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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II’s assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron sit on the flight line following rainfall at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. The 33rd RQS sustains a ready force capable of executing personnel recovery missions across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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Night operations sustain rescue readiness at Kadena

U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II’s assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron sit on the flight line following rainfall at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2026. The squadron maintains readiness to deploy and recover isolated personnel in support of U.S. and allied operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)
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Readiness starts with mental wellness

U.S. Air Force Capt. Justina Or, 18th Medical Group clinical psychologist , poses for a portrait at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. The Mental Health Clinic provides behavioral health services focused on prevention, early intervention, and treatment to help service members and families remain resilient, ready and mission-focused. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gracelyn Hess)
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Readiness starts with mental wellness

Ashley Delavega, 18th Medical Group civilian provider, poses for a portrait at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. The clinic emphasizes early connection to care, recognizing that timely support can improve resilience, recovery and day-to-day functioning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gracelyn Hess)
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Readiness starts with mental wellness

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 18th Medical Group pose for a group photo in front of the Mental Health, ADAPT, and Family Advocacy Clinics at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. Mental health professionals at the 18th MDG provide behavioral health services focused on prevention, early intervention and treatment to strengthen resilience and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gracelyn Hess)
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Readiness starts with mental wellness

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Susan Kicker, left, 18th Medical Group alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment noncommissioned officer, and Airman 1st Class Jet Minchey, 18th MDG mental health technician, discuss ADAPT services at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. . The ADAPT program provides education, prevention and treatment services to reduce substance misuse and support force readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gracelyn Hess)
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Readiness starts with mental wellness

U.S. Air Force Capt. Sheila Loftin, 18th Medical Group licensed clinical social worker, poses for a portrait at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. Through programs such as alcohol and drug abuse prevention and treatment, group therapy, and the Family Advocacy Program, the clinic provides a range of services tailored to the needs of service members and families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gracelyn Hess)
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Venomous threats meet prepared forces

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Tiahna Salahuddin, Medicine Readiness and Training Command preventative medicine technician, handles a Taiwanese beauty snake during a specialized snake handling course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. The species, introduced to Okinawa in the 1970s, is now commonly found in central parts of the island. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Venomous threats meet prepared forces

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Emerald Domaoal, center, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron pest management personnel, distributes informational pamphlets to service members during a specialized snake handling course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. The 18th CES Pest Management team partnered with the U.S. Marine Corps 3rd Medical Battalion to integrate snake handling into a joint service preventative medicine exercise. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Venomous threats meet prepared forces

U.S. service members review informational materials during a specialized snake handling course, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. Okinawa is home to 22 species of snakes, eight of which are venomous, increasing the importance of hazard awareness training. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Venomous threats meet prepared forces

U.S. service members listen to instruction during a specialized snake handling course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. The 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Pest Management team partnered with the U.S. Marine Corps 3rd Medical Battalion to integrate snake handling into a joint service preventative medicine exercise. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Venomous threats meet prepared forces

An Akamata snake is handled during a specialized snake training course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. The nonvenomous snake is native to Okinawa and is known to prey on venomous species such as the habu. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Venomous threats meet prepared forces

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Trenton Brown, 18th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron public health technician, handles an Akamata snake during a specialized snake handling course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. The training enhances hazard awareness and operational readiness in environments with native wildlife threats. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Venomous threats meet prepared forces

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Emerald Domaoal, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron pest management personnel, demonstrates proper snake handling techniques during a specialized snake handling course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. The course allowed service members more hands-on experience with local snakes, improving response capability and reducing risk of injury in the field. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Venomous threats meet prepared forces

A Taiwan habu is displayed during a specialized snake handling course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2026. The venomous species poses a significant environmental hazard in parts of Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Arresting system certification reinforce Kadena’s combat readiness

A U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon assigned to the 119th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, engages a barrier cable during an aircraft arresting system certification at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. The certifications tested the stability and effectiveness of the BAK-12, which acts as a braking mechanism to stop the aircraft in the event of an emergency. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Arresting system certification reinforce Kadena’s combat readiness

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Daniel Padgett, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power production journeyman, inspects a BAK-12 aircraft arresting system during a certification at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. The BAK-12 is a mechanical barrier designed to rapidly decelerate aircraft in the event of a braking failure during landing. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Arresting system certification reinforce Kadena’s combat readiness

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Luke Yates, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron driver operator, coordinates a rewind operation after an aircraft arresting system certification at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. During engagement with the aircraft, the kit’s barrier tape unwinds from the reel, creating a rotational force that builds hydraulic pressure, slowing the aircraft to a stop. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Arresting system certification reinforce Kadena’s combat readiness

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Zachary Kosloske, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power production apprentice, reattaches barrier tape to a tire following an aircraft arresting system certification at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. The BAK-12 aircraft arresting system is a mechanical barrier that can rapidly decelerate a tail-hook equipped aircraft in the event of a braking failure during landing. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Arresting system certification reinforce Kadena’s combat readiness

U.S. Air Force Airmen and master labor contractors assigned to the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron reattach a tire to the barrier tape after an aircraft arresting system certification at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 7, 2026. During engagement with the aircraft, the kit’s barrier tape unwinds from the reel, creating a rotational force that builds hydraulic pressure, slowing the aircraft to a stop. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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