18th Wing changes command
U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, left, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, Col. Nicholas Evans, middle, incoming 18th Wing commander, and Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, right, outgoing 18th Wing commander, stand at attention during the 18th Wing change of command ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 6, 2023. The 18th Wing mission is to deliver unmatched combat airpower and a forward-staging base to provide sovereign options that promote peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Its current fleet of aircraft represents a broad spectrum of combat capability and is now commanded by Col. Nicholas Evans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)