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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

A U.S. Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron performs in-flight refueling with a MC-130J Commando II from the 17th Special Operations Squadron during a training exercise Nov. 4, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. The 33rd RS performs military personnel recovery, civil search and rescue, medical evacuation, disaster response, and humanitarian assistance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

U.S. Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawks from the 33rd Rescue Squadron fly in formation with a MC-130J Commando II from the 17th Special Operations Squadron for exercise Keen Sword Nov. 4, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. Air Force rescue squadrons frequently train on a multitude of scenarios in order to stay prepared for potential real-world contingencies and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Vincent Hnat, 33rd Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, scans his surroundings aboard a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter Nov. 4, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan as part of exercise Keen Sword. During the exercise, combat rescue teams train to increase the interoperability required to support the defense of Japan, respond to a potential crisis and offer humanitarian assistance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

A U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II from the 17th Special Operations Squadron prepares to perform in-flight refueling with a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron Nov. 4, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. Keen Sword is a regularly scheduled exercise which strengthens Japan-U.S. military interoperability and meets mutual defense objectives. Japan-U.S. military operations and exercises increase readiness to respond to varied crisis situations in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Vincent Hnat, 33rd Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, communicates with aircrew on a MC-130J Commando II from the 17th Special Operations Squadron off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. During the training, members of the 33rd RQS performed an array of maneuvers and procedures to include helocasting, a simulated downed pilot in a hostile environment and helicopter air-to-air refueling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Adam Lopez, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, scans the ocean during a training flight a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter assigned to the 33rd RQS Nov. 4, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. During the training, members of the 33rd RQS practiced recovery operations for a simulated downed pilot in a hostile environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Adam Lopez, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, performs a communications check aboard a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron for exercise Keen Sword Nov. 4, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. During the training, members of the 33rd RQS practiced recovery operations for a simulated downed pilot in a hostile environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

Staff Sgt. Caleb Williams, 18th Operations Support Squadron SERE specialist, performs a communications check aboard a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron for exercise Keen Sword Nov. 4, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. During the training, members of the 33rd RQS practiced recovery operations for a simulated downed pilot in a hostile environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Conor Henry, 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter pilot, begin pre-flight checks before a Keen Sword training mission Nov. 4, 2016, on Kadena Air Base, Japan during exercise Keen Sword. The 33rd RQS frequently trains on a multitude of scenarios in order to stay prepared for potential real-world contingencies and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Rescue operations executed for Keen Sword

U.S. Air Force Airmen prepare to board an HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron during annual exercise Keen Sword Nov. 4, 2016, on Kadena Air Base, Japan. Keen Sword is a regularly scheduled exercise which strengthens Japan-U.S. military interoperability and meets mutual defense objectives. Japan-U.S. military operations and exercises increase readiness to respond to varied crisis situations in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John Linzmeier)
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Keen Sword 17

HH-60 Pave Hawks from 33rd Rescue Squadron, 943rd Rescue Group and Japan Air Self-Defense Force, fly in formation behind an MC-130J from the 17th Special Operations Squadron during exercise Keen Sword 17, Nov. 7, 2016, near Okinawa, Japan. The U.S.-Japan mutual security treaty is a symbol of the U.S. commitment to Japan and the region and allows the U.S. to provide forward-based forces that can rapidly react to counter aggression against Japan and other allies and partners. . (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel/released)
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Keen Sword 17

Senior Airman Timothy Manzer and Staff Sgt. Korey King, 17th Special Operations Squadron loadmasters, look out over the ocean after refueling HH-60 Pave Hawks from 33rd Rescue Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force during exercise Keen Sword 17, Nov. 7, 2016, near Okinawa, Japan. For more than 50 years, the U.S.-Japan Alliance has been the foundation of peace and security in Northeast Asia and the cornerstone of U.S. engagement in the region. In 1960, Japan and the U.S. signed the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security. The alliance plays an indispensable role in ensuring the security and prosperity of the United States and Japan, as well as regional peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel/released)
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Keen Sword 17

An HH-60 Pave Hawk from the 33rd Rescue Squadron refuels behind an MC-130J from the 17th Special Operations during exercise Keen Sword 17, Nov. 7, 2016, near Okinawa, Japan. 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 Stephen G. Eigel/released)
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Keen Sword 17

An HH-60 Pave Hawk from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force refuels behind an MC-130J from the 17th Special Operations during exercise Keen Sword 17, Nov. 7, 2016, near Okinawa, Japan. The year 2015 marked the 70th anniversary of the end of World War II. We believe the current state of the U.S.-Japan relationship highlights the power and the possibility of reconciliation between former adversaries. The U.S.-Japan relationship has changed a lot over the past 71 years, and it’s arrived at a point of a close alliance in which we cooperate regionally and globally. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel/released)
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Keen Sword 17

HH-60 Pave Hawks from 33rd Rescue Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force, fly in formation behind an MC-130J from the 17th Special Operations Squadron preparing to be refueled during exercise Keen Sword 17, Nov. 7, 2016, near Okinawa, Japan. The U.S.-Japan Alliance encompasses counter-terrorism, counter-piracy, capacity building, ballistic missile defense, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief, and equipment and technology enhancement. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel/released)
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Keen Sword 17

HH-60 Pave Hawks from 33rd Rescue Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force, fly in formation behind an MC-130J from the 17th Special Operations Squadron preparing to be refueled during exercise Keen Sword 17, Nov. 7, 2016, near Okinawa, Japan. The U.S.-Japan alliance remains strong and productive through both countries’ shared commitment to a full range of military capabilities. Not only do we share common values and common concerns, we face common threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel/released)
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Keen Sword 17

Staff Sgt. Korey King, 17th Special Operations Squadron loadmaster, looks out the window of an MC-130J during exercise Keen Sword 17, Nov. 7, 2016, near Okinawa, Japan. The Indo-Asia-Pacific region holds the majority of the world’s people and trade, and the Japan-U.S. alliance is the bedrock of peace, security and prosperity in this region. Exercises like Keen Sword are a decisive demonstration of the strength of the friendship between our people. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel/released)
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Brave together

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein takes a photo with a local Okinawan family during the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Established by the 18th Wing commander in 2000, KSO is a wholesome sporting and entertainment event that provides an opportunity for all communities involved to stand together in support of people with special needs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Brave together

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein delivers the athlete’s oath during the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The athlete's oath signifies the dedication of each individual athlete participating in the event and begins the KSO. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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The listening tour

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Dave Goldfein speaks to Kadena Airmen during an all call Nov. 4, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Goldfein discussed what his focus areas are as the Air Force Chief of Staff. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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