forces members to perform operational and humanitarian missions in locations where aircraft cannot land. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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Short jump, long drop

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 31st Rescue Squadron gathers his parachute after landing during training Oct. 3, 2017, at Ie Shima, Japan. Airmen and Soldiers train on a regular basis in order to maintain superior operational and humanitarian capabilities that can be executed immediately in the event of crises. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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Short jump, long drop

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 31st Rescue Squadron puts simple knots in his parachute cord during parachute training Oct. 3, 2017, at Ie Shima, Japan. Parachute training better enables long-range rescue and rapid response to humanitarian or security crises and is necessary for safe execution of those capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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When you're up a creek: 33rd Rescue Squadron

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron demonstrate a fast-rope rescue March 15, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Enlisted leaders across the services participated in a joint professional military education week, visiting multiple units across multiple services over the week. The joint aspect is designed to give those leaders a broadened perspective of what each branch is capable of. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Quay Drawdy)
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A time to act

U.S. Air Force Col. John Cotton, 18th Aerospace Medicine Squadron commander, saved a local woman’s life Feb. 3, 2017, near Kadena Air Base, Japan. As Cotton commuted home, he noticed a car accident scene and provided care to a bicyclist who had been struck during the accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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A time to act

U.S. Air Force Col. John Cotton, 18th Aerospace Medicine Squadron commander, and Nirai Fire Department members saved a local woman’s life Feb. 3, 2017, near Kadena Air Base, Japan. Partnerships with the local community are vital to strengthening cooperation, especially when life-threatening incidents occur. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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A time to act

U.S. Air Force Col. John Cotton, 18th Aerospace Medicine Squadron commander, shakes hands with Nirai Fire Department members Feb. 13, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Cotton and the Nirai Fire Department members worked together to save the life of a local woman Feb. 3 when she was struck by a car while riding her bicycle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Midnight Emergency

U.S. Air Force Maj. Anibal Aguirre, 33rd Rescue Squadron weapons and tactics officer, piloted one of the HH-60G Pave Hawks during the rescue of five MV-22 Osprey crewmembers Dec. 13, 2016. Members of the 33rd RQS participated in the successful rescue of the Marines alongside members of the 31st RQS, Japan Air Self-Defense Force and the Japan Coast Guard following a shallow water landing off the coast of Okinawa near Camp Schwab. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Midnight Emergency

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Sterling Brisbin, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, aided in the rescue of five Marines assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing following a landing in shallow water off the Okinawa coastline in an MV-22 Osprey Dec. 13, 2016. Members of the 31st worked alongside members of the 33rd RQS, Japan Air Self-Defense Force and the Japan Coast Guard in rescuing the crew of the downed aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/released)
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Midnight Emergency

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joseph Arriza is a special mission aviator instructor for the 33rd Rescue Squadron. He participated in the rescue of five Marines alongside other members of the 33rd RQS, 31st RQS, Japan Air Self-Defense Force and the Japan Coast Guard Dec. 13, 2016. The Marines, assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, had conducted a shallow water landing off the coast of Okinawa near Camp Schwab in an MV-22 Osprey. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Keen Sword 17

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron jump out of an MC-130J Commando II during Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. Exercises like Keen Sword demonstrate the ability of rescue teams to quickly gather resources and respond to a situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Keen Sword 17

U.S. Air Force Maj. Edward Porter, 31st Rescue Squadron chief of standards and evaluations, jumps out of an MC-130J Commando II during Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. Exercises like Keen Sword demonstrate the strength of combined U.S.-Japan forces when the need arises to protect our allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Keen Sword 17

Japan Air Self-Defense Force pararescuemen jump out of an MC-130J Commando II during Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. Exercises like Keen Sword are a crucial demonstration of the strength of friendship between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Keen Sword 17

Japan Air Self-Defense Force pararescuemen prepare to jump out of an MC-130J Commando II during Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. During Keen Sword, pararescuemen respond to scenarios such as a downed aircraft simulation over the Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Keen Sword 17

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Maurice Muro, 31st Rescue Squadron operations superintendent, signals pararescuemen of the time left until a jump during Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. Rescue teams from the 17th Special Operations Squadron and Japan Air Self Defense Force combined their efforts while participating in a mass casualty exercise during Keen Sword. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Keen Sword 17

Japan Air Self-Defense Force pararescuemen prepare to jump out of an MC-130J Commando II during Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. Keen Sword is an annual exercise which strengthens interoperability between JASDF and U.S. combat rescue teams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Keen Sword 17

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force prepare for Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. The alliance between the U.S. and Japan maintains peace and security in the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Keen Sword 17

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Rescue Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force pararescuemen prepare for Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. During Keen Sword, the 31st Rescue Squadron and JASDF work together during exercises such as a mass casualty exercise and coordinating rescue efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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