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18th LRS delivers under pressure

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Zak, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron petroleum, oils, and lubricants section lead, dons chemical protection gear in preparation to perform liquid oxygen tank maintenance in support of operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. Rapid response capabilities are essential to generating credible deterrence in an increasingly complex and highly demanding security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jamal J. Berry II)
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18th LRS delivers under pressure

Seven liquid oxygen tanks sit postured to be checked and distributed to air maintenance units in support of base-wide operational readiness exercise BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. Liquid oxygen ensures that pilots and air crews are provided with safe breathing oxygen when conducting training and real-world missions at high altitude. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jamal J. Berry II)
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BH 26-1: 18th CES EOD clear the way

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cody Fain, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordinance disposal team member, places C-4 on simulated unexploded ordnance during a mass mechanical clearance exercise in support of BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. The exercise focused on rapidly removing submunitions from the runway to return the airfield to full operational capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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BH 26-1: 18th CES EOD clear the way

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cody Fain, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordinance disposal team member, prepares to place C-4 on simulated unexploded ordnance during a mass mechanical clearance exercise in support of BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. The training focused on rapidly removing submunitions from the runway to return the airfield to full operational capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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BH 26-1: 18th CES EOD clear the way

U.S. Air Force explosive ordnance disposal Airmen assigned to the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron conduct a mass mechanical clearance training exercise in support of BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. The exercise enhanced Kadena’s ability to sustain air operations and project power across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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BH 26-1: 18th CES EOD clear the way

A Mass mechanical clearance vehicle operated by 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen clears simulated unexploded submunitions during a mass mechanical clearance exercise in support of BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. The training prepared Airmen to respond rapidly and safely to restore mission capability after an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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BH 26-1: 18th CES EOD clear the way

Mass mechanical clearance vehicles operated by 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen clear simulated unexploded submunitions during a mass mechanical clearance exercise in support of BH 26-1 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. The vehicle’s reinforced blade protects the operator while displacing or detonating hazards to restore airfield operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Nathaniel Jackson)
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Japan’s Southwestern Air Defense Force commander visits Kadena

From left to right, U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. William Cupp, 18th Wing command chief, and Brig. Gen. John Gallemore, 18th Wing commander, greet Southwestern Air Defense Force Lt. Gen. Takayuki Terasaki, right, SWADF commander, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 15, 2025. Terasaki visited Kadena for a tour of the base, to view take offs and landings of JASDF aircraft, and to discuss bilateral training with base leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Japan’s Southwestern Air Defense Force commander visits Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, lands on the flightline for 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 Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Japan’s Southwestern Air Defense Force commander visits Kadena

From left to right, Southwestern Air Defense Force Lt. Gen. Takayuki Terasaki, left, SWADF commander, speaks with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. William Cupp, 18th Wing command chief, and Brig. Gen. John Gallemore, 18th Wing commander, on the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 15, 2025. Terasaki's visit underscores the enduring partnership between U.S. and Japanese forces in maintaining a secure and free Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Japan’s Southwestern Air Defense Force commander visits Kadena

Southwestern Air Defense Force Lt. Gen. Takayuki Terasaki, SWADF commander, U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. John Gallemore, 18th Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. William Cupp, 18th Wing command chief, observes a Japan Air Self-Defense Force aircraft at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 15, 2025. Terasaki’s visit to Kadena reflects the shared commitment between the U.S. and Japan in operational readiness and projecting airpower across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Japan’s Southwestern Air Defense Force commander visits Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, taxis from its parking spot following joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 15, 2025. The U.S.-Japan alliance is built on shared interests, values and a commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Japan’s Southwestern Air Defense Force commander visits Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, takes off following joint hot pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 15, 2025. The U.S.-Japan alliance is built on shared interests, values and a commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Japan’s Southwestern Air Defense Force commander visits Kadena

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, takes off 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 Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Right Place, Right Time: Airman’s Courage Shines Outside Kadena

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Brad Cambra, left, 18th Wing commandant of the Erwin Professional Military Education Center and Senior Master Sgt. Winsome Culley, WSA senior development advisor, pose for a photo at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2025. Culley embodied the Air Force core values, integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do, when he stopped to assist at a scene of a vehicle accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Right Place, Right Time: Airman’s Courage Shines Outside Kadena

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Winsome Culley, 18th Wing Erwin Professional Military Education Center senior development advisor, works at his desk at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2025. Culley and his team design and facilitate leadership seminars and coaching programs to support the total force at Kadena. His compassion in taking care of his people also extended to anyone in need of help, which is exemplified when he stopped to assist at a scene of a vehicle accident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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Right Place, Right Time: Airman’s Courage Shines Outside Kadena

Local police and witnesses observe the overturned vehicle on the road by gate 3 outside of Kadena Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2025. After helping the driver out of the vehicle, U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Winsome Culley, 18th Wing Erwin Professional Military Education Center senior development advisor, stayed with the Okinawan resident to ensure he was doing ok and offering comfort until the fire department arrived on scene. (Courtesy Photo)
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BH 26-1: PDF line operations exercise rapid deployment readiness

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Maria Corona, 718th Force Support Squadron section chief of career development, works on a laptop as part of the personnel deployment function line during a routine 18th Wing operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. The PDF line consists of several different agencies, such as finance and legal, to help streamline the process and ensure Airmen are correctly out-processed for deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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BH 26-1: PDF line operations exercise rapid deployment readiness

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Erica Phinney-Mattingly, 718th Force Support Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of relocations, briefs Airmen on the personnel deployment function line during a routine 18th Wing operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. Readiness exercises give Airmen the opportunity to operate in simulated combat conditions and make further improvements to the PDF line processes by promoting efficiency and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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BH 26-1: PDF line operations exercise rapid deployment readiness

U.S. Air Force Airmen listen to the brief before processing through the personnel deployment function line during a routine 18th Wing operational readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 4, 2025. The BH 26-1 exercise ensures Kadena maintains its ability to rapidly deploy forces and support operations across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Amy Kelley)
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