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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

Japan Aerial Self-Defense Force, U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps, service members at a conference during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG is an annual event where Japan and U.S. Forces assigned to Okinawa come together to discuss ways to further bilateral training, operational integration and overall defense, safety, and partnership in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Daniel Beck, speaks at an informational conference during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. BDOWG enhances partnerships between the USAF, U.S. Marine Corps, and Japan Self-Defense Force by bringing them together to share ideas and discover how each branch can best support each other in defense of their shared interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Daniel Beck, 1st Marine Air Wing, plans operational planner speaks at an informational conference during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. BDOWG enhances partnerships between the USAF, U.S. Marine Corps, and Japan Self-Defense Force by bringing them together to share ideas and discover how each branch can best support each other in defense of their shared interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. James Lomsdale, First Marine Air Wing, G3 Future Operations Office Wing Aviation Command control officer, at a conference during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 26, 2023. The BDOWG is an annual event where Japan and US Forces assigned to Okinawa come together to discuss ways to further bilateral training, operational integration and overall defense, safety, and partnership in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Forging bonds for a secure Indo-Pacific

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members disembark a Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sep. 19th, 2023. This trilateral event helped improve combat training and readiness and interoperability between JASDF, RAAF and U.S. Pacific Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Forging bonds for a secure Indo-Pacific

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jarem Tano, 390th Intelligence Squadron Strategic Analyst officer, translates the capabilities of the RC-135 Rivet Joint Aircraft to Japan Air Self-Defense Force members at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sep. 19th, 2023. Tano assisted in translating through the day to help JASDF members learn more about the mission and the 18th wing's capabilities in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Forging bonds for a secure Indo-Pacific

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jarem Tano, left, 390th Intelligence Squadron Strategic Analyst officer, translates the capabilities of the RC-135 Rivet Joint Aircraft to Japan Air Self-Defense Force members at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sep. 19th, 2023. Tano assisted in translating through the day to help JASDF members learn more about the mission and the 18th wing's capabilities in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Forging bonds for a secure Indo-Pacific

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Joshua Baker, 390th Intelligence Squadron Airborne mission supervisor, briefs Japan Air Self-Defense Force members on the mission capabilities of the RC-135 Rivet Joint Aircraft at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sep. 19th, 2023. Baker met with JASDF members to share more about the mission and the Wing's capabilities in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Forging bonds for a secure Indo-Pacific

Flight crews from the Royal Australian Air Force, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and the U.S. Air Force stand together at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sep. 19th, 2023. USAF, JASDF and RAAF members refined in-flight communications procedures and established threat warning channels to ensure each nation is ready to provide mutual support during on-going operations in the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Forging bonds for a secure Indo-Pacific

Royal Australian Air Force Flying Officer Fergus Dunne, discusses airborne air control tactics and procedures at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sep. 19th, 2023. During the event, Pacific Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force and JASDF participants went over various training and defense capabilities. The event ended with each ally having a better understanding of their training ethics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Forging bonds for a secure Indo-Pacific

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Col. Kazunori Saito, Commander, Central Air Defense Control Group, Central Aircraft Control and Warning Wing discusses airborne air control tactics and procedures at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sep. 19th, 2023. Pacific Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force and JASDF leadership went over various training and defense capabilities. The event ended with each ally having a better understanding of their training ethics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Their Bite is worse than their bark

U.S. Air Force military working dog ZsoZso and his handler, both assigned to the 18th Security Forces Squadron, conduct controlled aggression tactics during a demonstration at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The dogs train on how to detect explosives and narcotics as well as perform controlled aggression tactics when detaining suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Their Bite is worse than their bark

Military Working Dog ZsoZso tugs on the bite suit worn by U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Aguilar, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, during a training demonstration at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. MWDs are trained to subdue or intimidate suspects before having to use lethal force; they are also used for detecting explosives, narcotics and other harmful materials. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Their Bite is worse than their bark

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Aguilar, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, conducts controlled aggression training with MWD ZsoZso at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. The 18th SFS continually conducts training with their MWD teams to ensure they are prepared to respond to emergencies. MWDs are trained to obey handlers commands as the situation demands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Their Bite is worse than their bark

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Aguilar, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, poses as an aggressor for military working dog, ZsoZso during training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. MWDs are trained to subdue or intimidate suspects before having to use lethal force; they are also used for detecting explosives, narcotics and other harmful materials. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Their Bite is worse than their bark

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Aguilar, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, demonstrate how training is performed in the bite suit with MWD ZsoZso at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023.The MWDs along with their handlers support the Air Force by helping to safeguard military bases. The dogs are trained to detect traces of explosives or drugs and help detain an aggressor on command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Their Bite is worse than their bark

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Aguilar, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, demonstrates how training is performed in a bite suit with ZsoZso at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. MWD handlers work side-by-side with their dogs to provide base security as well as search vehicles for illegal drugs and explosives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Their Bite is worse than their bark

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. DariusOmar Stephens, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and his MWD, ZsoZso, demonstrate how training is performed at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2023. MWDs contribute to Kadena's security with detection capability and prevention of improvised explosive device threats on base.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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U.S., Japan Conduct Aerial Integration Exercise

A B-1B Lancer from the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Sea of Japan, August 30, 2023. Bomber missions to the Indo-Pacific region deter aggression by demonstrating U.S. Air Forces’ ability to operate anytime and anywhere in the world in support of U.S. Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane Young)
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U.S., Japan Conduct Aerial Integration Exercise

A B-1B Lancer from the 28th Bomb Wing, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Sea of Japan, August 30, 2023. This CONUS-to-CONUS mission was flown in support of a bilateral bomber exercise over the Sea of Japan with Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 fighters to demonstrate the enduring deterrence options readily available to the U.S.-Japan Alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane Young)
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