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961st AMU maintains eyes in the sky

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Colleen Clay, 961st Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, inspects the wing of an E-3 Sentry at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2021. E-3 Sentries have a 360 degree radar view of the horizon and are responsible for airborne weather surveillance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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961st AMU maintains eyes in the sky

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Colleen Clay, 961st Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, walks the perimeter of an E-3 Sentry at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2021. Crew chiefs are responsible for the overall maintenance of their assigned aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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961st AMU maintains eyes in the sky

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 961st Aircraft Maintenance Unit inspect an E-3 Sentry at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2021. The 961st AMU maintains computer systems, replaces parts and ensures the E-3 Sentry is safe for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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U.S. Airmen from the 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron monitor indication friend or foe systems aboard an E-3 Sentry during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, out of Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 961st AACS was a critical piece of the exercise, which focused on defensive counter air capabilities and joint interoperability using agile combat employment concepts. ACE is the cornerstone of the wing’s operating concept. It enables forces to operate from locations with varying levels of capacity & support, ensuring multi-functional Airmen are postured in a position of advantage to generate combat power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner III

U.S. Airmen from the 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron provide tactical command and control to air units while aboard an E-3 Sentry during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, out of Kadena Air Base, Japan. WestPac Rumrunner represents an evolution of joint training in support of the National Defense Strategy. The NDS directs the armed forces to be more lethal, improve relationships with allies and partners and to encourage institutional reform. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner III

U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles takeoff from the runway and taxi along the flightline during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th Wing must be ready to cooperate with regional partners, ready to compete against peer adversaries, and ready to fight tonight should there be a need to do so. By continuously exercising, the 18th Wing is able to bolster lethality and combined interoperability with partners. Exercises focus on readiness of force and optimize international engagements to build partner capacity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner III

U.S Air Force Senior Airman Ryan Takacs, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, stands by before marshalling an F-15C Eagle during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pacific Air Forces is validating new ways to deploy and maneuver assets in order to operate in contested environments through exercises, engagements and operations like WestPac Rumrunner. The 18th Wing-led exercise represents an evolution in the capabilities of 18th Wing assets to work with joint partners to defend American allies and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 67th Fighter Squadron takes off during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner, July 31, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Team Kadena executed the second iteration of Rumrunner which is an 18th Wing-led exercise dedicated to implementing agile combat employment concepts to ensure readiness to protect and defend partners, allies and U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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200731-F-YJ424-1081

A C-130J Super Hercules assigned to Yokota Air Base, Japan, takes off during Exercise Westpac Rumrunner, July 31, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Team Kadena executed the second iteration of Rumrunner which is an 18th Wing-led exercise dedicated to implementing agile combat employment concepts to ensure readiness to protect and defend partners, allies and U.S. interests in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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Behind the scenes: 961st AACS teaches students their mission

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Wade Wamble, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron communications systems operator, teaches Ryukyu Middle School students about his job onboard an E-3 Sentry, Jan. 27, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 961st AACS is a combat-ready E-3 Sentry squadron providing airborne command and control, long-range surveillance, detection, and identification information for commanders in support of U.S. goals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Behind the scenes: 961st AACS teaches students their mission

Skylie Carreno, Ryukyu Middle School student, tries on an oxygen mask onboard an E-3 Sentry Jan. 27, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Ryukyu Middle School students were invited to the 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron Squad to learn about their mission on Kadena Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Behind the scenes: 961st AACS teaches students their mission

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jordan Aper, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System pilot, gives Ryukyu Middle School students a tour of an E-3 cockpit Jan. 27, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The E-3 Sentry has a rotating radar that has a range of more than 250 miles, providing early warning and detection for missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Behind the scenes: 961st AACS teaches students their mission

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kyle Anderson, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron commander, teaches Ryukyu Middle School students and chaperones about the E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System Jan. 27, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 961st’s AWACS provide command and control for the Pacific Theater, management of theater forces, and early warning of enemy actions during joint, allied, and coalition operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Behind the scenes: 961st AACS teaches students their mission

