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C-130J Super Hercules flies strong during Northern Edge

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing prepare for takeoff in support of exercise Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2023. This exercise is an opportunity for the U.S. and its allies to exercise distributed operations in a professional and safe manner to increase proficiency, force durability and display a shared commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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USAF F-35As demonstrate endurance and reach during Northern Edge

(Left to Right) U.S. Air Force Capt. Abraham Go, Capt. Joshua Christen, Capt. Rachel Self and Maj. John Tyholm, 355th Fighter Squadron, pilots, pose for a photo during Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. The F-35 pilots completed the first direct flight from a home base in Alaska to the first island chain to participate in a tactical mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young)
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USAF F-35As demonstrate endurance and reach during Northern Edge

Three U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II’s assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, taxi for takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. The Lightning IIs completed a ten-hour direct flight from Alaska and joined allied forces in the air for a simulated combat training mission over the Indo-Pacific region in support of Northern Edge 23-2. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young)
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USAF F-35As demonstrate endurance and reach during Northern Edge

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, taxis on the flight line after a Northern Edge 23-2 training mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. NE 23-2 demonstrates the U.S. commitment to the region by building interoperability, multilateral cooperative arrangements with our allies and partners, advancing common interests and ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young)
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USAF F-35As demonstrate endurance and reach during Northern Edge

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, parks on the flight line after a Northern Edge 23-2 training mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. Operating out of Kadena, during NE 23-2, offers visiting forces the experience of operating in the physically vast and strategically complex environment of the Indo-Pacific, enabling greater readiness and interoperability with joint and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young)
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USAF F-35As demonstrate endurance and reach during Northern Edge

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Keyli Pillaro-Estrada, 355th Fighter Generation Squadron, crew chief, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, signals an F-35 pilot during Northern Edge 23-2 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 4, 2023. NE 23-2 provides a training ground for aircraft and personnel to practice, project and exercise agile combat employment capabilities to ensure long-lasting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young)
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Kadena walks for unity

U.S. Air Force members set off on a Unity Walk held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2023. The Unity Walk was attended by Kadena leadership at all levels, showing their support in bringing the community together and resolving racial divides and inequalities in our nation and Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena walks for unity

Chief Master Sgt. Brandon Wolfgang, 18th Wing command chief, delivers a speech to attendees of the Unity Walk held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2023. Wolfgang shared some details of his time in Security Forces and how Kadena commits itself to bringing the community together and resolving racial divides and inequalities in our nation and Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena walks for unity

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, 18th Wing commander, attends a Unity Walk held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 30, 2023. The event signified Kadena’s commitment to bringing the community together and resolving racial divides and inequalities in our nation and Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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Kadena walks for unity

A Unity Walk was held at Kadena Air Base, Japan, on June 30, 2023. The event sparked dialogues encompassing not just racial concerns, but also the struggles encountered by various marginalized groups. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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909 ARS conduct Hot pit refuel with the 35th LRS

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dakota Espinoza, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants Flight fuels distribution supervisor monitors a KC-135 Stratotanker hot-pit refuel on the Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2023. The aircraft flew from Kadena Air Base, Japan to codify KC-135 for hot pit refueling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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909 ARS conduct Hot pit refuel with the 35th LRS

Members of the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants flight conduct a hot pit refueling of a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to Kadena Air Base at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2023. Hot pit refuels allow aircraft to rapidly refuel with minimal time on the ground, maximizing their time in the air securing a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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909 ARS conduct Hot pit refuel with the 35th LRS

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alex Farwell, left, 909th Air Maintenance Unit flying crew chief conducts pre-flight checks alongside Maj. Casey Shotwell, center, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot and Capt. Max Kaslon at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2023. Pre-flight checks are an important part in ensuring an aircraft is fully capable for take-off. (U.S. Air Force photo by Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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909 ARS conduct Hot pit refuel with the 35th LRS

U.S Air Force Capt. Max Kaslon, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot conducts a pre-flight brief before departing for a flight to Misawa Air Base, Japan at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2023. The trip also provided an opportunity for Kalson to complete aircraft commander requirements. (Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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909 ARS conduct Hot pit refuel with the 35th LRS

A U.S. Air Force flight crew with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron go through a pre-flight checklist in preparation for a hot pit refuel at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2023. Hot pit refueling is an essential practice that utilizes speed, innovation and the expertise of fuels personnel to ensure aircraft remain in the air for longer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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909 ARS conduct Hot pit refuel with the 35th LRS

Members of the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Petroleum Oils, and Lubricants flight, conduct a hot pit refueling of a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to Kadena Air Base, Japan while 18th Wing 909th Air Refueling Squadron flight crew members monitor the procedure and relay fuel levels from the aircrew inside to the team on the ground at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2023. Hot pit refuels allow aircraft to rapidly refuel with minimal time on the ground, maximizing their time in the air securing a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Luis E. Rios Calderon)
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230329-F-QQ371-001

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Anne Tinsley, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance journeyman from Mount Sinai, New York was selected as the 18th Wing’s Airman of the Week at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Airman of the Week program is an opportunity for outstanding Airmen to be recognized by KAB leadership as well as showcase these young leaders to their peers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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230315-F-EM877-2071

A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron, left, and Airman 1st Class Gavin Tullier, 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, finalize preflight checks on an F-15C Eagle during a readiness exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 15, 2023. The 18th Wing is postured to respond to demanding scenarios, and continuously focuses on keeping forces ready for high-end missions through daily training and readiness exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sebastian Romawac)
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230203-F-EM877-1404

Senior Airman Kevin Arredondo, left, 44th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew member, and Staff Sgt. Bryor Mortiz, right, 44th AMU weapons crew chief, load ordnance onto an F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron during Shogun Showdown, a weapons load competition at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 3, 2023. The purpose of the event was to hold friendly competition amongst weapons load crews for several different airframes, showcase multi-capable Airmen in action and demonstrate the work that goes into generating a combat-ready aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sebastian Romawac)
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220830-F-PW483-1004

Staff Sgt. Brandon Mayer, left, and Senior Airman Matthew Wgeishofski, 18th Component Maintenance Squadron central repair facility technicians, examine the high pressure turbine shroud from a 25th Fighter Squadron A-10Thunderbolt II engine at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2022. The 18th CMS houses the only A-10 engine backshop in the Pacific Air Forces area of responsibility. Each year the Airmen service over a dozen of these engines from Osan Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessi Roth)
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