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Midnight Emergency

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joseph Arriza is a special mission aviator instructor for the 33rd Rescue Squadron. He participated in the rescue of five Marines alongside other members of the 33rd RQS, 31st RQS, Japan Air Self-Defense Force and the Japan Coast Guard Dec. 13, 2016. The Marines, assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 36, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, had conducted a shallow water landing off the coast of Okinawa near Camp Schwab in an MV-22 Osprey. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Best of the best

U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Amrhein, 18th Wing vice commander, congratulates Senior Master Sgt. Collin Baulch, 18th Munitions Squadron production flight chief, for his selection to chief master sergeant Dec. 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Through exemplary leadership, the best senior noncommissioned officers progress to the rank of chief master sergeant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Best of the best

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Collin Baulch, 18th Munitions Squadron production flight chief, is congratulated by his son for his selection to chief master sergeant as his wife observes Dec. 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Many senior NCOs credit their families for helping them progress throughout their Air Force careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Barry Cornish, left, 18th Wing commander and Lt. Col. Richard Worcester, right, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron commander, tack on the rank of chief master sergeant to Senior Master Sgt. Harold Frithsen, 33rd Helicopter Maintenance Unit maintenance superintendent Dec. 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The rank of chief master sergeant is the highest rank possible for enlisted members in the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Barry Cornish, right, 18th Wing commander and Lt. Col. Pete Leija, left, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron commander, tack on the rank of chief master sergeant to Senior Master Sgt. Michale Varney, 18th EMS armament flight chief Dec. 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Tacking on rank is a time-honored tradition in the Air Force symbolizing promotion. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. John Payne, 18th Civil Engineer Group first sergeant, is congratulated by Chief Master Sgt. Michael Ditore, 18th Wing command chief, Dec. 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Leaders selected to the rank of chief master sergeant represent one percent of the enlisted force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Michael Knox, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron operations flight chief, is congratulated by Chief Master Sgt. Dustin Green, 18th Civil Engineer Group superintendent, Dec. 8, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Eight of Kadena’s senior master sergeants were selected for promotion to the rank of chief master sergeant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Renovating mission capability

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Daniel Davis, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, checks the evenness of a brick wall Dec. 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Using a level, structural apprentices ensure a wall will be built evenly and will be strong enough to have structural integrity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Renovating mission capability

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kaden Petersen, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, secures drywall Dec. 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Renovation projects guarantee structural integrity of buildings on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Renovating mission capability

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron renovate the interior of a building Dec. 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th CES structures shop ensures buildings are mission-capable at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Renovating mission capability

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Vigil, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, measures drywall Dec. 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Drywall serves a vital purpose of guaranteeing strong interior walls. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Renovating mission capability

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Daniel Davis and Michael Gutenberger, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentices, prepare mortar for brick-laying Dec. 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Back-up generators are a necessity for every building. Constructing brick walls protects them from the elements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Renovating mission capability

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jacob Vigil, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, measures a wall frame for drywall Dec. 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Checking for proper measurements for drywall ensures a strong interior wall. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Pacific Air Power

U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagles from the 67th Fighter Squadron wait to take off Dec. 6, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The F-15 Eagle's air superiority is achieved through a mixture of exceptional maneuverability and acceleration, range, weapons and avionics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Pacific Air Power

A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle from the 67th Fighter Squadron taxies on the runway Dec. 6, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The F-15 Eagle is an all-weather tactical fighter capable of maintaining air supremacy in any environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Pacific Air Power

A U.S. Air Force F-15 Eagle from the 44th Fighter Squadron takes off Dec. 6, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Routine training ensures optimum readiness for multiple contingencies. The F-15 Eagle can penetrate enemy defense and outperform and outfight any current enemy aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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A Few Good Legionnaires

Charles Schmidt, American Legion National Commander, presents Brig. Gen Barry Cornish, 18th Wing commander, with an American Legion pen Nov. 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The American Legion presents multiple gifts to service members as a show of appreciation for the contributions to national security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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A Few Good Legionnaires

Charles Schmidt, American Legion National Commander, listens to 18th Wing leadership Nov. 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. During Schmidt’s Western Pacific Tour, multiple bases throughout the Pacific were visited. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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A Few Good Legionnaires

Charles Schmidt, American Legion National Commander, speaks with Brig. Gen. Barry Cornish, 18th Wing commander, Nov. 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The American Legion is an organization focused on caring for veterans past and present. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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A Few Good Legionnaires

Charles Schmidt, American Legion National Commander, listens to 18th Wing leadership Nov. 28, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Schmidt visited Kadena during his Western Pacific Tour and informed wing leadership of the benefits the American Legion offers service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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