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18 LRS Airmen set new standard for ADS asset protection

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Bryan Orozco, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron mission generation equipment vehicle maintenance journeyman, and U.S. Air Force Reserve Staff Sgt. Larry Green, 944th LRS vehicle maintenance journeyman, assigned to Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., prepare a Volvo PT-125 roller for an anti-corrosion undercoat application July 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The PT-125 is one out of a projected 257 ADR vehicles and assets to undergo the anti-corrosion project aiming to save the Air Force $2-3 million over 17 years, which will serve as the benchmark by which a new Air Force standard will be created. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft) (This image was enhanced using dodging and burning techniques)
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18 LRS Airmen set new standard for ADS asset protection

U.S. Air Force Reserve Staff Sergeants Larry Green and Amber Melgoza-Kulesza, both 944th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance journeymen, assigned to Luke Air Force Base, Ariz., apply linseed oil to trailer planks as part of an airfield damage repair anti-corrosion project, July 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The anti-corrosion project maximizes the life ADR equipment while saving the Air Force approximately $2-3 million with a $90,000 investment in anti-corrosion materials. Upon completion of Kadena’s ADR program, Air Force leaders plan to use it as a benchmark by which to set a new Air Force standard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft) (This image was enhanced using multiple filters and dodging and burning techniques)
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353rd SOMXS maintainers keep the MC-130J Commando II flying

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Shaun Smith and Staff Sgt. Jason Pitman, both 353rd Special Operations Maintenance Squadron MC-130J Commando II crew chiefs, observe in-flight refueling procedures over the Philippine Sea, April 2015. Smith and Pitman ensure around-the-clock readiness of MC-130J aircraft which can sortie at a moment's notice for support operations throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific theater. (courtesy photo)
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353rd SOMXS maintainers keep the MC-130J Commando II flying

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dylan Daguay, 353rd Special Operations Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental specialist, operates a nitrogen cart during a de-icing boot pressure testing June 13, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The pressure test ensured proper operation of de-icing components in the vertical stabilizer of an MC-130J Commando II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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353rd SOMXS maintainers keep the MC-130J Commando II flying

A U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II, assigned to the 17th Special Operations Squadron, undergoes a home station inspection June 13, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. When aircraft return from deployments and temporary duty stations, Airmen of the 353rd Special Operations Maintenance Squadron perform a complete inspection of all systems to ensure the aircraft's continued safe operation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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353rd SOMXS maintainers keep the MC-130J Commando II flying

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brandon Wills, 353rd Special Operations Maintenance Squadron electrical and environmental systems journeyman, distributes warning tags throughout an MC-130J Commando II during an aircraft inspection June 13, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Wills placed tags on equipment to prevent accidental activation of specific systems during the inspection phase. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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353rd SOMXS maintainers keep the MC-130J Commando II flying

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Shaun Smith and Airman 1st Class Michael Blocher, both 353rd Special Operations Maintenance Squadron MC-130J Commando II crew chiefs, check MC-130J propellers during a home station inspection June 13, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Upon return from an extended mission, the aircraft undergoes a rigorous inspection of all systems to ensure the safety of aircrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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Everyday Hero

Senior Airman Ja’Mesha Pratt, 18th Operations Support Squadron airfield systems technician, poses for a photo June 15, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pratt heroically saved the lives of two local Okinawans after witnessing them involved in a terrible accident. She pulled them from their overturned vehicle and applied Self-Air Buddy care until first-responders arrived. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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Team Kadena Highlight: Takashi Seragaki

Takashi Seragaki, 18th Force Support Squadron cook, prepares food for Airmen at the Marshall Dining Facility, June 3, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The facility serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, a la carte menus and midnight meals for Airmen to help them stay mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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Team Kadena Highlight: Takashi Seragaki

Takashi Seragaki, 18th Force Support Squadron cook, serves a meal to an Airman at the Marshall Dining Facility, June 3, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Seragaki said he feels satisfied when he sees customers enjoying the meals he worked hard to make. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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Team Kadena Highlight: Takashi Seragaki

Takashi Seragaki, 18th Force Support Squadron cook, cuts tomatoes during lunch at the Marshall Dining Facility, June 3, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Seragaki has felt welcomed by the Marshall DFAC team since his first day at work. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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Team Kadena Highlight: Takashi Seragaki

Takashi Seragaki, 18th Force Support Squadron cook, prepares lunch at the Marshall Dining Facility, June 3, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Seragaki said he became a cook because most of the people he knew were also cooks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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Team Kadena Highlight: Takashi Seragaki

Takashi Seragaki, 18th Force Support Squadron cook, stores lunch ingredients at the Marshall Dining Facility, June 3, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. During Seragaki's days off, he plays golf, goes fishing and practices guitar to prepare for his annual performance at the Bounenkai party (year-end party). (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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Team Kadena Highlight: Takashi Seragaki

Takashi Seragaki, 18th Force Support Squadron cook, works at the Marshall Dining Facility, June 3, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. As a cook, Seragaki has been working at the DFAC for more than 23 years to serve Airmen and help them stay mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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Services combat Hypoxia

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Robert Watkins, 320th Special Tactics Squadron pararescueman, uses a Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device (ROBD) in a dark environment June 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Hypoxia training can be utilized in both light and dark settings, to simulate a day-time or night-time scenario in which a parachutist might find themselves. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Services combat Hypoxia

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Charrissa Smith, 18th Aerospace Medicine Squadron aerospace physiology technician, verbally instructs Tech. Sgt. Robert Watkins, 320th Special Tactics Squadron pararescueman, as he uses a Reduced Oxygen Breathing Device (ROBD), June 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The ROBD simulates a high altitude environment, allowing both the participant and the instructor to look out for symptoms of hypoxia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Services combat Hypoxia

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ezekiel Duran, 18th Aerospace Medicine Squadron aerospace and operational physiologist, provides classroom instruction to parachutists June 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Students learned about the different effects low atmospheric pressure has on the body along with other human performance threats. They also learned the scientific and medical reasons behind these effects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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Services combat Hypoxia

A helmet and mask utilized by parachutists sits ready to use for training June 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Aerospace and Operational Physiology Team (AOPT) hosted a joint hypoxia training event. Part of AOPT’s mission to provide this training frequently and to different branches of service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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USAF, JSDF work together

U.S. Air Force NCOs from Kadena Air Base traveled to Gifu AB, Japan, to participate in 10 days of activities with the Japan Air Self Defense Force member during a bilateral exchange held May 17-26, 2016. The 10-day schedule was packed full of activities that proved just how important the culture of trust and respect between the USAF and JASDF is, as well as the warfighting integration and being ready to facilitate deterrence and assist each other in the area of responsibility as needed. (Courtesy photo)
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Kadena welcomes local Halloween visitors

Tyler Neal, a military spouse, gives candy to local Okinawan trick-or-treaters Oct. 31, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Kadena had the opportunity to participate in Halloween festivities with the local Okinawan community. Events like this help bolster the U.S. Japan relationship. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)
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