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Stephen Watkins, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron flight chief, answers questions for Ryukyu Middle School students during their tour of the 961st AACS, Jan. 27, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 961st AACS is composed of squadron aviation resource managers, intelligence officers, ground support, mission crew, flight deck and technicians. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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PAF marks milestone, integrates with U.S. Air Force AWACS crew

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Andrew Stokes, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron (AACS) air weapons officer, speaks with Philippine Air Force Maj. Frederick Facia, 581st Aircraft Control and Training Squadron commander, and other PAF air battle managers while onboard a 961st AACS E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) during exercise Balikatan 2015 over the Philippines April 23. This exercise marks the first time in history that PAF air battle managers have controlled other aircraft while onboard the AWACS. Since the exercise began, April 20, the 961st AACS has integrated 20 PAF weapons controllers during their missions in order to provide them with first-hand experience using the aircraft’s systems. The 961st AACS is stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)
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PAF marks milestone, integrates with U.S. Air Force AWACS crew

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Andrew Stokes, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron (AACS) air weapons officer, adjusts his display while working alongside Philippine Air Force weapons controllers while onboard a 961st AACS E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft during exercise Balikatan 2015 over the Philippines, April 23. This exercise marks the first time in history that PAF air battle managers have controlled other aircraft while onboard the AWACS. Since the exercise began, April 20, the 961st AACS has integrated 20 PAF weapons controllers during their missions in order to provide them with firsthand experience using the aircraft’s systems. The 961st AACS is stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)
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PAF marks milestone, integrates with U.S. Air Force AWACS crew

Philippine Air Force (PAF) Maj. Frederick Facia, left, 581st Aircraft Control and Training Squadron commander and air battle manager works alongside U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Andrew Stokes, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron air weapons officer, aboard a 961st AACS E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft during exercise Balikatan 2015 over the Philippines, April 23. This exercise marks the first time in history that PAF air battle managers have controlled other aircraft while onboard the AWACS. Since the exercise began, April 20, the 961st AACS has integrated 20 PAF weapons controllers during their missions in order to provide them with first-hand experience using the aircraft’s systems. The 961st AACS is stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)
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PAF marks milestone, integrates with U.S. Air Force AWACS crew

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Andrew Stokes, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron (AACS) air weapons officer, demonstrates weapons systems operations with Philippines Air Force weapons controllers while onboard a 961st AACS E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System aircraft during Exercise Balikatan 2015 over the Philippines, April 23. This exercise marks the first time in history that PAF air battle managers have controlled other aircraft while onboard the AWACS. Since the exercise began, April 20, the 961st AACS has integrated 20 PAF weapons controllers during their missions to provide them with first-hand experience using the aircraft’s systems. The 961st AACS is stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)
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PAF marks milestone, integrates with U.S. Air Force AWACS crew

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Roberto Abcede, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron senior surveillance technician (right), discusses procedures with Philippine Air Force 1st Lt. Aillen Balmonte, 581st Aircraft Control and Training Squadron air battle manager, while onboard a 961st AACS E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System during Exercise Balikatan 2015 over the Philippines April 23, 2015. This exercise marks the first time in history that PAF air battle managers have controlled other aircraft while onboard the AWACS. Since the exercise began April 20, the 961st AACS has integrated 20 PAF weapons controllers during their missions to provide them with first-hand experience using the aircraft’s systems. The 961st AACS is stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)
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PAF marks milestone, integrates with U.S. Air Force AWACS crew

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron and Aircraft Maintenance Unit discuss pre-flight information while Philippine Air Force (PAF) air battle managers board a 961st AACS E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) during exercise Balikatan 2015 on Clark Air Base, Philippines, April 23. This exercise marks the first time in history that PAF air battle managers have controlled other aircraft while onboard the AWACS. Since the exercise began, April 20, the 961st AACS has integrated 20 PAF weapons controllers during their missions to provide them with first-hand experience using the aircraft’s systems. The 961st AACS is stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)
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