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Joint STARS Shine at Kadena Air Base

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dermayne Bullock (right), an E-8C joint surveillance target attack radar system crew chief with the 5th Expeditionary Airborne Command and Control Squadron, demonstrates proper aircraft lubrication for Airman 1st Class Zayne Day (left), a fuels systems technician also with the 5 EACCS, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 24, 2020. The Joint STARS is an advanced ground surveillance and battle management system on the E-8C aircraft that is pertinent to supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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Joint STARS Shine at Kadena Air Base

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dermayne Bullock (right), an E-8C joint surveillance target attack radar system crew chief with the 5th Expeditionary Airborne Command and Control Squadron, demonstrates proper aircraft lubrication for Airman 1st Class Zayne Day (left), a fuels systems technician also with the 5 EACCS, on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 24, 2020. The Joint STARS is an advanced ground surveillance and battle management system on the E-8C aircraft that is pertinent to supporting a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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Joint STARS Shine at Kadena Air Base

Staff Sgt. Dermayne Bullock, an E-8C joint surveillance target attack radar system crew chief with the 5th Expeditionary Airborne Command and Control Squadron, lubricates landing gear, Sept. 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Air National Guard and active duty members from Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, are on three-month rotations to work with the 5EACCS on KAB to promote total force integration and joint interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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Joint STARS Shine at Kadena Air Base

Staff Sgt. Dermayne Bullock, an E-8C joint surveillance target attack radar system crew chief with the 5th Expeditionary Airborne Command and Control Squadron, lubricates landing gear, Sept. 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Air National Guard and active duty members from Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, are on three-month rotations to work with the 5EACCS on KAB to promote total force integration and joint interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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Joint STARS Shine at Kadena Air Base

Staff Sgt. Dermayne Bullock, an E-8C joint surveillance target attack radar system crew chief with the 5th Expeditionary Airborne Command and Control Squadron, lubricates landing gear, Sept. 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Air National Guard and active duty members from Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, are on three-month rotations to work with the 5EACCS on KAB to promote total force integration and joint interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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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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Exercise Valiant Shield 2020

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Group operate heavy machinery to test an agile combat employment compatible airfield damage repair proof of concept during exercise Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. During the exercise, more than 11,000 Soldiers, Marines, Sailors and Airmen synchronized to train in a real-world environment to demonstrate their readiness to respond to any contingency at a moment’s notice. The 18th CEG played its role in successfully executing the Air Force’s first ADR with modified fiber reinforced polymer matting and channeled up lessons learned to Pacific Air Forces Civil Engineer Readiness to improve the Air Force’s multi-domain combat lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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Exercise Valiant Shield 2020

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Group move a mat of fiber reinforced polymer to act as a semi-permanent repair for airfield damage repair compatible with agile combat employment during Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. Lessons learned and feedback for improvements were channeled up to Pacific Air Forces Civil Engineer Readiness to improve the Air Force’s multi-domain combat lethality, securing our ability to implement the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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Exercise Valiant Shield 2020

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Group use a forklift to move modified fiber reinforced polymer matting for use as a solution for expedient airfield damage repair during exercise Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. VS20 is a biennial, U.S.-only, joint field training exercise. The primary focus of VS20 was to demonstrate the U.S. military’s commitment to preserving, securing, maintaining regional stability and remaining postured to respond when needed. (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 Marshall Barman, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuels maintenance journeyman, moves debris during the Air Force’s first operational test of modified fiber reinforced polymer matting as a solution for expedient, semi-permanent airfield damage repair compatible with agile combat employment as part of exercise Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. The 18th CEG plays an important part in supporting the Pacific Air Forces’ effort to operationalize concepts designed to become more agile in execution, more strategic in deterrence, and more resilient in capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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Exercise Valiant Shield 2020

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brian McDonald, 18th Civil ​Engineer Squadron​ water and fuels maintenance craftsman, operates a compact tract loader​ during​ exercise Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. This is the eighth exercise in the VS series since 2006. The exercise is held during even years, opposite the U.S. Air Force-led Northern Edge exercise series held during odd years. During VS20, The 18th CEG successfully executed the Air Force’s first operational test of modified fiber reinforced polymer matting for expedient airfield damage repair. (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 Michael McGuiness​, 18th Civil​ Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment apprentice​, drives​ a water truck over an airfield damage recovery site for dust control​ during exercise Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. During VS20, the 18th CEG successfully executed the Air Force’s first operational test of modified fiber reinforced polymer matting as a solution for expedient airfield damage repair. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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Exercise Valiant Shield 2020

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Group receive a pre-brief before participating in exercise Valiant Shield 2020 at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2020. VS20, the eighth iteration since 2006, allows the U.S. joint force to more fully develop joint all-domain operations concepts through exercises and safe experimentation for application in the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. Kadena Air Base’s role was to test a modified fiber reinforced polymer matting as an expedient airfield damage repair solution. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez)
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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

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 35th Fighter Wing, Misawa Air Base, Japan, prepares to be refueled by a KC-135 Stratotanker from Kadena Air Base, Japan, during the third iteration of Exercise WestPac Rumrunner, Oct. 16, 2020. WestPac Rumrunner enables units and assets currently stationed or on Temporary Duty in the Western Pacific area of responsibility to train together without the typical demands of a TDY. The exercise incorporated over 45 aircraft from across the services including the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marine Corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner

An F-15D Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron receives aerial refueling by a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron during the third iteration of Exercise WestPac Rumrunner, Oct. 16, 2020 from Kadena Air Base, Japan. The exercise provided opportunities to hone critical expeditionary skillsets and increase interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. Projecting combat air power has its own set of challenges and having the opportunity to practice that capability is crucial in enhancing the 18th Wing’s agile combat employment skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner

Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons fly beside a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, waiting to be refueled during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner, Oct. 16, 2020, out of Kadena Air Base, Japan. The National Defense Strategy directs the armed forces to be more lethal, enhance relationships with allies and partners, and encourage institutional reform. The 18th Wing is employing this directive by developing and continuing new training exercises like WestPac Rumrunner. This exercise represents an evolution in training to adapt to the environment of great power competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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Exercise WestPac Rumrunner

Capt. Eli Spring a KC-135 Stratotanker pilot from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, goes through a pre-flight check list in preparation for a refueling mission during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner, Oct. 16, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. PACAF 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 Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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