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18th EMS, MWSS-172 practice crash recovery

Airmen assigned to the 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron hook anchor points to an F-15 Eagle in preparation for a lift by an All-Terrain Crane, known as a MAC-50, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 4, 2022. This joint training was performed to test crash recovery capabilities for the Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 and 18th EMS. During a real aircraft crash scenario, the MAC-50 would be used to lift an immobile aircraft so that a truck would be able to drive under and prepare the aircraft for transportation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS, MWSS-172 practice crash recovery

Airmen assigned to the 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron pull a rope to stabilize an F-15 Eagle while it is being lifted by an All-Terrain Crane, known as a MAC-50, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 4, 2022. This joint training was performed to test crash recovery capabilities for the Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 and 18th EMS. Several Airmen pulled four different ropes attached to the F-15 Eagle in order to avoid the aircraft turning and crashing into the MAC-50. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS, MWSS-172 practice crash recovery

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Zackary Maes, left, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron repair and reclamation noncommissioned officer in charge, and U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Troy Bowers, heavy equipment operator assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, stand in as safety observers while an All-Terrain Crane, known as a MAC-50, lifts an F-15 Eagle at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 4, 2022. This joint training was performed to test crash recovery capabilities for the MWSS-172 and 18th EMS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS, MWSS-172 practice crash recovery

A U.S. Marine assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 checks the alignment of an F-15 Eagle with an All-Terrain Crane, known as a MAC-50, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 4, 2022. This joint training was performed to test crash recovery capabilities for the MWSS-172 and 18th EMS. During a real aircraft crash scenario, the MAC-50 would be used to lift an immobile aircraft so that a truck would be able to drive under and prepare the aircraft for transportation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS: Masters of Heavy Metal

Airman 1st Class Angel Felix, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technician, performs metal inert gas welding at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2022. Aircraft metal technicians fabricate and weld components to ensure reliable operability of mission-essential aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS: Masters of Heavy Metal

Airman 1st Class Tanner Wise, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technician, retrieves a drill at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2022. Aircraft metal technicians fabricate and weld components ensuring reliable operability of mission-essential aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS: Masters of Heavy Metal

Airman 1st Class Angel Felix, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technician, uses a grinding wheel to prepare metal parts for welding at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2022. The 18th EMS fabricates and welds essential metal components for Kadena Air Base’s F-15 Eagles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS: Masters of Heavy Metal

Airman Bryson Pennie, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technician, operates an abrasive water jet cutting machine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2022. Automated tools provide consistently accurate measurements in less time than manual production methods. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS: Masters of Heavy Metal

Airman 1st Class Angel Felix, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technician, prepares his station for metal inert gas welding at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2022. Aircraft metal technicians fabricate and weld components to ensure reliable operability of mission-essential aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS: Masters of Heavy Metal

Airman 1st Class Angel Felix, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technician, performs metal inert gas welding at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2022. The 18th EMS fabricates and welds essential metal components for Kadena Air Base’s F-15 Eagles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th EMS: Masters of Heavy Metal

Airman 1st Class Angel Felix, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft metals technician, performs metal inert gas welding at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2022. Aircraft metal technicians fabricate and weld components to ensure reliable operability of mission-essential aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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18th Wing 2021 Annual Awards ceremony

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, top far left, 18th Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods, top far right, 18th Wing command chief, pose with the Annual Award winners and nominees during the ceremony held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2022. There were 56 nominees in 12 categories. The nominees were said to have demonstrated exceptional commitment to service, integrity and excellence throughout the year and contributed greatly to the 18th Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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18th Wing 2021 Annual Awards ceremony

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, far left, 18th Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods, far right, 18th Wing command chief, pose with the Annual Award winners during the award ceremony held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2022. The Annual Awards ceremony highlighted the dynamic mission of Kadena and showcased the 18th Wing’s outstanding performers from 2021. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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18th Wing 2021 Annual Awards ceremony

Senior Airman Caden Soper, middle, 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-15 avionics journeyman and 2021’s 18th Wing Airman of the Year winner, salutes U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, left, 18th Wing commander, as he and Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods, right, 18th Wing command chief, congratulate winners of the Annual Awards ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2022. The Annual Awards ceremony had 12 categories and winners for all of the 18th Wing, meaning nominees and winners both stood out and went above and beyond in their respective roles while supporting Kadena’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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18th Wing 2021 Annual Awards ceremony

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, left, 18th Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods, right, 18th Wing command chief, pose with Ms. Jennifer Gilmore, middle, 18th Comptroller Squadron staff accountant and 2021’s 18th Wing Civilian Category Two winner, during the Annual Awards ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2022. There were 56 nominees in 12 categories. The nominees were said to have demonstrated exceptional commitment to service, integrity and excellence throughout the year and contributed greatly to the 18th Wing’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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18th Wing 2021 Annual Awards ceremony

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Scott Layne, 18th Munitions Squadron production flight chief, poses for a photo at the 18th Wing Annual Awards ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2022. The Annual Awards ceremony highlighted the dynamic mission of Kadena and showcased the 18th Wing’s outstanding performers from 2021. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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The Erwin PME Center: Building the Air Force’s next gen leaders

Two U.S. Air Force students at the Erwin Professional Military Education Center fold the U.S. flag during flag detail at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 15, 2022. Students volunteer to take part in the flag detail ceremony every school cycle and learn the customs and courtesies involved with handling the U.S. and Japanese flags. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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The Erwin PME Center: Building the Air Force’s next gen leaders

Airmen assigned to the 18th Wing take part in a Retreat flag detail at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 15, 2022. Once Retreat begins at Kadena Air Base, it is followed by “Kimi Ga Yo”, the Japanese National Anthem, and the U.S. National Anthem. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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The Erwin PME Center: Building the Air Force’s next gen leaders

Airmen assigned to the 18th Wing take part in a Retreat flag detail at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 15, 2022. Once Retreat begins at Kadena Air Base, it is followed by “Kimi Ga Yo”, the Japanese National Anthem, and the U.S. National Anthem. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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The Erwin PME Center: Building the Air Force’s next gen leaders

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Imelda Edge, Erwin Professional Military Education Center instructor, listens to introductions from her students at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 15, 2022. Edge said that she believes students are more receptive to feedback than many people think. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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