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44 AMU's F-15 surge to the sky

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron on Kadena Air Base, Japan, takes to the sky during a training surge, Jan. 15, 2015. A surge is a scheduled event where a unit generates a higher number of sorties than usual. The surge allows the unit to get ahead of flying goals and tests their maximum production capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)
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115th FW F-16s arrive at Kadena

Members from the Wisconsin Air National Guard 115th Fighter Wing, Truax Field Air National Guard Base, Wisconsin, secure an F-16 Fighting Falcon on the flightline of Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2015. The guardsmen deployed to Kadena in support of a theater security package. These deployments underscore U.S. commitment to the Asia-Pacific rebalance and bolster U.S. military capabilities in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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115th FW F-16s arrive at Kadena

An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the Wisconsin Air National Guard 115th Fighter Wing, Truax Field Air National Guard Base, Wisconsin, touches down on the flightline of Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2015. Members of the 115th FW deployed to Kadena in support of a theater security package. TSP deployments provide the Pacific Region with forces capable of a variety of operations, including disaster relief, global situational awareness, combating piracy, active defense and power projection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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67th FS conducts training surge

Four U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles from the 67th Fighter Squadron sit on the flightline between sorties during a training surge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015. The purpose of training surges is to increase the number of flying hours each day during a set period of time with the goal of increasing power proficiency and ensuring combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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67th FS conducts training surge

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle from the 67th Fighter Squadron takes off for the third time in one day during a training surge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015. Surges increase the number of training flights each day during a set time period in order to increase power proficiency and ensure combat readiness. Each focuses on a different aspect of combat readiness and this surge's focus was basic fighter maneuvers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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67th FS conducts training surge

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit service a 67th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle during a training surge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015. Surges increase the number of training flights each day during a set time period in order to increase power proficiency and ensure combat readiness. Each surge focuses on a different aspect of combat readiness. This training is designed to focus on basic fighter maneuvers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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67th FS conducts training surge

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Casey Dominguez, 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons flight load crew member, prepares an F-15C Eagle to participate in a training surge on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 8, 2015. The purpose of a training surge is to increase the number of flying hours each day during a set period of time with the goal of increasing power proficiency and ensuring combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zade C. Vadnais)
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909th ARS extends Kadena's reach

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron refuels a U.S. Air Force RC-135W Rivet Joint reconnaissance aircraft from the 82nd Intelligence Squadron near Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 24, 2014. The 909th ARS is an essential component to the mid-air refueling of a multitude of aircraft ranging from fighter jets to cargo planes from different services and nations in the region. The 909th ARS and 82nd IS are stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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909th ARS extends Kadena's reach

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Charlton Hampton, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels a U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle from Kadena Air Base, Japan, from a KC-135 Stratotanker near Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 23, 2014. Mid-air refueling gives the Air Force the ability to extend the range of its aircraft and is integral to the global reach of its military power and humanitarian relief in the event of a crisis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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909th ARS extends Kadena's reach

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron refuels an F-15C Eagle near Okinawa, Japan, Dec. 23, 2014. The 909th ARS is an essential component to the mid-air refueling of a multitude of aircraft ranging from fighter jets to cargo planes from different services and nations in the region. The 909th ARS is stationed at Kadena Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman)
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17th Special Operations Squadron begins upgrade to MC-130J

Members of Team Kadena check out the new MC-130J Commando II on the flightline of Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 21, 2014. The MC-130J is part of Air Force Special Operations Command’s fleet-wide C-130 recapitalization which began four years ago with the retirement of the MC-130E. The MC-130J will accomplish the same missions as its predecessors, such as specialized airdrop, infiltration and exfiltration, and helicopter/tilt-rotor aerial refueling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexy Saltekoff)
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17th Special Operations Squadron begins upgrade to MC-130J

Airmen from the 353d Special Operations Maintenance Squadron discuss the new MC-130J Commando II as it taxis on the flightline of Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 21, 2014. The MC-130J is part of Air Force Special Operations Command’s fleet-wide C-130 recapitalization which began four years ago with the retirement of the MC-130E. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexy Saltekoff)
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17th Special Operations Squadron begins upgrade to MC-130J

An MC-130J Commando II taxis on the flightline of Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 21, 2014. The MC-130J will replace the MC-130P Combat Shadow aircraft assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Group’s 17th Special Operations Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexy Saltekoff)
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17th Special Operations Squadron begins upgrade to MC-130J

An MC-130J Commando II extends its landing gear above the flightline on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 21, 2014. The MC-130J will replace the MC-130P Combat Shadow aircraft assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Group’s 17th Special Operations Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Alexy Saltekoff)
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Keen Sword 2015

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 525th Aircraft Maintenance Unit stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, check the flight line for foreign object debris during Keen Sword 2015 on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2014. Keen Sword is a regularly scheduled exercise which strengthens Japan-U.S. military interoperability and meets mutual defense objectives. Japan-U.S. military operations and exercises increase readiness to respond to varied crisis situations in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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Keen Sword 2015

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 525th Fighter Squadron stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, lands on the Kadena Air Base, Japan, runway during Keen Sword 2015 Nov. 14, 2014. Keen Sword is a regularly scheduled exercise which strengthens Japan-U.S. military interoperability and meets mutual defense objectives. Japan-U.S. military operations and exercises increase readiness to respond to varied crisis situations in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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Keen Sword 2015

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor from the 525th Fighter Squadron stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, lands on the Kadena Air Base, Japan, runway during Keen Sword 2015 Nov. 14, 2014. The F-22 implements a combination of stealth, supercruise, high maneuverability and integrated avionics in order to project air dominance rapidly and at great distances in order to maintain to defeat threats and protect the U.S. and host nation allies in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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Keen Sword 2015

Two U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptors from the 525th Fighter Squadron stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, taxi on the Kadena Air Base, Japan, flight line before takeoff Nov. 14, 2014. The Raptors, which are temporarily operating out of Kadena, are participating in Keen Sword 2015, a joint bilateral field training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel. Keen Sword is designed to increase combat readiness and interoperability between the JSDF and U.S. forces and will be conducted at multiple venues in the Japan area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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Keen Sword 2015

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nick Chachor, 525th Fighter Squadron weapons officer and F-22 Raptor pilot, prepares for takeoff during Keen Sword 2015 on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2014. The fundamental role of U.S. forces in Japan is to deter aggression and maintain peace and security in the region, and is an essential component of the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman/Released)
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F-15 Eagles reach 35 years of service at Kadena

Three F-15 Eagles assigned to the 1st Tactical Fighter Wing, Langely Air Force Base, Va., taxi onto the flightline following their landing. Eighteen F-15 aircraft will touch down on Kadena's flightline Saturday and will officially become part of the 18th Tactical Fighter Wing. The arrival of the aircraft here follows several years of planning and coordinating by members of the 18th TFW and major commands. Kadeanans are invited to join the special ceremonies celebrating the aircraft's arrival. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. M.J. Creen)
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