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18 LRS Airmen set new standard for ADS asset protection

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Bryan Orozco, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron mission generation equipment vehicle maintenance journeyman, and Tech. Sgt. Justin Petty, 18th LRS allied trades non-commissioned officer in charge, apply undercoat to a Volvo PT-125 roller as part of an anti-corrosion program July 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Petty developed the program to reduce humidity and water damage to the airfield damage repair fleet, valued at approximately $15 million, which will save the Air Force $2-3 million in repairs over the life-span of the vehicles and assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft) (This image was enhanced using multiple filters and dodging and burning techniques)
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18 LRS Airmen set new standard for ADS asset protection

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Justin Petty, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron allied trades non-commissioned officer in charge, dons protective equipment at a paint station as part of an airfield damage repair anti-corrosion program July 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Petty developed the program, gaining Air Force headquarters-level recognition, to maximize the life span of ADR equipment by minimizing rust damage from a high-humidity environment and strategizing a meticulous maintenance schedule. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft) (This image was enhanced using multiple filters and dodging and burning techniques)
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18 LRS Airmen set new standard for ADS asset protection

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Bryan Orozco, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron mission generation equipment vehicle maintenance journeyman, and U.S. Air Force Reserve Staff Sgt. Larry Green, 944th LRS vehicle maintenance journeyman, assigned to Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., prepare a Volvo PT-125 roller for an anti-corrosion undercoat application July 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The PT-125 is one out of a projected 257 ADR vehicles and assets to undergo the anti-corrosion project aiming to save the Air Force $2-3 million over 17 years, which will serve as the benchmark by which a new Air Force standard will be created. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft) (This image was enhanced using dodging and burning techniques)
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18 LRS Airmen set new standard for ADS asset protection

U.S. Air Force Reserve Staff Sergeants Larry Green and Amber Melgoza-Kulesza, both 944th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance journeymen, assigned to Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., apply linseed oil to trailer planks as part of an airfield damage repair anti-corrosion project, July 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The anti-corrosion project maximizes the life ADR equipment while saving the Air Force approximately $2-3 million with a $90,000 investment in anti-corrosion materials. Upon completion of Kadena’s ADR program, Air Force leaders plan to use it as a benchmark by which to set a new Air Force standard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft) (This image was enhanced using multiple filters and dodging and burning techniques)
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33rd RQS, HMU bring the thunder

An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 33rd Helicopter Maintenance Unit takes off June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 33rd HMU trained in preparation for Exercise Pacific Thunder, an exercise in the Indo-Asia Pacific theater which tests readiness for search and rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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33rd RQS, HMU bring the thunder

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sean Woolridge, 33rd Helicopter Maintenance Unit, guides an HH-60G Pave Hawk as it prepares to take off June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 33rd HMU underwent training for Exercise Pacific Thunder. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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33rd RQS, HMU bring the thunder

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sean Woolridge, Staff Sgt. Riley Smith, 33rd Helicopter Maintenance Unit crew chiefs and Jon Miller, 33rd Rescue Squadron special mission aviator, complete a hoist inspection June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The hoist is one of the greatest assets to the HH-60G Pave Hawk’s search and rescue missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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33rd RQS, HMU bring the thunder

Maintainers with the 33rd Helicopter Maintenance Unit go through a pre-flight checklist June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The HH-60G Pave Hawk went on a training sortie in preparation for contingency operations in the Indo-Asia Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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33rd RQS, HMU bring the thunder

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Chambers, Tech. Sgt. Jesus Garcia, and Jon Miller, 33rd Rescue Squadron special mission aviators, perform a pre-flight check June 20, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. As the 33rd RQS was commencing their check, the aviators monitored the different parts of the HH-60G Pave Hawk for any discrepancies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Where the rubber meets the road

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aaron Paecht, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron NCO in charge of training, validation and operations, guides Airman 1st Class Marcus Denton, 18th LRS vehicle operator, as he uncouples the trailer of a tractor-trailer June 29, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th LRS conducted tractor-trailer training assisting members in carrying out their missions across the 18th Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Where the rubber meets the road

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aaron Paecht, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron assistant NCO in charge of training, validation and operations, inspects parts of a tractor-trailer during training June 29, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. A thorough inspection of the different parts of the tractor-trailer is necessary before conducting any missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Where the rubber meets the road

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aaron Paecht, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron assistant NCO in charge of training, validation and operations, and Airman 1st Class Marcus Denton, 18th LRS vehicle operator, prepare to conduct tractor-trailer training June 29, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Before conducting training, vehicle operators must ensure the tractor-trailer can maintain ultimate performance for its missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Answering the call

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Clifford Crawford, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescue element leader, sits in an HH-60 Pave Hawk on the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 27, 2016. Crawford was born in Skiatook, Oklahoma, May 28, 1992. He attended Skiatook High School and graduated as class vice president in May 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephen G. Eigel)
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Answering the call

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Clifford Crawford, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescue element leader, works in Nepal, April 2015. During his three weeks there he helped save the lives of more than 40 individuals injured in the massive earthquakes that struck there. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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Running full afterburner

Members of the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron engine test facility, run an F-15 Eagle engine at full afterburner while checking for leaks and any other issues January 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The facility is one of a kind facility built in the 90’s and was paid for by the Government of Japan in an effort to reduce noise pollution in the local community while maintaining the critical role being able to test and have F-15 engines ready at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard)
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Making sure it’s done right

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Young, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels quality assurance evaluator, conducts an organizational tank inspection June 21, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The inspection included checking the safety of tanks for the surrounding environment and security from tampering. The tanks help fuel a lift station, which prevents flooding in housing and the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Making sure it’s done right

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Camarius Johnson, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels quality assurance evaluator, completes an organizational tank inspection June 21, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Part of the inspection process involves getting paperwork signed by the evaluators. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Making sure it’s done right

Airmen assigned to the 18th Wing conduct an organizational tank inspection June 21, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The inspection was of two convault tanks that are maintained by the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron water fuel system maintenance (WFSM) team. After the inspection was completed, the 18th CES WFSM team was informed of any issues that needed to be resolved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Making sure it’s done right

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Camarius Johnson, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels quality assurance evaluator, performs an organizational tank inspection June 21, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Part of the inspection includes checking movement of all valves and prevention of rust formation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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F-15 Eagle: Timeless airframe with modern capabilities

A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron conducts a training flight June 15, 2016 off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. The Eagle's air superiority is achieved through a mixture of unprecedented maneuverability and acceleration, range, weapons and avionics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Devin Nothstine)
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