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U.S. and Japan sister flights team up for bilateral flight

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Maj. Nagamine, left, and U.S. Air Force Maj. Jesse Ruter, weapons systems officer assigned to the 18th Operations Group, prepare to take off in a F-15DJ Eagle assigned to the 204th Fighter Squadron, at Naha Air Base, Japan, Nov. 19, 2025. The mission supported ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral capability and maintain stability across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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U.S. and Japan sister flights team up for bilateral flight

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Maj. Nagamine, performs preflight checks on a F-15DJ Eagle assigned to the 204th Fighter Squadron, at Naha Air Base, Japan, Nov. 19, 2025. Pilots conduct these checks to ensure the aircraft is safe, functional, and ready for flight before taking off. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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U.S. and Japan sister flights team up for bilateral flight

U.S. Air Force Maj. Jesse Ruter, left, weapons systems officer assigned to the 18th Operations Group, speaks with Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilots during a preflight briefing at Naha Air Base, Japan, Nov. 19, 2025. The briefing gave both forces an opportunity to align tactics, procedures and aircrew equipment expectations before the joint operation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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U.S. and Japan sister flights team up for bilateral flight

U.S. Air Force Maj. Jesse Ruter, center, weapons systems officer assigned to the 18th Operations Group, dons flight gear with the help of Japan Air Self-Defense Force members ahead of a joint training mission with JASDF pilots at Naha Air Base, Japan, Nov. 19, 2025. The mission was an opportunity for both forces to compare tactics, procedures and aircrew equipment processes up close. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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U.S. and Japan sister flights team up for bilateral flight

U.S. Air Force Maj. Jesse Ruter, left, weapons systems officer assigned to the 18th Operations Group, dons flight gear with the help of Japan Air Self-Defense Force members ahead of a joint training mission with JASDF pilots at Naha Air Base, Japan, Nov. 19, 2025. The mission was an opportunity for both forces to compare tactics, procedures and aircrew equipment processes up close. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron, lands on taxiway lima during Project Lima Blazing Egress of Airfield Nonstandard, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 9, 2025. Project Lima showcased contingency capabilities of the MQ-9, strengthening Kadena’s competitive edge in defense of the United States and Japan’s interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron, flies over taxiway lima during Project Lima Blazing Egress of Airfield Nonstandard, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 9, 2025. MQ-9 contingency launch operations were conducted as a proof of concept to demonstrate capabilities should a runway on Kadena need to be shutdown, supporting the Pacific Air Force’s strategy to become more agile in execution, strategic in deterrence, and resilient in capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron, takes off from taxiway lima during Project Lima Blazing Egress of Airfield Nonstandard, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 9, 2025. Project Lima BEAN was an opportunity to practice contingency operations as well as strengthen the strategic flexibility and combat readiness of Kadena Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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A U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper assigned to the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron, takes off from taxiway lima during Project Lima Blazing Egress of Airfield Nonstandard, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 9, 2025. This project validates the MQ-9’s capability to take off and land from a nonstandard surface, ensuring mission continuity in contested or degraded environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

Community members participate in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. Families and community members gathered to honor fallen service members and support veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

Community members participate in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. Families and community members gathered to honor fallen service members and support veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

U.S. Air Force Colonel Robert Arnett, left, 18th Wing deputy commander, and Chief Master Sgt. William Cupp, 18th Wing command chief, participate in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. The parade honored the service and sacrifice of veterans while bringing military personnel, veterans and families together across Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

U.S Air Force members of the Kadena Honor Guard participate in the 2025 Veterans Day Parade at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. Families and community members gathered to honor fallen service members and support veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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Honoring our heroes: Kadena’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade

Participants prepare for the 2025 Veterans Day Parade at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2025. The parade honored the service and sacrifice of veterans while bringing military personnel, veterans and families together across Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)
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F-15Es Complete Historic Forward Operations from Diego Garcia

A U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle, assigned to the 336th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, prepares to land at Kadena AB, Japan, Aug. 4, 2025. The aircraft returned after a three-month deployment to U.S. Navy Support Facility Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory, marking the first sustained U.S. fighter presence on the island and a major step forward in advancing Agile Combat Employment throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Robert Dabbs)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

A 4th Fighter Generation Squadron patch displayer on a U.S Air Force Airman during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. The exercise simulated contingency operations such as forward power projection with the purpose of enhancing the 18th Wing’s emergency procedures, and more valuably, highlighted areas for improvement and expediting processes for short- or no-notice contingency responses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, perform maintenance on F-35A Lightning IIs during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. As the exercise progressed, tasks and workloads grew progressively more challenging, requiring the wing to project airpower while responding to a multitude of emergency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Jonathan Sifuentes)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, sit on the flight line during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26- 1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. Kadena serves as a critical element in deterring potential adversaries through its demonstrated strength and commitment to regional security. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Jonathan Sifuentes)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

Three F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, sit in preparation for post-flight inspections during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. Kadena serves as a critical element in deterring potential adversaries through its demonstrated strength and commitment to regional security. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Jonathan Sifuentes)
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4th EFGS Airmen conduct maintenance

F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, sit on the flight line during base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2025. The exercise simulated contingency operations such as forward power projection with the purpose of enhancing the 18th Wing’s emergency procedures, and more valuably, highlighted areas for improvement and expediting processes for short- or no- notice contingency responses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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