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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

A team of aerospace propulsion technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron service an F-15 Eagle engine May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Airmen worked together to prepare an F-15 Eagle engine for a trial run at the test cell. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jon Barrett, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Fixing the augmenter is just one of the many aspects that go into building the engines of the F-15 Eagles assigned to Kadena AB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class David Loveless, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The typical process of maintenance is composed of six parts, which are receiving, teardown, inspection, buildup, test cell and the final part, which include inspections of the engine and forms. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Bolanos, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The aerospace propulsion flight is responsible for rebuilding, repairing and performing preventative maintenance on engines in order to prepare them for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

A team of aerospace propulsion technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The propulsion shop is a vital component in keeping the F-15s in the air. Their mission is to provide timely, safe and reliable jet engines to reduce flightline engine removals or engine maintenance in the pursuit of the wing's mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jon Barrett, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, refers to his technical orders as he services an F-15 Eagle engine May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Technical orders list detailed tasks that must be completed by technicians and inspectors to ensure the aircraft will function properly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class David Loveless, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The augmenter extends the engines thrust and allows it to break the sound barrier. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Teamwork propels F-15 engines

U.S. Air Force Airman Travis Howard, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, services an F-15 Eagle engine augmenter May 12, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Certain parts of an engine require replacement once they reach a certain number of flight hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Justin Petty, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron allied trades NCO in charge, dons protective equipment April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Petty helped spearhead the 18 LRS’s new vehicle corrosion control program that has become the Pacific Air Force’s blueprint to protect wartime readiness vehicles in outdoor storage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force hydraulics technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics back shop assemble an F-15 Eagle landing gear actuator May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hydraulics Airmen's responsibilities include maintaining the hydraulic systems of all Kadena Aircraft which allow the aircraft to steer, land and ultimately support Airmen on the battlefield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Adam Fischer, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, refers to his technical orders while servicing aircraft components May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Technical orders are step-by-step instruction manuals used by maintenance Airmen that list proper tools needed, any hazards to be aware of and protective gear to accomplish the task. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Cox, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, retrieves aircraft components May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Attention to detail skills are vital in order for Airmen to maintain proper accountability and handling of parts and tools. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Cox, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, tightens a medium pressure rubber hose assembly May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hydraulics Airmen often rely on several shifts in order to complete repairs in a timely fashion, such as having one shift disassembling and inspecting a part and the next shift reassembling and testing the part. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Cox, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, tightens a medium pressure rubber hose assembly May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hydraulics Airmen often rely on several shifts in order to complete repairs in a timely fashion, such as having one shift disassembling and inspecting a part and the next shift reassembling and testing the part. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force hydraulics technicians from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics back shop use a hydraulic test stand May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Before items are sent back to the flightline, they are raun through a series of tests that simulate the same conditions likely to occur in-flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

A U.S. Air Force hydraulics technician from the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron inspects a toolbox full of fitting kits May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Some of the repairs that are done in the hydraulic backshop are highly technical and often require the teamwork of several technicians to complete. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Cox, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics technician, inspects brake assembly fixtures May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Brake parts are inspected for wear and corrosion, cleaned and then reassembled and tested before reattachment to the F-15 Eagle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Pieces of freedom

The 18th Component Maintenance Squadron hydraulics day-shift team gathers for a meeting May 2, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. All functioning aircraft in the Air Force are supported by a team of hydraulics Airmen who spend years developing their troubleshooting and repair capabilities with the help of a mentor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron applies anti-corrosion chemicals April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The product provides a thin layer of protection over bare metal or painted surfaces so the vehicle can resist corrosion, effectively reducing the amount of corrosion sustained and maintaining mission effectiveness for longer periods of time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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Corrosion Control: Kadena Airmen save Air Force millions

A U.S. Air Force Airman from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron applies anti-corrosion chemicals April 6, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The product provides a thin layer of protection over bare metal or painted surfaces so the vehicle can resist corrosion, effectively reducing the amount of corrosion sustained and maintaining mission effectiveness for longer periods of time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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