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44th FS flies with Navy VFA-27 and VFA-102

An Air Force F-15 Eagle and Navy F/A-18 Super Hornets fly in formation after a training sortie Feb. 16, 2017, over the Pacific Ocean. The joint training bolstered communications and interoperability between the two services, which both serve to enhance peace and security throughout the Indo-Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Team Kadena bids F-15 Eagle farewell as phased withdrawal begins

U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles assigned to the 44th and 67th Fighter Squadrons await clearance for their last take-off from Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. As a part of its modernization plan, the 18th Wing is retiring its aging fleet of F-15C/D Eagles that have been in service for more than four decades. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Team Kadena bids F-15 Eagle farewell as phased withdrawal begins

A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron taxis down the flightline in an F-15C Eagle for the final time at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. The departure of the first batch of retiring Eagles is a necessary step in ensuring Team Kadena remains postured to defend Japan and maintain regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Team Kadena bids F-15 Eagle farewell as phased withdrawal begins

A U.S. Air Force crew chief assigned to the 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit prepares to marshal an F-15C Eagle onto the taxiway at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. As a part of its modernization plan, the 18th Wing is retiring its aging fleet of F-15C/D Eagles that have been in service for more than four decades. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Team Kadena bids F-15 Eagle farewell as phased withdrawal begins

A U.S. Air Force crew chief assigned to the 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit salutes an F-15C Eagle pilot as he taxis onto the flightline at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. The 18th Wing bid farewell to several aircraft during the first part of the Eagles' phased withdrawal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Team Kadena bids F-15 Eagle farewell as phased withdrawal begins

A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron taxis down the flightline in an F-15C Eagle for the final time at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. The departure of the first batch of retiring Eagles is a necessary step in ensuring Team Kadena remains postured to defend Japan and maintain regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Team Kadena bids F-15 Eagle farewell as phased withdrawal begins

An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron taxis down the flightline for the final time at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. As a part of its modernization plan, the 18th Wing is retiring its aging fleet of F-15C/D Eagles that have been in service for more than four decades. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Team Kadena bids F-15 Eagle farewell as phased withdrawal begins

Airman 1st Class Zachary Warren, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, prepares an F-15C Eagle for departure at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. The 18th Wing bid farewell to several aircraft during the first part of the Eagles' phased withdrawal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Team Kadena bids F-15 Eagle farewell as phased withdrawal begins

An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron taxis down the flightline for the final time at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. As a part of its modernization plan, the 18th Wing is retiring its aging fleet of F-15C/D Eagles that have been in service for more than four decades. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Advanced fighters to deploy to Kadena through phased F-15 withdrawal

An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker to receive aerial refueling while flying in support of a bilateral exercise with the Japan Air Self Defense Force over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 15, 2022. Bilateral training builds trusting relationships among foreign and domestic forces and ensures the 18th Wing and host-nation allies are able to come together to effectively respond to demanding scenarios. Starting in November, the Department of Defense will commence a phased withdrawal of F-15 C/D aircraft forward-deployed to Kadena Air Base over the next two years. The U.S. will continue to maintain a steady-state presence at Kadena by deploying newer and more advanced aircraft to backfill the F-15s as they retire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Exercise Southern Beach strengthens bilateral partnerships

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jordan Barker, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, delivers fuel to a 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle during Exercise Southern Beach, over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 15, 2022. Bilateral training builds trusting relationships among foreign and domestic forces and ensures the 18th Wing and host-nation allies are able to come together to effectively respond to demanding scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Exercise Southern Beach strengthens bilateral partnerships

An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron departs after receiving aerial refueling while flying in support of Exercise Southern Beach over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 15, 2022. Exercise Southern Beach is part of a continual effort to enhance interoperability between U.S. Forces and host nations, building a partnership that can effectively operate high-end missions in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Exercise Southern Beach strengthens bilateral partnerships

An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker to receive aerial refueling while flying in support of Exercise Southern Beach over the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 15, 2022. Bilateral training builds trusting relationships among foreign and domestic forces and ensures the 18th Wing and host-nation allies are able to come together to effectively respond to demanding scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Exercise Southern Beach strengthens bilateral partnerships

U.S. Air Force Maj. Daniel Ha and Capt. Jessica Wallander, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, review the flight plan prior to a refueling mission in support of Exercise Southern Beach at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 15, 2022. Exercise Southern Beach is part of a continual effort to enhance interoperability between U.S. Forces and host nations, building a partnership that can effectively operate high-end missions in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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Fueling the fight over night

U.S. Air Force Capts. Kyle Weinell, left, and Trevor Gardener, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilots, conduct nighttime touch-and-go exercises at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2022. Low visibility touch-and-go exercises allow pilots to practice their take offs and landings, maximizing their proficiency as pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight over night

U.S. Air Force Capt. Trevor Gardener, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, flies over the island of Okinawa in preparation of touch-and-go exercises at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2022. Low visibility touch-and-go exercises allow pilots to practice their take offs and landings, maximizing their proficiency as pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight over night

The cockpit of a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker shines bright in the pitch black darkness of the night, during an aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. Nighttime aerial refueling is a vital ability for Kadena, allowing fighter jets to stay airborne longer and command the sky at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight over night

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle is refueled by a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a nighttime aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. Nighttime aerial refueling allows aircraft to accomplish their mission efficiently, eliminating the need to return to base for fuel and allowing aircraft to continue operating in all domains. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle waits to be refueled by a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a nighttime aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. During nighttime refueling, the boom operator and fighter pilot have to maintain clear and constant communication, ensuring operations are carried out safely and efficiently during low visibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle approaches a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker for an aerial refuel at night over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. Nighttime aerial refueling is a vital ability for Kadena, allowing fighter jets to stay airborne longer and command the sky at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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