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18th AES saves in the sky

An Airman from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron performs CPR on a simulated patient in a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, while flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. CPR can double a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron prop up a simulated patient in a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. The 18th AES primarily focuses on the safety of the patient and stabilizing them until they arrive at the proper facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

Senior Airman Rueben Kong, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, sets up equipment on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, while flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. The 18th AES primarily focuses on the safety of the patient and stabilizing them until they arrive at the proper facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Rhianna Scott, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, helps look for equipment on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, while flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. The ability of the 18th AES to mobilize quickly and provide critical in-flight care greatly increases the chances of survival for victims of illness or injury. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

Senior Airmen Jaylin Harris, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, checks on simulated patients for in-flight emergency training on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, while flying over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 30, 2021. When an in-flight emergency happens, aircraft patients must still be monitored to ensure they are safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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18th AES saves in the sky

Senior Airman Rueben Kong, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, speaks with Master Sgt. Rhianna Scott, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron medical technician, on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 30, 2021. The primary mission of the 18th AES is to support medical operations in wartime, during various contingencies and during natural disaster relief operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Bioenviornmental conducts mask fit testing

U.S. Air Force Maj. Melissa Cadorette, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight nurse, left, conducts the reading portion of a mask fit test while Airman 1st Class Greta Meivel, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineer apprentice, right, administers bitrex at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2021. The mask fit test is a seven-step process which typically takes seven minutes to administer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Bioenviornmental conducts mask fit testing

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lamarah Tyree, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineer journeyman, administers bitrex for a mask fit test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2021. From N95 masks to gas masks; bioenvironmental engineers ensure any mask designed to protect against harmful materials fits correctly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Bioenviornmental conducts mask fit testing

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Greta Meivel, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineer apprentice, administers bitrex during a mask fit test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2021. The first step in a mask fit test is to expose the individual to the compound so they know what to expect. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Bioenviornmental conducts mask fit testing

Airmen from the 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineer flight administer mask fit tests for Airmen assigned to the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2021. 18th AES provides in-flight medical care to patients aboard a variety of aircraft; masks provide protection against hazardous material they may come into contact with. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Bioenviornmental conducts mask fit testing

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lamarah Tyree, left, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineer journeyman, prepares Master Sgt. Maya Guillen, right, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron operation flight chief, for her mask fit test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2021. The mask fit test ensures N95 masks work efficiently to protect individuals from harmful compounds or biological material. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Bioenviornmental conducts mask fit testing

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Chasten Gibbs, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineer program manager, fills a container with bitrex for a mask fit test at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2021. Bitrex is the most bitter compound known, and is used to ensure N95 masks fit properly by ensuring the compound can’t be tasted while the mask is worn. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Bioenviornmental conducts mask fit testing

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lamarah Tyree, left, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron bioenvironmental engineer journeyman, and Airman 1st Class Jeneane Jaber, right, 18th OMRS bioenvironmental engineer apprentice, inventory equipment for mask fit tests at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2021. Bioenvironmental engineers oversee the safety and management of environmental factors for over 8,000 housing units and industrial facilities island-wide. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulte
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Working to save a young life

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Aerospace Evacuation Squadron work to secure medical equipment in a C-17 Globemaster III May 13, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airmen from the 18th AES worked with U.S. Navy Sailors to outfit a “Giraffe” omnibed system into a C-17 Globemaster III for the first time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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Working to save a young life

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Angel Figueroa, 18th Medical Operations Squadron technician, (left) and U.S. Air Force Maj. Melissa Dassinger, 18th Aerospace Evacuation Squadron Training Flight commander, test a “Giraffe” omnibed May 13, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. A C-17 Globemaster III can be equipped with materials and systems required to transport injured patients across great distances quickly and safely. The 18th AES works to provide the expertise required to help make the trip successful. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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Working to save a young life

A U.S. Air Force Globemaster III sits on the flightline May 13, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th Aerospace Evacuation Squadron maintains responsibility over the largest area of operations in the military, reaching from the Horn of Africa to Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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Working to save a young life

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Aerospace Evacuation Squadron load equipment into a C-17 Globemaster III May 13, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th AES maintains a forward presence and supports medical contingencies in the Pacific to include the only neonatal air facility in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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Working to save a young life

A U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Aerospace Evacuation Squadron tightens down a latch to secure equipment May 13, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th AES deploys, establishes and operates elements of a theater aeromedical evacuation system, including a mobile staging facility, evacuation command and control and crew for worldwide taskings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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909th KC-135 trains ROKAF F-15, 18th AES aircrews

A Republic of Korea Air Force F-15 Eagle maneuvers toward a refueling boom as Senior Airman Charlton Hampton, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker boom operator, provides positional feedback Sept. 12, 2016, over the Pacific Ocean. Hampton trained with Republic of Korea Air Force F-15 Eagles as part of a night time in-flight refueling exercise to help prepare ROKAF pilots for aerial operations in an austere environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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909th KC-135 trains ROKAF F-15, 18th AES aircrews

A Republic of Korea Air Force F-15 Eagle maneuvers toward a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a refueling exercise Sept. 12, 2016, over the Pacific Ocean. The 909th and ROKAF trained together to enhance nighttime, long-distance flying capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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