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Carrying on the torch

Satoru Tokuzato, Kadena Special Olympics athlete receives a silver medal in the ground golf event during the Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This year, the Kadena Special Olympics celebrates 17 years of partnership with Okinawan athletes and artists who help unite service members with the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Kadena Special Olympians receive accolades after medaling in the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Kadena Special Olympics is the largest community outreach event of the year in the Pacific Theater partnering nearly 1,000 volunteers with almost 900 special needs athletes competing in more than 50 events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Mio Yabiku, Kadena Special Olympics athlete, competes in the standing long jump event during the Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Thousands of spectators from Japan and the U.S. came out to support approximately 1300 athletes and artists participating in the 17th annual KSO games and art show. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Kadena Special Olympians forma a circle-of-friendship during the closing ceremony of the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Athletes are paired together with a “buddy” during events. Buddies are U.S. service members who volunteered to help and encourage special-needs athletes as they compete and participate in different events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Eisa dancers perform during the closing ceremony of the Kadena Special Olympics Nov. 5, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The KSO began in 2000 with approximately 400 athletes and 600 volunteers as an 18th Wing community goodwill initiative to strengthen U.S. - Okinawa relationships. After 17 years, the event has more than doubled in size and participation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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Carrying on the torch

Hiroyuki Urasaki, Kadena Special Olympics athlete, carries the torch symbolizing the end of this year’s Kadena Special Olymics Nov. 5, 2016 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This year marks the 17th anniversary of KSO, a sporting event dedicated to enriching the lives of American and Okinawan special needs individuals on the island. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Omari Bernard/Released)
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The spirit of competition

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Montiel and Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCants, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew members, fasten a panel on an F-15 Eagle Nov. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 44th AMU conducted weapons load training, a monthly evaluation performed to maintain readiness for real-world missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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The spirit of competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCants, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew chief, secures a ratchet strap during weapons load training Nov. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Once every month, load crews conduct weapons load training to maintain proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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The spirit of competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCants and Airman 1st Class Kalon Lobbins, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew members, prepare for weapons load training Nov. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. To maintain certification as load crew members, Airmen must go through monthly evaluations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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The spirit of competition

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kalon Lobbins, Staff Sgt. Nicholas McCants and Senior Airman Jacob Montiel, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew members, carry a training model AIM 9X Sidewinder missile Nov. 2, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The AIM 9X Sidewinder is an air-to-air, heat-seaking missile used by U.S. Air Force fighter aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Rivals against time

Airmen from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron congratulate 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew team members at the conclusion of the third quarter weapons load competition Oct. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The weapons load competition is a time-honored tradition between the 67th and 44th AMU, showcasing each unit’s ability to quickly prepare an F-15 Eagle for real-world contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Rivals against time

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Niquita Newton, 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load team chief, retrieves tools during the third quarter weapons load competition Oct. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Accuracy was of the utmost importance during the competition; if crew members drop any tools during the competition, points get deducted from their score. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Rivals against time

Airmen from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prepare for a quarterly weapons load competition Oct. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. To signal the start of the competition, an evaluator called the teams to attention and presented them with a time limit of 35 minutes to load missiles onto an F-15 Eagle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Rivals against time

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zahmann McAdory, 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load standardization crew member, tightens a bolt in preparation for loading a missile onto an F-15 Eagle during a quarterly weapons load competition Oct. 24, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The weapons load competition and friendly competition between 67th and 44th AMU encourages teamwork and camaraderie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)
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Valiant warriors

An F-15 Eagle from the 67th Fighter Squadron takes off from the flightline Sept. 9, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Kadena is the Keystone of the Pacific, with F-15s capable of supporting multiple missions and exercises throughout the Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Valiant warriors

Airman 1st Class Dennis Hatcher, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, prepares to guide an F-15 Eagle Sept. 9, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. F-15 Eagles departed from Kadena in support of Exercise Valiant Shield. Valiant Shield is a joint exercise between the U.S. armed forces which focuses on maintaining land, air, sea and cyberspace dominance in the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Valiant warriors

Airmen from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prepare an F-15 Eagle for launch Sept. 9, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th AMXS supports Exercise Valiant Shield with F-15s from the 67th Fighter Squadron. Kadena’s pilots work with pilots from other branches of the U.S. armed forces during the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Valiant warriors

1st Lt. James Chambers, 67th Fighter Squadron pilot, conducts pre-flight preparations Sept. 9, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 67th FS prepared more than 20 F-15s to support Exercise Valiant Shield in Guam. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)
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Mission ready fighters

Aircraft equipment sits ready for loading Aug. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron Aerospace Ground Equipment flight prepared over 70 pallets of aircraft supplies for Exercise Valiant Shield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Mission ready fighters

Senior Airman Enrique Leyva, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron Aerospace Ground Equipment production support specialist, nets a Trilectron generator Aug. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th EMS AGE flight prepared equipment for Exercise Valiant Shield. The equipment was estimated to be worth over five million dollars. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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