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Kadena airfield operations

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Oshkosh Striker fire truck stands ready during a hot refueling exercise July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Force Base, Japan. With a top speed of 70-mph and an engine capable of 1,950 foot-pounds of torque at 1,400 rpm, fire suppression teams can respond immediately to emergencies anywhere on the flight line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

Senior Airman Brandon Craver, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, observes the flight line during a nighttime refueling exercise July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th LRS and 1st Special Operations Squadron conducted a refueling exercise to demonstrate forward-area refueling point capability in an austere environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

Aircraft assigned to the 67th Fighter Squadron taxi toward a refueling point July 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pilots fly regularly to hone their skills in the event they are called to defend Okinawa and Japan from enemy attack within the Indo-Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15 Eagle taxis on the flight line July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pilots bear the responsibility of defending Okinawa and Japan from adversaries seeking to harm U.S. and allied partners within the Indo-Asian Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

A 67th Fighter Squadron F-15 Eagle takes off for a sortie July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. With a top speed of 1,875 mph and a range of 3,450 miles, the Eagle can respond at a moment’s notice to crisis and conflict anywhere in the Indo-Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Kadena airfield operations

An MC-130H Combat Talon II idles on the flight line July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 1st Special Operations Squadron conducted a night-time hot refueling exercise with the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron to demonstrate forward-area refueling point capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE ensure a soft landing for pararescuemen

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman climbs aboard a boat after performing a static line jump as the sun sets after a lowlight training operation in the Pacific Ocean June 29, 2016. Air Force pararescue is one of the United States Department of Defense’s elite combat forces trained and equipped to conduct personnel rescue and recovery in both conventional and unconventional combat rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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31st RQS AFE ensure a soft landing for pararescuemen

U.S. Air Force pararescumen, from the 31st rescue squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, float through the air after performing a static line jump from an MC-130J Commando, June 29, 2016, over the Pacific Ocean. Pararescuemen depend on the parachutes packed by expert air crew flight equipment personnel to be able to deploy anywhere to accomplish their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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31st RQS AFE ensure a soft landing for pararescuemen

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Mathew Michels, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant NCOIC, retrieves a parachute from the Pacific Ocean during a pararescue training operation June 29, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa. The water-logged parachutes hauled in the from ocean can weigh up to 150 pounds, but must be cleaned and dried within two days to prevent corrosion and ensure the chutes’ effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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31st RQS AFE ensure a soft landing for pararescuemen

Two pararescuemen, from Kadena Air Base’s 31st Rescue Squadron, parachute into the Pacific Ocean during a rescue training scenario June 29, 2016. Pararescuemen train both night and day to maintain critical skills for their missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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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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A story to tell

Iroha Ganaha, Kadena Elementary School fifth grade student, receives the 18th Wing Special Award from U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Oldham, 18th Mission Support Group commander, during the 19th annual Kadena Language Institute English Contest July 14, 2016, at the Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. The 18th Wing Special Award winner is hand-chosen by the 18th MSG commander based on their performance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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A story to tell

Moa Maetaba, Yara Elementary School sixth grade student, recites a story in English during the 19th annual Kadena Language Institute English Contest July 14, 2016, at Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. Students participating in the contest learned a story in English and had to recite it from memory. This contest is focused on inspiring children to pursue a future global partnership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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A story to tell

Audience members observe a local Okinawan student’s performance during the 19th annual Kadena Language Institute English Contest July 14, 2016, at Kadena Rotary Town Plaza, Okinawa, Japan. Contestants were from Yara Elementary School, Kadena Elementary School and Kadena Junior High School. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Michels is a 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant NCO in charge at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Michels ensures the safety aircrews jumping from aircraft by packing and maintaining parachute packs and a variety of equipment including oxygen bottles, masks, life preservers, altimeters and night vision goggles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, inspects equipment June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Merrill assembles parachutes for pararescuemen and maintains a variety of aircrew equipment such as oxygen bottles, masks, life preservers, altimeters and night vision goggles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, packs a parachute June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. A fully loaded parachute pack weighs approximately 80 pounds and contains both a main chute and reserve chute, adding an additional layer of safety for aircrews who jump out of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Michels, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment assistant NCO in charge, and Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st RQS aircrew flight equipment journeyman, pack a parachute canopy into a deployment bag June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Each parachute must go through a specialized packing procedure, followed by an extensive series of safety checks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, cocoons a parachute canopy June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. In order to push out all the air inside the material for packing, Merrill applied his entire body weight by lying down on top of the canopy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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31st RQS AFE Airmen preserve pararescuemen lives

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Erik Merrill, 31st Rescue Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, cocoons a parachute canopy June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Merrill applied his entire body weight on top of the canopy in order to push out all the air between folds, enabling him to pack it into a small deployment bag. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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