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Exercise Noble Fusion 2022

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II from the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121 receives fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during Exercise Noble Fusion over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 4, 2022. Noble Fusion demonstrates that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, joint forces and allies in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for U.S., partner and allied forces. Naval Expeditionary forces conduct training in the Indo-Pacific throughout the year to maintain readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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Exercise Noble Fusion 2022

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Lawson, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepares to refuel an aircraft during Exercise Noble Fusion over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 4, 2022. Noble Fusion demonstrates that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, joint forces and allies in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for U.S., partner and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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Exercise Noble Fusion 2022

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Wing conduct preflight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron in preparation for Exercise Noble Fusion at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 4, 2022. Noble Fusion demonstrates that Navy and Marine Corps forward-deployed stand-in naval expeditionary forces can rapidly aggregate Marine Expeditionary Unit/Amphibious Ready Group teams at sea, along with a carrier strike group, joint forces and allies in order to conduct lethal sea-denial operations, seize key maritime terrain, guarantee freedom of movement, and create advantage for U.S., partner and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

A 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker crew finishes preflight inspections before taking off in support of Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets, supporting the U.S.’s commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

Four U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base fly alongside a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) over the Pacific Ocean Jan. 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’ commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

Three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base fly alongside a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL over the Pacific Ocean Jan. 21, 2022. The joint and bilateral exercise directly enhanced U.S. Forces Japan’s ability to detect, deter and potentially defend Japan from adversaries, while empowering service members to be innovative and diversify their approach to any given obstacle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base receives fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) over the Pacific Ocean Jan. 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’ commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base approaches a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker to receive fuel during Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) over the Pacific Ocean Jan. 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’ commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base waits to receive fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL over the Pacific Ocean Jan. 21, 2022. The joint and bilateral exercise directly enhanced U.S. Forces Japan’s ability to detect, deter and potentially defend Japan from adversaries, while empowering service members to be innovative and diversify their approach to any given obstacle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base take turns receiving fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) over the Pacific Ocean Jan. 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’s commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base approaches a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker to receive fuel during Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) over the Pacific Ocean Jan. 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’ commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Guzman, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, flies over the coast of Japan in support of Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL Jan. 21, 2022. The joint and bilateral exercise directly enhanced U.S. Forces Japan’s ability to detect, deter and potentially defend Japan from adversaries, while empowering service members to be innovative and diversify their approach to any given obstacle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

Airman 1st Class Ethan Parker, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepares for a refueling in support of Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) over the Pacific Ocean Jan 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’ commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Guzman, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, taxis on the runway before takeoff in support of Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’s commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Matthew Valenzuela, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, finishes his preflight checks as he prepares to takeoff in support of Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The joint and bilateral exercise directly enhanced U.S. Forces Japan’s ability to detect, deter and potentially defend Japan from adversaries, while empowering service members to be innovative and diversify their approach to any given obstacle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Wing conduct preflight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron in preparation for Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The joint and bilateral exercise directly enhanced U.S. Forces Japan’s ability to detect, deter and potentially defend Japan from adversaries, while empowering service members to be innovative and diversify their approach to any given obstacle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Southern Beach fuels Interoperability between U.S., JASDF forces

U.S. Air Force members of the 18th Wing discuss plans while a member of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force presents the mission expectations for the Southern Beach Exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2022. The planning for Southern Beach usually takes place with members from both the USAF and JASDF meeting in one room, but due to COVID-19, it took place virtually. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ commander inspects newly arrived Kadena Block 40/45 equipped E-3 Sentries

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, left, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, coins Staff Sgt. Michael Reinoso, right, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron executive assistant, in front of an E-3G Sentry at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. Lt. Gen. Rupp flew with the 961st AACS to see the new Block 40/45 system, an updated user interface, being used by crew members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ commander inspects newly arrived Kadena Block 40/45 equipped E-3 Sentries

One of the 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron’s newest E-3G Sentries takes off at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, flew with the 961st AACS to see the new Block 40/45 system, a new user interface, and how it works in real time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ commander inspects newly arrived Kadena Block 40/45 equipped E-3 Sentries

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, left, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, coins Capt. Nicole Wise, right, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron executive officer, in front of an E-3G Sentry at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. Lt. Gen. Rupp flew with the 961st AACS to see the new Block 40/45 system, an updated user interface, being used by crew members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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