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USAF, JASDF conduct training over East China Sea

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle conducts aerial refueling with a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the East China Sea, Oct. 17, 2023. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring U.S. and allied nation aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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USAF, JASDF conduct training over East China Sea

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle approaches a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron for aerial refueling over the East China Sea, Oct. 17, 2023. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring U.S. and allied nation aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Japan Self-Defense Force service members leave the flightline during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The ability to meet face-to-face allowed U.S. and Japanese military personnel to exchange information and plans in a seamless way, increasing interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Catherine Daniel)
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Japan Aerial Self-Defense Force Lt. Col. Takumi Miyanaga, Weapons and Ammunition Section, Maintenance and Supply Division Logistics Department staff, takes notes 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 Catherine Daniel)
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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Daniel Maysonet, left, 18th Wing Agile Combat Employment noncommissioned officer in charge, speaks with Japan Aerial Self-Defense Force Col. Seiji Manabe, center, Defense Plans and Programs Section, Defense Plans and Programs Division chief, and U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. James Lomsdale, right, First Marine Air Wing, G3 Future Operations Office Wing Aviation Command control officer, during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. BDOWG enhances partnerships between the USAF, USMC, and JSDF by bringing them together to share ideas and discover how each branch can best support each other in defense of shared interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Catherine Daniel)
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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Daniel Maysonet, left, 18th Wing Agile Combat Employment noncommissioned officer in charge, 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 Catherine Daniel)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. and Japan Air Self Defense Force service members pose for a group photo during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG not only bolsters the defense of Okinawa, but allows all members to have a clear understanding of allied operations, enhancing joint force operational efficiency in the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

Yuichi Kawamura, Japan Air Self-Defense Force public affairs staff, translates 18th LRS fuels management flight nancy pumphouse functions during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG allowed all participating services to observe, learn and discuss ways to increase bilateral training efforts, operational integration, overall defense, safety and regional partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Snell, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants fuels laboratory supervisor, discusses fuels operations with Japan Air Self Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG brought unique perspectives from both JSDF and the USAF that increased communication efficiency between all the parties involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Snell, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants fuels laboratory supervisor, showcases a Model 1152 Digital Conductivity Meter with Japan Air Self Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG allowed all participating services to observe, learn and discuss ways to increase bilateral training efforts, operational integration, overall defense, safety and regional partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Tyler Marsh, left, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants forward area refueling point supervisor, discusses fuels special operations with Japan Air Self Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG brought unique perspectives from both JSDF and the USAF that increased communication efficiency between all the parties involved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Akins, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants fuels distributions supervisor, showcases an R-11 refueller’s components to Japan Air Self-Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. During the event, BDOWG participants built off progress made from previous year’s conference, diving deeper into Agile Combat Employment tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

U.S. and Japan Self Defense Force service members watch an Integrated Combat Turn demo during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. The BDOWG not only bolsters the defense of Okinawa, but allows all members to have a clear understanding of allied operations, enhancing joint force operational efficiency in the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

2. U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Frely Fuentez-Manzanares, left, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants fuels distribution operator, explains 18th LRS cryogenics facility operations to Japan Air Self-Defense Force service members during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. During the event, BDOWG participants built off progress made from previous year’s conference, diving deeper into Agile Combat Employment tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Jonathan Sifuentes)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

1. U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Frely Fuentez-Manzanares, left, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants fuels distribution operator, explains 18th LRS cryogenics facility operations to Yuichi Kawamura, Japan Air Self-Defense Force public affairs staff, during a Bilateral Defense of Okinawa Working Group exhibition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2023. BDOWG is an annual event for Japanese and U.S. Forces to observe, learn and discuss from each others operations and facilities to maintain and improve efficiency for bilateral operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes.)
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BDOWG opens the door to the Pacific

6. Japan Aerial Self-Defense 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

Ayaka Kishimoto, Southwestern Air Defense force Public Affairs staff, 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

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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