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Landing with precision

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron, right, and Jed Gleasman, Advance Navigation and Positioning Corp field engineer, write down the height and distance of the Transportable Transponder Landing System with an automatic level at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. An auto level is an optical instrument that can be used to establish or verify points on the same horizontal plane, and has an internal mechanism that eliminates variation and inaccuracy from measurements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Landing with precision

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron and 18th Operations Support Squadron work alongside Japan Air Self-Defense Force Airmen to deploy a Transportable Transponder Landing System with the assistance of Advance Navigation and Positioning Corp. at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. The engineers from ANPC instructed and assisted those present in the proper assembly of the TTLS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Landing with precision

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Carolynn Wood, 18th Operations Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, right, works alongside Japan Air Self-Defense Force Capt. Miura Tsunehisa, Air Traffic Control Group liaison, to assemble a Transportable Transponder Landing System with the assistance of Advance Navigation and Positioning Corp. at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. Bilateral operations not only allow the testing of new technology and tactics to shape future operations, but also help enhance the agility and coordination between the U.S. and its allies in order to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Landing with precision

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron and 18th Operations Support Squadron work alongside Japan Air Self-Defense Force Airmen to assemble a Transportable Transponder Landing System with assistance of the Advance Navigation and Positioning Corp. at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2023. The TTLS allows for precision landing on terrain where Instrument landing systems installation isn’t readily available by using ground-based sensors to determine an aircraft’s position. (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

Senior Airman Christopher Bartek, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician inspects a C-130J Super Hercules’ propellers after a flight in support of exercise Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2023. Post-flight inspections help both maintainers and pilots assess any potential damage done to an aircraft during flight and ensure full airpower capabilities to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific. (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 Staff Sgt. D’Angelo Seabron, 36th Airlift Squadron aircraft loadmaster, observes the engines of a C-130J Super Hercules mid-flight on the return trip back to Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2023. Aircrew aboard the C-130J verified the state of the engines on a regular basis for any issues to ensure a safe return back to 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

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron awaits for takeoff clearance amidst heavy precipitation at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, during exercise Northern Edge 23-2, July 10, 2023. Northern Edge 23-2 will test participants across multinational and multi-domain operations to provide high-end, realistic training. (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 aircrew assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing wait for taxiing on a C-130J Super Hercules at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, July, 10, 2023. Working together to enhance agility and coordination will allow the U.S. and its allies to provide rapid assistance should a crisis occur in the Indo-Pacific. (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 Staff Sgt. D’Angelo Seabron, 36th Airlift Squadron aircraft loadmaster, communicates with pilots during a flight aboard a C-130J Super Hercules en-route to Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, July 10, 2023. Aircrew remain in constant communication during a flight, ensuring everyone is on task, aware of the current situation and remain informed should any issues arise during the flight. (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 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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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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USAF F-35As demonstrate endurance and reach during Northern Edge

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, taxis on the flight line after a Northern Edge 23-2 training mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. NE 23-2 demonstrates the U.S. commitment to the region by building interoperability, multilateral cooperative arrangements with our allies and partners, advancing common interests and ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (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

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, parks on the flight line after a Northern Edge 23-2 training mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. Operating out of Kadena, during NE 23-2, offers visiting forces the experience of operating in the physically vast and strategically complex environment of the Indo-Pacific, enabling greater readiness and interoperability with joint and allied forces. (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

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Keyli Pillaro-Estrada, 355th Fighter Generation Squadron, crew chief, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, signals an F-35 pilot during Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. NE 23-2 provides a training ground for aircraft and personnel to practice, project and exercise agile combat employment capabilities to ensure long-lasting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young)
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Kadena walks for unity

U.S. Air Force members set off on a Unity Walk held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2023. The Unity Walk was attended by Kadena leadership at all levels, showing their support in bringing the community together and resolving racial divides and inequalities in our nation and Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena walks for unity

Chief Master Sgt. Brandon Wolfgang, 18th Wing command chief, delivers a speech to attendees of the Unity Walk held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2023. Wolfgang shared some details of his time in Security Forces and how Kadena commits itself to bringing the community together and resolving racial divides and inequalities in our nation and Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena walks for unity

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, 18th Wing commander, attends a Unity Walk held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2023. The event signified Kadena’s commitment to bringing the community together and resolving racial divides and inequalities in our nation and Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena walks for unity

A Unity Walk was held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, on June 30, 2023. The event sparked dialogues encompassing not just racial concerns, but also the struggles encountered by various marginalized groups. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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