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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Wing and Government of Japan officials pose for a group photo in front of an F-15C Eagle during a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. During the exercise, Government of Japan officials and 18th CES furthered ways to coordinate between the U.S. military and local agencies, showcasing the 18th CES’ emergency response capabilities and developing stronger ties with the host nation's emergency response agencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Javanni Roman, right, 67th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, explains the capabilities of the F-15C Eagle to Government of Japan officials during a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. The exercise helped maintain close coordination between the U.S. military and local agencies regarding on-site procedures during an aircraft emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

Government of Japan officials and 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen inspect an F-15C Eagle static display during a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. During the exercise, Government of Japan officials and 18 CES furthered coordination efforts between the U.S. military and local agencies, showcasing the 18 CES’ emergency response capabilities and developing stronger ties with the host nation's emergency response agencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

U.S Air Force 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters simulate an aircraft emergency with an F-15C Eagle during a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. The exercise not only helped test the 18 CES’ response time, but also demonstrated their capabilities to Government of Japan officials and further coordination between the U.S. military and local agencies in the event of an off-base aircraft emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

U.S Air Force 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters simulate an aircraft emergency during a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. The exercise not only helped test the 18 CES’ response time, but also demonstrated their capabilities to Government of Japan officials and further coordination between the U.S. military and local agencies in the event of an off-base aircraft emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

U.S Air Force 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters simulate an aircraft emergency during a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. The exercise not only helped test the 18 CES’ response time, but also demonstrated their capabilities to Government of Japan officials and further coordination between the U.S. military and local agencies in the event of an off-base aircraft emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

Mr. Mitsuo Yamaguchi, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department lead instructor, briefs Government of Japan officials on how Kadena’s fire department responds to an aircraft emergency during the live demonstration portion of a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. The exercise not only helped test the 18 CES’ response time, but also demonstrated their capabilities to GoJ officials and further coordination between the U.S. military and local agencies in the event of an off-base aircraft emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jason Kawagutchi, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection crew chief, speaks on the fire response procedures in the event of an aircraft mishap during a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. The exercise helped maintain close coordination between the U.S. military and local agencies regarding on-site procedures during an aircraft emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kristofer Perry, right, 623rd Air Control Squadron weapons director, provides translations for the opening remarks during a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 27, 2025. The exercise helped maintain close coordination between the U.S. military and local agencies regarding on-site procedures during an aircraft emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Bilateral Exercise Enhances U.S.–Japan Emergency Response Coordination

U.S. Air Force Brig Gen John Gallemore, center, 18th Wing commander, and Mr. Teruhiko Moriwaki, Okinawa Crisis Management director, attend a bilateral tabletop exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, concerning aircraft mishaps, Aug. 27, 2025. The exercise helped maintain close coordination between the U.S. military and local agencies regarding on-site procedures during an aircraft emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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USAF, JASDF F-15 Eagles secure Pacific

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Marshall Haynes, left, and U.S. Air Force Airman Eren Benton, 909th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chiefs, perform preflight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2022. The KC-135 delivers global aerial refueling capability to support joint and coalition aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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USAF, JASDF F-15 Eagles secure Pacific

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 67th Fighter Squadron receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 14, 2022. The KC-135 delivers global aerial refueling capability to support joint and coalition aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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USAF, JASDF F-15 Eagles secure Pacific

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 18th Wing prepare for a KC-135 Stratotanker mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 14, 2022. Kadena Air Base's strategic position makes it a vital staging location for forces to deter regional adversaries and project U.S. airpower throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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USAF, JASDF F-15 Eagles secure Pacific

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 67th Fighter Squadron departs from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 14, 2022. Shared security and stability depends on strong, capable networks of Alliances and partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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USAF, JASDF F-15 Eagles secure Pacific

U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Sanchez, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, flies a KC-135 Stratotanker during aerial refueling operations over the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 14, 2022. The KC-135 delivers global aerial refueling capability to support joint and coalition aircraft throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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USAF, JASDF F-15 Eagles secure Pacific

U.S. Air Force Col. Ron Schochenmaier, 18th Wing vice commander, flies a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean, Dec. 14, 2022. The U.S.-Japan Alliance is the cornerstone of peace and security in the Indo-Pacific allowing for the forward basing of the most advanced military capabilities. U.S. commitment to regional deterrence and the defense of Japan is ironclad. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Yosselin Campos)
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U.S. Air Force crew chiefs assigned to the 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit conduct pre-flight checks prior to an F-15C Eagle launch at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 5, 2022. Kadena’s maintenance Airmen work around the clock to ensure the 18th Wing’s assets are mission-ready at all times. (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

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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