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210922-F-SI013-028

A pilot assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron and two maintainers from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron review an F-15C Eagle maintenance log during pre-flight checks prior to a night flying training mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2021. Kadena Airmen regularly train to maintain their capability to provide unrivaled air power in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command objectives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Raymond Geoffroy)
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210922-F-SI013-456

Maintainers from the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron perform final end-of-runway checks on an F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron as a multimedia specialist from the 18th Wing Public Affairs Office performs video documentation prior to a night flying training mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2021. Trust and teamwork between operations, maintenance and support Airmen are foundational to any successful flying mission; each professional brings specialized skills to ensure U.S. Indo-Pacific Command objectives are accomplished. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Raymond Geoffroy)
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210922-F-SI013-397

An F-15C assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron taxis to the end of the runway prior to a night flying training mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2021. Training missions like this ensure Kadena Airmen are prepared to operate day or night under any conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Raymond Geoffroy)
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210922-F-SI013-241

Airmen from 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prepare an F-15C Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron to launch prior to a night flying training mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2021. The routine training mission ensured Kadena’s continued readiness to deliver air superiority for the defense of Japan and regional stability across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Raymond Geoffroy)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Kadena

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, and Command Chief Master Sgt. Wendell Snider, USFJ senior enlisted leader, listens as supervisors list the accolades of Airmen and Team Kadena members receiving coins from Rupp at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2021. The U.S. – Japan Alliance is the cornerstone of peace, prosperity and freedom in the Indo-Pacific region, and Rupp’s visit included the opportunity to recognize members of Kadena for their part in upholding this alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Kadena

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, coins Staff Sgt. Joseph Catoggio, 18th Communications Squadron cyber transport supervisor, congratulating him on his accomplishments at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2021. The U.S. Air Force posture in Japan provides a ready and lethal capability that deters adversary aggression, protects the homeland, aids in Japan's defense and enhances regional peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Kadena

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, and his wife Charlotte Rupp, stand next to U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, 18th Wing commander, during a wellness symposium at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2021. During the symposium, members from various units across Kadena were able to share the successes, challenges and goals each of them have with the new USFJ and 5th AF commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Kadena

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, laughs with U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, 18th Wing commander, and two members of the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron Propulsion Flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2021. This was Rupp’s first visit to Kadena as the new USFJ and 5th AF commander, allowing him to express his appreciation for the service and commitment of the 18th Wing service members and civilians. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Kadena

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, meets with members of the 18th Component Maintenance Squadron Propulsion Flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2021. During his visit, Rupp emphasized the importance of maintaining alliances in order to enhance security and resources in the region, as well as the importance of resilience and understanding an individual’s purpose. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Kadena AB Veterinarians continue animal care

Katie Lambie, dependent, leaves the Kadena Air Base Okinawa Veterinary Activity with her two cats, Pepper and Matilda, after having them equipped with microchips, Aug. 25, 2021. The microchip injection comes preloaded in a sterile applicator and is injected under the loose skin between the shoulder blades. The process takes only a few seconds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rhett Isbell)
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Kadena AB Veterinarians continue animal care

U.S. Air Force contractor, helps weigh his dog, Penny, at the Okinawa Veterinary Activity on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2021. Penny was quarantined when she first arrived on the island to ensure she didn’t pass on any harmful or foreign diseases to the local dog population. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rhett Isbell)
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Kadena AB Veterinarians continue animal care

Katie Lambie, dependent, greets a dog at the Okinawa Veterinary Activity on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2021. On a limited, case by case basis, the vet clinic can support dental cleanings, emergency services or surgeries for pets, although, they always recommend clients have a relationship with an off-post facility in the event of an emergency, as many of the emergency cases cannot be supported due to other mission priorities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rhett Isbell)
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Kadena AB Veterinarians continue animal care

Karina Galang, left, Public Health Activity Japan, Okinawa Branch, animal health assistant, shows Katie Lambie, dependent, her cats are now equipped with microchips on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2021. The Okinawa Veterinary Activity is the primary source for any information regarding pet PCS and travel, vaccination and health of animals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rhett Isbell)
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Kadena AB Veterinarians continue animal care

Haylee Baker, left, Public Health Activity Japan, Okinawa Branch, animal health assistant, and Karina Galang, PHA-J, Okinawa Branch, Animal Health Assistant, insert a microchip under the skin of a feline patient on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2021. Chipping a pet is a good way to help keep them from being lost permanently if they manage to run away. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rhett Isbell)
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Kadena AB Veterinarians continue animal care

Haylee Baker, left, Public Health Activity Japan, Okinawa Branch, animal health assistant, and Karina Galang, PHA-J, Okinawa Branch, animal health assistant, insert a microchip under the skin of a feline patient on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2021. The vet clinic supports wellness exams, sick call appointments, general surgery, and specialty surgery procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rhett Isbell)
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Kadena AB Veterinarians continue animal care

Karina Galang, Public Health Activity Japan, Okinawa Branch, animal health assistant, goes over medical information with, Katie Lambie, dependent, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2021. The vet clinic supports wellness exams, sick call appointments, general surgery, and specialty surgery procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rhett Isbell)
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Kadena AB Veterinarians continue animal care

Katie Lambie, dependent, enters the Kadena Air Base Okinawa Veterinary Activity with her two cats, Pepper and Matilda, in preparation for their appointment Aug. 25, 2021. Lambie made an appointment to get microchip implants for her cats after witnessing someone else’s cat runaway. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rhett Isbell)
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Exercise Valiant Shield 2020

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. William Blevins, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron NCO in charge of generator maintenance, positions a mat of fiber reinforced polymer for an airfield damage repair compatible with agile combat employment proof of concept during Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. As VS20 comes to an end, the planning for VS22 begins with the incorporation of lessons learned from the past two weeks, so the military remains ready to defend the nation and its alliances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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Exercise Valiant Shield 2020

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Virgel Woodard, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice overlooks the results of a new airfield damage repair technique he partook in during Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. During the exercise, Airmen from the 18th CEG successfully executed the Air Force’s first operational test of modified fiber reinforced polymer matting as a solution for expedient, semi-permanent ADR. While VS is a training exercise held biennially in a real-world environment, the 2020 exercise was scaled down from previous years due to the global COVD-19 pandemic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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Exercise Valiant Shield 2020

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dylan Goodson, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems apprentice tightens an anchor bushing​ to secure the fiber​ reinforced polymer mat during Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. VS enables real-world proficiency in sustaining joint forces through detecting, locating, tracking, and engaging adversary units at sea, in the air, in space, on land and in cyberspace in response to a range of mission areas. The 18th CEG’s role was to test a modified fiber reinforced polymer matting and validate proof of concept as an airfield damage repair solution compatible with agile combat employment operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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