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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

A Special Tactics Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing waits for instruction to hoist a patient up a slope during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen train to further their proficiency so that they remain fully capable to respond to any crisis or contingency across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

Special Tactics Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing load a patient into an HH-60 hulk trainer during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen train to further their proficiency so that they remain fully capable to respond to any crisis or contingency across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

Special Tactics Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing drag a patient away from an incident site during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2022. The 320th STS train and employ tactics to guarantee the success of personnel recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

A Special Tactics Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing opens a medical kit during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen train to further their proficiency so that they remain fully capable to respond to any crisis or contingency across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

A Special Tactics Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing communicates with air crews during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen train to further their proficiency so that they remain fully capable to respond to any crisis or contingency across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

Special Tactics Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations descend a slope to recover a patient during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. The 320th Special Tactics Squadron trains and employs tactics to guarantee the success of personnel recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

Special Tactics Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing pull a rope hoisting a patient during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen prepare thoroughly for any situation they may encounter during a rescue operation by employing various tactics during training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

A Special Tactics Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing records a patient’s injuries and treatment during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen learn to diagnose and treat patients in the field, increasing the survivability of patients during rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

A Special Tactics Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing examines a patient during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen learn to diagnose and treat patients in the field, increasing the survivability of patients during rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

A Special Tactics Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing creates an entry point into an overturned vehicle during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen prepare thoroughly for any situation they may encounter during a rescue operation by employing various tactics during training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

A Special Tactics Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing talks to his team during a mass casualty scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. The 320th Special Tactics Squadron trains and employs tactics to guarantee the success of personnel recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Special Tactics Airmen conduct nighttime rescue training

A Special Tactics Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing checks his equipment prior to a mass casualty training scenario at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. Special Tactics Airmen prepare thoroughly for any situation they may encounter during a rescue operation by employing various tactics during training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)
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Exercise Gryphon Pacific 20-1

Airmen from the 320th Special Tactics Squadron perform a night jump above Wake Island, Wake Atoll, during Exercise Gryphon Pacific 20-1, Nov. 15, 2019, over the Pacific Ocean. Launching from Guam, two MC-130J Commando II aircraft with Global Access Special Tactics teams onboard rapidly established and controlled landing zones capable of facilitating additional forces at both Wake Island and Kwajalein Atoll in the same night. These special operations missions demonstrate the 353rd SOG’s ability to deploy forces anytime, anyplace throughout the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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Exercise Gryphon Pacific 20-1

A 320th Special Tactics Squadron jumpmaster overlooks Wake Island, Wake Atoll, during Exercise Gryphon Pacific 20-1, Nov. 15, 2019, over the Pacific Ocean. A Global Access Special Tactics team from the 320th STS conducted a military freefall jump to seize, establish, and control Wake Island Airfield. The 320th Special Tactics Squadron employs Special Tactics Operators capable of conducting Global Access, Precision Strike, and Personnel Recovery Operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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Exercise Gryphon Pacific 20-1

Forward Air Refueling Point Airmen assigned to the 18th Wing, Kadena Air Base, Japan, perform refueling operations on Wake Island, Wake Atoll, during Exercise Gryphon Pacific 20-1, Nov. 15, 2019. The Airmen were attached to the 353rd Special Operations Squadron during the exercise. The purpose of Gryphon Pacific 20-1 was to employ lethal, agile, resilient forces throughout the United States Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. This was accomplished by conducting long-range expeditionary basing operations within a high threat environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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USFJ leaders visit Kadena AB, strengthen bilateral collaboration

Japan Marine Self-Defense Force Captain Tetsuro Sato and U.S. Army Lt. Col. Jason Kidder, both U.S. Forces Japan/J3 deputy directors of operations, tour the flightline with members of the 320th Special Tactics Squadron, 17th Special Operations Squadron, and 1st Special Operations Squadron during a semi-annual joint site visit at Kadena Air Base, Japan Oct. 19, 2016. Japanese and U.S. allies strengthen bilateral collaboration by familiarizing themselves with Kadena operational capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo story by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)
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Veteran's Day Observed at Kadena Air Base

Members of the 320th Special Tactics Squadron deliver the flag to the Veterans Day observation ceremony after completing a memorial run across Kadena Nov. 11. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Staff Sgt. Christopher Hummel)
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AFCMs for courage

Staff Sgt. Abraham Forehand stands next to Brig. Gen. Ken Wilsbach, 18th Wing commander, after receiving the Air Force Commendation Medal for an act of courage April 26. Sergeant Sanders and Staff Sgt. Aaron Sanders, from the 353rd Special Operations Group, both received medals for pulling a man pinned under an automobile after an off-base accident March 3. (U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Jarvie Wallace)
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AFCMs for heroism

Staff Sgt. Aaron Sanders shakes hands with Brig. Gen. Ken Wilsbach, 18th Wing commander, after receiving the Air Force Commendation Medal for an act of courage April 26. Sergeant Sanders and Staff Sgt. Abraham Forehand (right), from the 353rd Special Operations Group, both received medals for pulling a man pinned under an automobile after an off-base accident March 3. (U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Jarvie Wallace)
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