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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

U.S. Air Force Capt. Max Kaslon, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, conducts pre-flight checks at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. The KC-135 is the premier long-term aircraft that provides aerial refueling capabilities for the U.S. Air Force, effectively supporting peacetime operations and all levels of conflict in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Air Refueling: Power beyond the horizon

U.S. Air Force Capt. Max Kaslon, left, and Capt. Wil Andahazy, 909th Air Refueling squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilots, discuss mission requirements before takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. Aerial refueling allows aircraft to extend flight duration without needing to land to refuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Taylon Stokes, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation support operator, secures cargo following a Ground Transportation cargo movement at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept 25, 2025. Ground Transportation assists units deployed to Kadena by receiving, securing, and transporting cargo upon their arrival and departure from Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jarod Peyton, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation support operator, waits for deployed service members arriving at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept 26, 2025. Ground Transportation Airmen are responsible for providing transportation to deployed members upon their arrival, departure and throughout the duration of their time at Kadena. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christian Morales, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron deployment technician, communicates with fellow deployment technicians during a cargo inspection for a deployed unit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept 26, 2025. The team responsible for coordinating with Deployed Force Employment units on Kadena, known as Task Force Jumanji, is made up of multiple AFSCs working together to streamline the deployment process and ensure every unit sent to Kadena is well taken care of. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Zoe Cathey, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron inbound cargo technician, measures cargo for a deployed unit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept 26, 2025. Cargo technicians inspect every piece of in and outbound cargo assigned to deployed units to ensure proper measurements are taken and that the equipment is prepared for transport. (U.S. Air photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Marisa Wolverton, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron ground transportation support operator, guides a forklift while weighing cargo for a deployed unit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept 26, 2025. Upon arrival, cargo and equipment shipped by deployed units are unloaded by ground transportation Airmen, inspected and transported to the appropriate unit. When it’s time for deployed units to depart, ground transportation Airmen as well as cargo specialists inspect, weigh and prepare cargo for the trip home. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman 1st Class Zoe Cathey, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron inbound cargo technician, prepares to weigh cargo for a deployed unit at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept 26, 2025. Cargo technicians are responsible for preparing cargo for transportation, including inspecting and weighing cargo as well as providing recommended packing plans for air crews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Isaiah Mason, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation support operator, moves cargo using a forklift during a Ground Transportation cargo movement at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept 25, 2025. Units who deploy to Kadena rely on ground transportation Airmen to move cargo and troops across the installation, streamlining the reception and departure process as well as improving their mission readiness on Kadena. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Isaiah Mason, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron ground transportation support operator, loads cargo using a 10k standard forklift during a Ground Transportation cargo movement at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept 25, 2025. Ground Transportation is responsible for ensuring inbound and outbound units deployed to Kadena are able to transport their equipment and members across the base to meet mission readiness requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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18th LRS Deployment and Distribution Flight Keeps Kadena’s Mission Moving

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Barbara Wojtasinski, 18th Logistics Readiness personal property supervisor, left, and Senior Airman Kaleb Hubbard, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron passenger travel technician, check in deployed members preparing for departure from Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 30, 2025. DFE units are assisted by the 18th LRS throughout their time at Kadena Air Base, ensuring their deployments go as smoothly and possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Stephen Roop, 18th Maintenance Group quality assurance inspector, left, briefs Japan Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. Air Force personnel on safety procedures before conducting joint hot pit refueling at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Practicing agile combat employment, or ACE, with allies enhances overall mission readiness and supports security throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, takes off from Kadena Air Base following joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Joint training allows U.S. and Japanese forces to refine cooperation and strengthen their shared mission to ensure peace and stability throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilot prepares to take off in a F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, following joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Hot pit refueling strengthens agile combat employment, or ACE, capabilities for both U.S. and Japanese forces, boosting regional security throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, prepares for takeoff following joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Bilateral training events between U.S. and Japanese forces provide an opportunity for members to learn from one another and help strengthen regional defense and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members observe as a F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, is refueled during joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Joint exercises like this enhance interoperability and strengthen the bond between U.S. and Japanese forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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Refueled and Ready: U.S. and Japan enhance ACE capabilities at Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member refuels a F-15J Eagle assigned to 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, during joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct 15, 2025. Hot pit refueling allows aircraft to be refueled while engines are running, enabling faster turnaround times and improved mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Aeromedical Evacuation: Taking Critical Care To The Skies

U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Rony Castaneda-Zamora, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, prepares to offload patients and equipment following a training flight in support of BH 26-1, a base-wide operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. Aeromedical evacuation Airmen train to perform all aspects of their mission, from aircraft setup to in-flight medical care and post-flight recovery. T(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Aeromedical Evacuation: Taking Critical Care To The Skies

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Leshia Pledger, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron clinical management flight chief, left, secures an IV for U.S. Air Force Staff. Sgt. Elena Cordova, 18th AES aeromedical evacuation technician, during a training flight in support of BH 26-1, a base wide operational readiness exercise, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. Readiness training like this is essential to generating credible deterrence in an increasingly complex and highly demanding security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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BH 26-1: Aeromedical Evacuation: Taking Critical Care To The Skies

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Michael Shamp, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron senior enlisted leader, prepares an IV during a training flight in support of BH 26-1, a base-wide operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2025. Members of the 18th AES undergo extensive training to respond to various emergency medical scenarios, ensuring they are prepared to evacuate, treat and transport wounded military and civilian personnel at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Erin Currie)
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