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18th LRS supports mission focused readiness exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Eric Nelson, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment journeyman examines inventory that 18th Wing Airmen will receive during a mission focused readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 1, 2022. The training is designed to evaluate the base’s ability to fulfill its mission to support the U.S. alliance with Japan and other partner nations, ensuring the stability and security of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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18th LRS supports mission focused readiness exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman Megan McKenna, left, and Airman 1st Class Eric Nelson, right, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment journeymen share a check list used to ensure Airmen participating in the mission focused readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 1, 2022. Similar routine training is conducted at U.S. Air Force bases across Japan and around the globe to ensure poses attributes needed to compete, deter and win in a high-end fights across a variety of contested and uncontested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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18th LRS supports mission focused readiness exercise

A helmet sits on top of a bin of vests waiting to be supplied to U.S. Air Force Airmen in preparation for a mission focused readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 1, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and conduct training activities to hone their technical skills while enhancing the installation’s operational readiness to support the stability and security of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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18th LRS supports mission focused readiness exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen file into a personnel deployment function briefing after receiving individual protective equipment during a mission focused readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 1, 2022. The training is designed to evaluate the base’s ability to fulfill its mission in support of the U.S. alliance with Japan and other partner nations, ensuring the stability and security of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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18th LRS supports mission focused readiness exercise

Teams from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron prepare for the next group of U.S. Air Force Airmen to come through and gather individual protective equipment during a mission focused readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 1, 2022. Similar routine training is conducted at U.S. Air Force bases across Japan and around the globe to ensure Airmen poses attributes needed to compete, deter and win in a high-end fights across a variety of contested and uncontested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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18th LRS supports mission focused readiness exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen process through a personnel deployment function line after receiving individual protective equipment during a routine mission focused training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 1, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and hone technical skills needed to enhance the installation’s operational readiness to support ongoing efforts to secure a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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18th LRS supports mission focused readiness exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Zayvien Dominguez, left, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief is issued a helmet by Tech. Sgt. Steven Schmidt, right, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron weapons vault NCO-in-charge in preparation for a routine mission focused training exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 1, 2022. The training is designed to evaluate the base’s ability to compete, deter and win in a high-end fight by evaluating processing and deployment functions to support the U.S.-Japan alliance and other partner nations, thus ensuring the stability and security of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

Senior Airman Kim Williams, foreground, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, prepares a syringe with a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. The pediatric dose, characterized by a purple cap, is recommended for eligible children ages 5-11. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

U.S. Air Force Maj. John Wu, left, 18th Medical Support Squadron pharmacy flight commander, and Senior Airman Kim Williams, right, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, prepare syringes with a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine while parents and children line up for vaccinations in the background at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. As part of the 18th Wing’s campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19, pediatric doses are available to children on Kadena. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

A child gets a bandaid from Senior Airman Kim Williams, right, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, after receiving a pediatric dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. When considering the options regarding vaccinating their child, parents are advised to speak to a medical provider about their child’s medical conditions and any prior reactions to immunizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

A parent comforts his child while she receives a pediatric dose of the COVID-19 vaccine administered by U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Hoang, 18th Healthcare Operations Squadron NCO in charge of pediatrics, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. The CDC recommends everyone 5 years and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves and others from the virus, as widespread vaccination is a vital part of preventing the spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

Children sit on bleachers with their parents after receiving a pediatric dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. The CDC recommends everyone 5 years and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves and others from the virus, as widespread vaccination is a vital part of preventing the spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. David Hoang, left, 18th Healthcare Operations Squadron NCO in charge of pediatrics, and Senior Airman Kim Williams, right, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, administer pediatric doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to children at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. As part of the 18th Wing’s campaign to combat the spread of COVID-19, pediatric doses are available to children on Kadena. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

Vials of the COVID-19 vaccine sit on a table before being administered at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. When considering the options regarding vaccinating their child, parents are advised to speak to a medical provider about their child’s medical conditions and any prior reactions to immunizations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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Kadena’s kids roll up sleeves to beat COVID

A child flexes his arm, showing off the bandaid covering where he received a pediatric dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2022. The CDC recommends everyone 5 years and older receive the COVID-19 vaccine to protect themselves and others from the virus, as widespread vaccination is a vital part of preventing the spread of COVID-19. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)

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CSAF and CMSAF conduct virtual all-call with U.S. Airmen in Japan

Airmen from the 18th Wing and 353rd Special Operations Wing attend a virtual all-call hosted by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ. Brown, Jr., and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 8, 2022. During the all-call, Gen. Brown and Chief Bass spoke about modernizing the Air Force, investing in and empowering Airmen, and preparing to tackle new warfighting domains of space and cyberspace. The CSAF and CMSAF also recognized Airmen from around the command for their hard work, and answered questions about quality-of-life improvements, COVID-19, changes to feedback and evaluation systems, and the future of the mission in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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CSAF and CMSAF conduct virtual all-call with U.S. Airmen in Japan

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt Micoulley Kendall, 718th Force Support Squadron postmaster asks a question during the Q&A portion of the virtual all-call hosted by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ. Brown, Jr., and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 8, 2022. During the all-call, Gen. Brown and Chief Bass spoke about modernizing the Air Force, investing in and empowering Airmen, and preparing to tackle new warfighting domains of space and cyberspace. The CSAF and CMSAF also recognized Airmen from around the command for their hard work, and answered questions about quality-of-life improvements, COVID-19, changes to feedback and evaluation systems, and the future of the mission in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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CSAF and CMSAF conduct virtual all-call with U.S. Airmen in Japan

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Devin Donovan, 18th Security Forces Squadron base defense operations center controller, is recognized during a virtual all-call hosted by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ. Brown, Jr., and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 8, 2022. During the all-call, Gen. Brown and Chief Bass spoke about modernizing the Air Force, investing in and empowering Airmen, and preparing to tackle new warfighting domains of space and cyberspace. The CSAF and CMSAF also recognized Airmen from around the command for their hard work, and answered questions about quality-of-life improvements, COVID-19, changes to feedback and evaluation systems, and the future of the mission in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)