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Renovating mission capability

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Vigil, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, measures a wall frame for drywall Dec. 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Checking for proper measurements for drywall ensures a strong interior wall. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Ready to fight fires

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Oshkosh Striker 6x6 sits ready for service on the flightline Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Strikers are an invaluable asset to fire departments across the Air Force, with their immense firefighting power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Ready to fight fires

Masao Itokazu, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron driver operator, conducts radio checks inside an Oshkosh Striker 6x6 Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Properly functioning radio systems assist with optimum response time in the event of an aircraft incident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Ready to fight fires

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Oshkosh Striker 6x6 tests its water boom Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Oshkosh Striker 6x6s are special vehicles designed to put out aircraft fires and are capable of emitting 1,000 gallons of water within three minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Ready to fight fires

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Oshkosh Striker 6x6 sits at the ready on the flightline Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Strikers are utilized by fire departments across the Air Force for extinguishing aircraft fires. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Fly, rinse, repeat

Senior Airman Jeffrey Kirkham, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Water and Fuels System Maintenance (WFSM) journeyman, prepares to check one of the pumps of a birdbath Aug. 22, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th CES WFSM team checks the birdbath system for functionality. The team can turn off one of the pumps manually and check the others for efficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Fly, rinse, repeat

A KC-135 Stratotanker goes through a birdbath Aug. 22, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The official name for the birdbath is the aircraft rinse system. The birdbath has a rinse time of 90 seconds, ensuring the aircraft is properly washed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Fly, rinse, repeat

An F-15 Eagle goes through a birdbath Aug. 19, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The birdbath is a vital component of maintaining the longevity of Kadena’s fighter aircraft. The birdbath prevents corrosion from building up on the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter performs post-exercise checklists during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The drill trained firefighters how to negotiate the air control tower for simulated smoke, fire, casualty recovery, personnel evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

Firefighters of the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron secure fire hoses during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Firefighters trained in the tower to become familiar with the facility in the event there is a need for a real-world emergency evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

Senior Airman Brandon Hudson, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, looks down a stairwell during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hudson and other firefighters of the 18th CES conduct fire and rescue exercises twice per week in order to remain ready day and night for possible emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

Staff Sgt. Demarcus Oliver, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter crew chief, carries a dummy down a stairwell during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The drill simulated smoke, fire, casualty recovery, and personnel evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

Firefighters of the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron perform a personnel recovery down a stairwell during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The tower drill enabled firefighters to become familiar with the layout of the structure, involving cramped spaces offering little room for maneuvering personnel and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

Staff Sgt. Demarcus Oliver, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter crew chief, supports a dummy during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Training up to twice per week, firefighters ensure they remain constantly ready for possible emergencies, such as building evacuations and personnel recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

Firefighters from the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron exit a fire engine during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Firefighters train on a regular basis in order to maintain constant readiness for emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

Yoshimi Sakurai and Senior Airman Brandon Hudson, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, ascend a stairwell during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Sakurai and Hudson carried hoses and tools up 13 flights of stairs to reach the top where simulated victims needed to be evacuated and carried out to safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 CES firefighters conduct tower evacuation drill

Yoshimi Sakurai, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, connects hoses during a tower evacuation drill Aug. 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The drill enabled firefighters to become familiar with fire and rescue procedures for the air traffic control tower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Rising up

Kenichi Shimajiri, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron fire inspector, stands in front of a fire truck July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Shimajiri was a firefighter for 23 years at Kadena before becoming a fire inspector. As a fire inspector, Shimajiri is responsible for ensuring buildings are free of fire hazards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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