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Keen Sword 2015

Two U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors from the 525th Fighter Squadron stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, taxi on the Kadena Air Base, Japan, flight line before takeoff Nov. 14, 2014. The Raptors, which are temporarily operating out of Kadena, are participating in Keen Sword 2015, a joint bilateral field training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel. Keen Sword is designed to increase combat readiness and interoperability between the JSDF and U.S. forces and will be conducted at multiple venues in the Japan area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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Keen Sword 2015

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nick Chachor, 525th Fighter Squadron weapons officer and F-22 Raptor pilot, prepares for takeoff during Keen Sword 2015 on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2014. The fundamental role of U.S. forces in Japan is to deter aggression and maintain peace and security in the region, and is an essential component of the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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F-15 Eagles reach 35 years of service at Kadena

Three F-15 Eagles assigned to the 1st Tactical Fighter Wing, Langely Air Force Base, Va., taxi onto the flightline following their landing. Eighteen F-15 aircraft will touch down on Kadena's flightline Saturday and will officially become part of the 18th Tactical Fighter Wing. The arrival of the aircraft here follows several years of planning and coordinating by members of the 18th TFW and major commands. Kadeanans are invited to join the special ceremonies celebrating the aircraft's arrival. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. M.J. Creen)
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F-15 Eagles reach 35 years of service at Kadena

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle refuels from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker over the ocean late at night Sept. 16, 2014. Sept. 29, 2014, marks the 35th anniversary of the F-15C's arrival to Kadena. At Kadena alone, the F-15C/D squadrons, the 67th, 44th and formerly 12th Fighter Squadrons, have earned the title of best Air Force fighter squadron of the year and the prestigious Raytheon Trophy, formerly the Hughes Trophy, nine times since the aircraft's arrival 35 years ago. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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F-15 Eagles reach 35 years of service at Kadena

A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle crew chief from the 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit watches pre-flight procedures and communicates with the aircraft's pilot before takeoff on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 16, 2014. Sept. 29, 2014, marks the 35th anniversary of the F-15C's arrival to Kadena. With a perfect record of more than 100 confirmed kills and no combat losses in operations and contingencies ranging from Turkey and Bosnia to Iraq and Afghanistan, the Eagle has proven itself time and again. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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F-15 Eagles reach 35 years of service at Kadena

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle taxis for takeoff on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 16, 2014. The Eagle has Sept. 29, 2014, marks the 35th anniversary of the F-15C's arrival to Kadena. At Kadena alone, the F-15C/D squadrons, the 67th, 44th and formerly 12th Fighter Squadrons, have earned the title of best Air Force fighter squadron of the year and the prestigious Raytheon Trophy, formerly the Hughes Trophy, nine times since the aircraft's arrival 35 years ago. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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Kadena maintainers train on emergency response

Two U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles await post-flight inspections during a hung munitions exercise as part of a mission focused exercise on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 21, 2014. Eagles are highly maneuverable, twin-engine fighter jets designed to aid the Air Force in achieving air dominance against an enemy. During MFEs, Airmen train to respond to a multitude of scenarios in order to increase combat readiness and the ability to operate effectively in a hostile environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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67th AMU maintains during the MFE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ian Domingo (left) and Senior Airman Anthony Intorre, both 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chiefs, install a rudder surface on an F-15C Eagle during a mission focused exercise on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 19, 2014. Kadena, the home to the Air Force's largest combat wing, the 18th Wing, acts as a power projection platform for aircraft, supplies, equipment or Airmen in the event of an operation in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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67th AMU maintains during the MFE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ian Domingo (left) and Senior Airman Anthony Intorre, both 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chiefs, install a rudder surface on an F-15C Eagle during a mission focused exercise on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 19, 2014. The Eagle is an all-weather, tactical fighter jet complete with electronic systems and weaponry designed to detect, acquire, track and attack enemy aircraft while operating in friendly or enemy-controlled airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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Kadena preps for Typhoon Neoguri

