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4th FGS, 18th LRS and 1st SOS conduct FARP demonstration

An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Fighter Squadron, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, taxis into position in front of two U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron for forward area refueling point operations during a FARP demonstration at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 14, 2024. FARP allows operators to transfer fuel from one aircraft to another; this process enables fighter aircraft to land, refuel or re-arm before returning to air-battle operations rapidly in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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4th FGS, 18th LRS and 1st SOS conduct FARP demonstration

Two U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron carry a hose during a forward area refueling point demonstration at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 14, 2024. The demonstration was observed by the 788th Wing leadership; additionally, the demonstration provided Airmen with FARP training for rapid fighter jet refueling in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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4th FGS, 18th LRS and 1st SOS conduct FARP demonstration

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron work with a hose during a forward area refueling point demonstration on an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Fighter Squadron, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 14, 2024. FARP allows operators to transfer fuel from one aircraft to another; this process enables fighter aircraft to land, refuel or re-arm before returning to air-battle operations rapidly in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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4th FGS, 18th LRS and 1st SOS conduct FARP demonstration

Two U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 1st Special Operations Squadron and 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron connect a hose to an MC-130J Commando II fuel tank during a forward area refueling point demonstration at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 14, 2024. The demonstration was an opportunity for 18th LRS FARP operators to train for Air Force Special Operations Command missions as well as joint and allied forces FARP mission requirements in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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4th FGS, 18th LRS and 1st SOS conduct FARP demonstration

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 4th Fighter Generation Squadron, 1st Special Operations Squadron and 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron conduct forward area refueling point preparations for a FARP demonstration on an MC-130J Commando II at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 14, 2024. The demonstration was observed by leadership from the 127th Wing, Selfridge Air National Guard Base, Michigan; additionally, the demonstration provided FARP operators training for rapid fighter jet refueling in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Airmen conduct ACE rapid turn exercise

U.S. Air Force Maj. Emily Thompson, 4th Fighter Squadron pilot, conducts refueling operations on an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th FS, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 6, 2024. Agile Combat Employment exercises strengthen multi-capable Airmen operations to significantly reduce maintenance turnaround in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Airmen conduct ACE rapid turn exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron supervise U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 4th Fighter Generation Squadron as they conduct refueling operations on an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th FS, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 6, 2024. Airmen with the 388th Fighter Wing executed a cold integrated combat turn and rapid refuelings on F-35A Lightning IIs with service members switching maintenance roles as part of Agile Combat Employment training that fosters multi-capable Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Airmen conduct ACE rapid turn exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron supervise U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 4th Fighter Generation Squadron as they conduct refueling operations on an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th FS, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 6, 2024. Airmen with the 388th Fighter Wing executed a cold integrated combat turn and rapid refuelings on F-35A Lightning IIs with service members switching maintenance roles as part of Agile Combat Employment training that fosters multi-capable Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Airmen conduct ACE rapid turn exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jordan Langston, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, conducts refueling preparations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 6, 2024. Airmen with the 388th Fighter Wing conducted an Agile Combat Employment rapid refueling and cold integrated combat turn exercise with the supervision of refueling and munitions loading experts. Exercises like these strengthen multi-capable Airmen operations to significantly reduce maintenance turnaround in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Airmen conduct ACE rapid turn exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 388th Munitions Squadron and 4th Fighter Generation Squadron conduct a cold integrated combat turn on an F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Fighter Squadron, Hill Air Force Base, Utah, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 6, 2024. A cold integrated combat turn consists of rapid maintenance and refueling while the aircraft is powered down. Agile Combat Employment exercises like these strengthen multi-capable Airmen operations to significantly reduce maintenance turnaround in a contested environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Airmen conduct ACE rapid turn exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ashley Singleton, right, 4th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons team chief, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nicholas Butch, 388th Munitions Squadron munitions controller, conduct munitions loading operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 6, 2024. Airmen with the 388th Fighter Wing executed a cold integrated combat turn and rapid refuelings on F-35A Lightning IIs with service members switching maintenance roles as part of Agile Combat Employment training that fosters multi-capable Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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HH-60W Jolly Green II's first flight at Kadena

A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron takes off from the flightline for its first flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2024. The HH-60W is the successor to the HH-60G Pave Hawk and designed from the ground up with integrated mission systems and features new, multi-function displays to provide pilots with critical flight information. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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HH-60W Jolly Green II's first flight at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Louis ‘Shiner’ Nolting, 33rd Rescue Squadron commander, left, and U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brian Rhoades, 33rd RS combat rescue helicopter team lead, step towards an HH-60W Jolly Green II for its first flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2024. The HH-60W is the successor to the HH-60G Pave Hawk and designed from the ground up with integrated mission systems and features new, multi-function displays to provide pilots with critical flight information. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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HH-60W Jolly Green II's first flight at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Shelby ‘Scar’ Duncan, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, performs pre-flight checks on an HH-60W Jolly Green II before its first flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2024. The HH-60W is designed for mission critical operations to include personnel recovery, humanitarian missions, civil search and rescue, disaster relief, medical evacuations and non-combatant evacuations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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HH-60W Jolly Green II's first flight at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Brian Donnelly, 33rd Helicopter Maintenance Unit production superintendent, signs an exceptional release for the HH-60W Jolly Green II before its first flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2024. The release is signed when an aircraft is deemed safe for operational flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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HH-60W Jolly Green II's first flight at Kadena

A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron is parked on the flightline before its first flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2024. To better accommodate search and rescue operations in the Indo-Pacific theater, the U.S. Air Force is currently phasing out the HH-60G Pave Hawk in favor of the HH-60W that is equipped with an enhanced avionics package and superior equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Cope North 24: ACE accelerates USAF to stay ahead in Great Power Competition

A U.S. Air Force petroleum, oil, and lubricants airman and Japan Air Self Defense Force maintainers refuel a Mitsubishi F-2A at Northwest Field, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 8, 2024 during Cope North 24. Continued collaboration and integration of dispersed operations during Cope North 24 enhances the joint force’s capabilities to operate in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tylir Meyer)
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Cope North 24: ACE accelerates USAF to stay ahead in Great Power Competition

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Aaron Lynde, 36th Contingency Response Squadron air traffic control liaison, directs a U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet on approach to Northwest Field, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 6, 2024. Cope North 24 enables the joint and combined forces to improve the resilience and survivability of coalition airpower through integrated agile combat employment training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tylir Meyer)
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Cope North 24: ACE accelerates USAF to stay ahead in Great Power Competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Sean Kirby, 554th Red Horse Squadron emergency management contingency instructor, uses a plate tamper to compact soil for AM-2 mat installation at Northwest Field, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 6, 2024. AM-2 matting form portable runways, taxiways, and parking for aircraft, enabling the resilience of a wide range of air operations in contested or austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tylir Meyer)
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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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