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33rd RQS: Leading with Lethality

An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron is parked at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 11, 2023. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters and rescue of U.S. and allied military members and civilian personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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U.S. and Japanese Forces Team Up for Southern Beach

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit detach an empty fuel tank from an F-15C Eagle in preparation for Exercise Southern Beach at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2023. Exercise Southern Beach is a large-scale Japan-U.S. joint training effort. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Falcons on the Flightline

A 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron crew chief conducts post-flight procedures on an F-16CM Fighting Falcon assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, after arriving at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2023. The Fighting Falcon is renowned for its fly-by-wire system, and exceptionally flexible design enabling it to excel worldwide in a range of both air-to-air and air-to-ground roles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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Falcons on the Flightline

A 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron crew chief conducts post-flight procedures on an F-16CM Fighting Falcon assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, after arriving at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2023. The base's strategic position makes it a vital staging location for forces to deter regional adversaries and project U.S. airpower throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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Falcons on the Flightline

Airman Bradley Derden, 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron crew chief, conducts post-flight procedures on an F-16CM Fighting Falcon assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, after arriving at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2023. The base's strategic position makes it a vital staging location for forces to deter regional adversaries and project U.S. airpower throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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Falcons on the Flightline

Airman Bradley Derden, 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron crew chief, conducts post-flight procedures on an F-16CM Fighting Falcon assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, after arriving at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2023. These aircraft will help ensure steady state U.S. Air Force fighter presence at Kadena Air base through the on-going phased return of Kadena’s fleet of F-15C/D Eagles to the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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Falcons on the Flightline

Pilots assigned to the 480th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron complete post-flight checks at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2022. The deployment of newer and more advanced aircraft at Kadena exemplifies the Department of Defense’s continued commitment to enhancing our posture while building on the strong foundation of our Alliance with Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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Falcons on the Flightline

A U.S. Air Force F-16CM Fighting Falcon assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, arrives at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2023. The Fighting Falcon is renowned for its fly-by-wire system, and exceptionally flexible design enabling it to excel worldwide in a range of both air-to-air and air-to-ground roles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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Falcons on the Flightline

A U.S. Air Force F-16CM Fighting Falcon assigned to the 52nd Fighter Wing, Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, arrives at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2023. While deployed here, the highly maneuverable multi-role F-16s will work in conjunction with Kadena-based assets and F-22A Raptors deployed from the 3rd Wing, Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson, Alaska, to ensure continued steady-state fighter capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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480th FS deploys to Kadena AB

Senior Airman Elliot Poux, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, signals thumbs up while launching an F-16CM Fighting Falcon aircraft assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 11, 2023. Airmen and assets are deploying to Kadena Air Base, Japan, to enhance the U.S. posture in the region and to build on the strong alliance with Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt Anthony Plyler)
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480th FS deploys to Kadena AB

A U.S. Air Force F-16CM Fighting Falcon aircraft, assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron, taxis on the flight line at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 11, 2023. Airmen and assets are deploying to Kadena Air Base, Japan, as the base’s strategic position makes it a vital staging location for forces to deter regional adversaries and project U.S. airpower throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt Anthony Plyler)
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480th FS deploys to Kadena AB

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Keon Purnell, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics craftsman, conducts preflight operations on an F-16CM Fighting Falcon aircraft prior to takeoff at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 11, 2023. Avionics personnel ensure pilots receive vital information through high-tech communication systems and flight controls. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt Anthony Plyler)
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480th FS deploys to Kadena AB

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Keon Purnell, 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics craftsman, uses a headset to communicate with an F-16CM Fighting Falcon pilot assigned to the 480th Fighter Squadron prior to takeoff at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 11, 2023. Airmen work around the clock, often in less-than-ideal weather conditions, to keep the wing mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt Anthony Plyler)
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480th FS deploys to Kadena AB

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prepare to launch an F-16CM Fighting Falcon aircraft at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 11, 2023. The F-16CM can locate targets in all weather conditions, which allows it to accurately deliver ordnance during non-visual bombing conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt Anthony Plyler)
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480th FS deploys to Kadena AB

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shaun Loomis, commander of the 480th Fighter Squadron, conducts pre-flight checks of an F-16CM Fighting Falcon aircraft while also chatting with a crew chief assigned to the 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, Jan. 11, 2023. Airmen and assets are deploying to Kadena Air Base, Japan, to ensure a steady state U.S. Air Force fighter presence in the region to support the on-going phased return of Kadena’s fleet of F-15C/D Eagles to the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt Anthony Plyler)
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1st PACAF unit connected to Starlink

Airman 1st Class Cody Moser, 18th Communications Squadron expeditionary communications technician, conducts a performance test for a Starlink terminal at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 10, 2023. “Connection to Starlink means we can bump up our end-users from 6 to 8 to potentially 20 to 30, which greatly affects efficiency in communication for deployed units and entire offices,” said Moser.
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1st PACAF unit connected to Starlink

Airman 1st Class Cody Moser, 18th Communications Squadron expeditionary communications technician, conducts a performance test for a Starlink terminal at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 10, 2023. “Starlink provides an easy-to-use method of internet connection for troops deployed worldwide and improves the Air Force’s communication capabilities to ensure mission success,” said Moser. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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1st PACAF unit connected to Starlink

Airman 1st Class Calvin Ledford, 18th Communications Squadron expeditionary communications technician, prepares a Starlink modem for a performance test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 10, 2023. “Starlink takes about 10 minutes to set up, which is a vast improvement over our last antenna which took over 45 minutes in set up time,” said Ledford. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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1st PACAF unit connected to Starlink

Airman 1st Class Cody Moser, 18th Communications Squadron expeditionary communications technician, prepares a Starlink modem for a performance test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 10, 2023. “Connection to Starlink means we can bump up our end-users from 6 to 8 to potentially 20 to 30, which greatly affects efficiency in communication for deployed units and entire offices,” said Moser. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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1st PACAF unit connected to Starlink

A SpaceX Starlink modem is prepared for a performance test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 10, 2023. Starlink’s satellites orbit approximately at 342 miles above sea level, allowing for a closer connection to antennas on the ground world-wide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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