Members of the 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron service a KC-135 Stratotanker on Kadena Air Base, Japan, on July 6, 2014, in preparation to evacuate it off of Okinawa in advance of a massive typhoon expected to hit the island on July 8, 2014. Okinawa is susceptible to and threatened by several typhoons each year, but the military personnel are quick to secure their equipment and aircraft from the damaging winds and remain confident that base housing is built to withstand the annual typhoon season.. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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Kadena preps for Typhoon Neoguri

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Sloan, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, replaces a tire on a KC-135 Stratotanker on Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 6, 2014, to prepare it for evacuation off the island in advance of a massive typhoon expected to hit Okinawa on July 8, 2014. Okinawa is susceptible to and threatened by several typhoons each year, but the military personnel are quick to secure their equipment and aircraft from the damaging winds and remain confident that base housing is built to withstand the annual typhoon season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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Kadena preps for Typhoon Neoguri

Airmen prepare to deploy from Kadena Air Base, Japan, to the Rim of the Pacific Exercise on July 6, 2014. The Airmen were deploying earlier than planned due to a massive typhoon predicted to hit Okinawa on July 8, 2014, with wind gusts nearing 200 mph. RIMPAC is the world’s largest biennial international maritime training event involving sea and air elements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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Kadena preps for Typhoon Neoguri

HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopters, assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron, are placed into hangars on Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 6, 2014, to protect them from a massive typhoon predicted to slam into Okinawa with wind gusts nearing 200 mph on July 8, 2014. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris)
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Kadena fliers relocate to Guam

A 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker takes off from Kadena Air Base, Japan, for aviation training relocation to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 18. The ATR provides service members from Kadena the opportunity to integrate with Pacific Air Forces units in the region and strengthen the U.S. Air Force's ability to respond to a potential threat in the region. The repositioning also relieves the noise impact of Kadena jets on the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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Kadena fliers relocate to Guam

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle takes off from Kadena Air Base, Japan, for aviation training relocation to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 18. The ATR provides service members from Kadena the opportunity to integrate with Pacific Air Forces units in the region and strengthen the U.S. Air Force's ability to respond to a potential threat in the region. The repositioning also relieves the noise impact of Kadena jets on the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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Kadena fliers relocate to Guam

U.S. Air Force Maj. Weston Turner, 18th Operations Support Squadron F-15C Eagle instructor pilot, performs pre-flight checks before takeoff for aviation training relocation to Guam on Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 18, 2014. As part of the ATR, service members, aircraft and equipment from the 44th FS, 909th Air Refueling Squadron and 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron repositioned to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in order to promote integration and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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Kadena fliers relocate to Guam

U.S. Air Force Maj. Weston Turner, 18th Operations Support Squadron F-15C Eagle instructor pilot, dons his face mask before takeoff for aviation training relocation to Guam on Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 18, 2014. The ATR provides service members from Kadena the opportunity to integrate with Pacific Air Forces units in the region and strengthen the U.S. Air Force's ability to respond to a potential threat in the region. The repositioning also relieves the noise impact of Kadena jets on the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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Kadena fliers relocate to Guam

U.S. Air Force Maj. Weston Turner, 18th Operations Support Squadron F-15C Eagle instructor pilot, climbs into his jet before takeoff for aviation training relocation to Guam on Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 18, 2014. As part of the ATR, service members, aircraft and equipment from the 44th FS, 909th Air Refueling Squadron and 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron repositioned to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in order to promote integration and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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909th ARS building partnerships over Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chad Halloway, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, guides a Republic of Korea F-16 to the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Asian-Pacific region April 1, 2014, in preparation for the Red Flag exercise in Alaska. Red Flag-Alaska is a series of Pacific Air Forces commander-directed field training exercises for U.S. forces, provides joint offensive counter-air, interdiction, close air support, and large force employment training in a simulated combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith James)
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909th ARS building partnerships over Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chad Halloway, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, guides a Republic of Korea F-16 to the boom of a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Asian-Pacific region April 1, 2014, in preparation for the Red Flag exercise in Alaska. Red Flag-Alaska is a series of Pacific Air Forces commander-directed field training exercises for U.S. forces, provides joint offensive counter-air, interdiction, close air support, and large force employment training in a simulated combat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Keith James)
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