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31st RQS Airmen recieve award for saving a local

Mr. Keiichi Teruya, left, the Kadena Town Nirai Fire Dept. chief, awards U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Matthew Schlittler, right, 31st Rescue Squadron commander, a certificate of appreciation for his squadron’s efforts saving a locals life at the KTNFD, Japan, Dec. 1, 2022. The 31st RQS members spotted a man in the water and acted rapidly, saving the Japanese man's life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kyle Johnson)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

An HH-60 Pave Hawk from the 33rd Rescue Squadron shoots flares while conducting evasive maneuvers in a designated training area over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters and rescue of U.S. and allied military members, and civilian personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

33rd Rescue Squadron crew members hoist a pararescueman assigned to the 31st RS into a HH-60 Pave Hawk over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS conducts extensive training in various rescue scenarios to ensure they are ready to effectively respond to real-world contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

A member of the 31st Rescue Squadron waits to be rescued by a HH-60 Pave Hawk over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS provides Kadena with alternative ways to refuel, rescue and operate in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

The 33rd Rescue Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron perform water rescue operations over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS conducts extensive training in various rescue scenarios to ensure they are ready to effectively respond to real-world contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

The crew of an HH-60 Pave Hawk assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron fly over the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters and rescue of U.S. and allied military members, and civilian personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Cody Usher, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator looks out the window of an HH-60 Pave Hawk flying over Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS provides Kadena with alternative ways to refuel, rescue and operate in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk flies over Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS conducts extensive training in various rescue scenarios to ensure they are ready to effectively respond to real-world contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk flies over Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters and rescue of U.S. and allied military members, and civilian personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk hovers over a flight line in preparation for a large force exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS provides Kadena with alternative ways to refuel, rescue and operate in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawks prepare to take off for a large force exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 22, 2022. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters and rescue of U.S. and allied military members, and civilian personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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33 RQS conducts Large Force Exercise

U.S. Air Force Airman Nathan Waters, left, and Airman 1st Class Jose Barrera-Mattzer, right, crew chiefs assigned to the 33rd Helicopter Maintenance Unit stand by to launch an HH-60G Pave Hawk at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 22, 2022. 33rd HMU Airmen ensure the aircraft in their care are ready to fly at a moment’s notice so the 33rd Rescue Squadron can safely and effectively complete their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

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31st RQS sharpens search and rescue capabilities

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron exits a combat rubber raiding craft during an amphibious search and rescue training in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13, 2022. These training exercises are designed to posture RQS’s to respond quickly and effectively to a wide range of possible contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)

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31st RQS sharpens search and rescue capabilities

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare to enter the water and swim to an extraction point during an amphibious search and rescue training in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13, 2022. The training was conducted to enhance alternate insertion and extraction method capabilities, ensuring RQS personnel are ready to rapidly respond at a moment's notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Monte)

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31st RQS sharpens search and rescue capabilities

A combat rubber raiding craft is towed alongside the safe boat after the completion of a search and rescue exercise in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13, 2022. The training was conducted to enhance alternate insertion and extraction method capabilities, ensuring RQS personnel are ready to rapidly respond at a moment's notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Monte)

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31st RQS sharpens search and rescue capabilities

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron board an HH-60G Pave Hawk after completing an amphibious search and rescue training in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13, 2022. After reaching the extraction point, PJ’s were lifted from the water via hoist back into the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)

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31st RQS sharpens search and rescue capabilities

An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron hovers overhead during an amphibious search and rescue training in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13, 2022. For humanitarian operations, the Pave Hawk can perform a multitude of roles including civil search and rescue, medical evacuation and disaster response. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)

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31st RQS sharpens search and rescue capabilities

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare to be extracted by an HH-60G Pave Hawk during an amphibious search and rescue training in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13, 2022. PJ’s are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)

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31st RQS sharpens search and rescue capabilities

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron swims beside a combat rubber raiding craft during an amphibious search and rescue training in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13, 2022. PJ’s are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)

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31st RQS sharpens search and rescue capabilities

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron operate a combat rubber raiding craft during an amphibious search and rescue training in the Pacific Ocean, Sept. 13, 2022. PJ’s are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)

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