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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner III

U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles takeoff from the runway and taxi along the flightline during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th Wing must be ready to cooperate with regional partners, ready to compete against peer adversaries, and ready to fight tonight should there be a need to do so. By continuously exercising, the 18th Wing is able to bolster lethality and combined interoperability with partners. Exercises focus on readiness of force and optimize international engagements to build partner capacity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner III

U.S Air Force Senior Airman Ryan Takacs, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, stands by before marshalling an F-15C Eagle during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pacific Air Forces is validating new ways to deploy and maneuver assets in order to operate in contested environments through exercises, engagements and operations like WestPac Rumrunner. The 18th Wing-led exercise represents an evolution in the capabilities of 18th Wing assets to work with joint partners to defend American allies and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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201006-F-YW474-0196

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jereme Tockey, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, embraces his family after returning from a deployment to U.S. Central Command Oct. 6, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. While deployed to the CENTCOM area of responsibility, Airmen conducted more than 1,000 sorties and 5,300 combat hours, which drove 13 phase inspections in six months. They’ll share the skills they learned in combat with Team Kadena, joint partners and allies to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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201006-F-YW474-0156

A U.S. Air Force Airman embraces his children upon returning from a deployment to U.S. Central Command Oct. 6, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airmen from the 18th Operations and Maintenance Groups deployed to the CENTCOM area of responsibility in support of ongoing operations to maintain air superiority, defend forces on the ground, enhance regional partnerships, and demonstrate a continued commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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201006-F-YW474-0129

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Joel L. Carey, 18th Wing commander, and other leaders welcome Airmen home from a deployment to U.S. Central Command Oct. 6, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. During their deployment, Airmen assigned to 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron, 18th Munitions Squadron, 18th Maintenance Operations Flight, and 18th Operations Support Squadron along with the 44th Fighter Squadron supported ongoing operations maintaining air superiority, defending forces on the ground, enhancing regional partnerships, and demonstrating a continued commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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201006-F-YW474-0123

Members of the 18th Wing walk toward the air terminal at Kadena Air Base, Japan, after returning from a deployment to U.S. Central Command Oct. 6, 2020. More than 300 Airmen assigned to the 18th Operations and Maintenance Groups as well as pilots and aircraft assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron deployed to the CENTCOM theater to defend U.S. and partner nation interests. During their deployment, Airmen conducted more than 1,000 sorties and 5,300 combat hours, which drove 13 phase inspections in six months. They’ll share the skills they learned in combat with Team Kadena, joint partners and allies to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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201006-F-YW474-0100

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Joel L. Carey, 18th Wing commander, greets members who return from a deployment to U.S. Central Command Oct. 6, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. While deployed to the CENTCOM area of operations, Airmen conducted more than 1,000 sorties and 5,300 combat hours, which drove 13 phase inspections in six months. They’ll share the skills they learned in combat with Team Kadena, joint partners and allies to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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201006-F-YW474-0090

Airmen from the 18th Wing disembark an aircraft upon their return from a deployment to U.S. Central Command Oct. 6, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. More than 300 Airmen assigned to the 18th Operations and Maintenance Groups as well as pilots and aircraft assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron deployed to the CENTCOM theater to defend U.S. and partner nation interests. During their deployment, Airmen conducted more than 1,000 sorties and 5,300 combat hours, which drove 13 phase inspections in six months. They’ll share the skills they learned in combat with Team Kadena, joint partners and allies to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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201006-F-YJ424-1034

Airmen from the 18th Wing in-process after returning from a deployment to U.S. Central Command Oct. 6, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. More than 300 Airmen assigned to the 18th Operations and Maintenance Groups as well as pilots and aircraft assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron deployed to the CENTCOM theater to defend U.S. and partner nation interests. During their deployment, Airmen conducted more than 1,000 sorties and 5,300 combat hours, which drove 13 phase inspections in six months. They’ll share the skills they learned in combat with Team Kadena, joint partners and allies to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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201003-F-YW474-0208

U.S. Air Force 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagles return from a deployment as family and friends gather for a homecoming event Oct. 3, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airmen from the 18th Operations and Maintenance Groups deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility in support of ongoing operations to maintain air superiority, defend forces on the ground, enhance regional partnerships, and demonstrate a continued commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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201003-F-YJ424-1235

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Robert Fowler, 18th Operations Group deputy commander, kisses his wife after returning from a deployment to U.S. Central Command Oct. 3, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airmen from the 18th Operations and Maintenance Groups deployed to the CENTCOM area of responsibility in support of ongoing operations to maintain air superiority, defend forces on the ground, enhance regional partnerships, and demonstrate a continued commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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201003-F-YJ424-1165

U.S. Air Force Maj. Jonathan Taylor, 44th Fighter Squadron assistant director of operations, is welcomed back from a deployment by his family Oct. 3, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. While deployed to the U.S. Central Command area of operations, Airmen conducted more than 1,000 sorties and 5,300 combat hours, which drove 13 phase inspections in six months. They’ll now share the skills they learned in combat with Team Kadena, joint partners and allies to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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201003-F-YJ424-1134

A U.S Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron pulls into a parking spot Oct. 3, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. More than 300 Airmen assigned to the 18th Operations and Maintenance Groups as well as pilots and aircraft assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron deployed to the U.S. Central Command theater to defend U.S. and partner nation interests. During their deployment, Airmen conducted more than 1,000 sorties and 5,300 combat hours, which drove 13 phase inspections in six months. They’ll share the skills they learned in combat with Team Kadena, joint partners and allies to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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201003-F-YJ424-1055

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron lands at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2020, after returning from a deployment to the U.S. Central Command theater to defend U.S. and partner nation interests, while creating logistical flexibility. During their deployment, Airmen assigned to 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron, 18th Munitions Squadron, 18th Maintenance Operations Flight, and 18th Operations Support Squadron along with the 44th FS supported ongoing operations maintaining air superiority, defending forces on the ground, enhancing regional partnerships, and demonstrating a continued commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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200824-F-YW474-0111

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joseph Perez, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, inspects a B5 stand Aug. 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Perez and other members of the 18th EMS inspected a hangar full of ground equipment ranging from maintenance stands to auxiliary power carts, all of which are necessary for aircraft operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200824-F-YW474-0101

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Yolanda Garcia, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, inspects equipment carts and maintenance stands Aug. 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Garcia and other members of the 18th EMS maintain various pieces of heavy equipment that are needed for aircraft maintenance and flight line operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200824-F-YW474-0068

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joseph Perez, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, inspects an Air Conditioning Equipment 808 air conditioner Aug. 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Perez and other members of the 18th EMS maintain various pieces of heavy equipment that are needed for aircraft maintenance and flight line operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200824-F-YW474-0054

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Skylar Neff, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, inspects new generation heaters for safety and functionality Aug. 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The equipment Neff maintains plays a crucial role in preparing aircraft for maintenance and startup operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200824-F-YW474-0027

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Skylar Neff and Airman 1st Class Nathaniel Popp, both 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeymen, inspect a B2 stand for safety and functionality Aug. 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Neff and Popp are responsible for ensuring ground equipment necessary for aircraft maintenance and operations remain in working order. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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200730-F-YW474-0118

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conclude an engine test on an MC-130J Commando II July 30, 2020, at Kadena Air Base Japan. Maintainers ensure safe operation of the Commando II, which conducts infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of U.S. and allied special operations forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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