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Joint training: safe at sea

31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen conduct hoist operations aboard the Landing Craft Utility, Fort McHenry, Nov. 10, 2021. Pararescue teams assault and secure the rescue objective area utilizing any available DoD or allied air, land, or sea asset. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Joint training: safe at sea

31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen conduct hoist operations aboard the Landing Craft Utility, Fort McHenry, Nov. 10, 2021. All pararescuemen are qualified experts in advanced weapons, small unit tactics, military free-fall, combat divers, and battlefield trauma. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Joint training: safe at sea

31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen conduct hoist operations aboard the Landing Craft Utility, Fort McHenry, Nov. 10, 2021. This training consisted of a simulated patient needing to be exfiltrated aboard a vessel at sea, testing the aircraft pilot’s and ship captain’s ability to communicate effectively in order to conduct the rescue operation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Joint training: safe at sea

31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen conduct hoist operations aboard the Landing Craft Utility, Fort McHenry, Nov. 10, 2021. The pararescue mission is to rescue, recover, and return American or allied forces in times of danger or extreme duress. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Joint training: safe at sea

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Keon Miller, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, communicates with a 33rd RQS HH-60G Pavehawk helicopter while aboard the Landing Craft Utility, Fort McHenry, Nov. 10, 2021. SMAs cover everything from pre-flight inspection of aircraft systems to the placement and delivery of all cargo on board. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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Joint training: safe at sea

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Keon Miller, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, communicates with aircraft while aboard the Landing Craft Utility, Fort McHenry, Nov. 10, 2021. U.S. Air Force SMAs provide many roles including acting as a loadmaster, aerial gunner, radio operator, sensor operator, and combat systems officer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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WestPac Rumrunner

An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron performs helicopter air-to-air refueling with an MC-130J Commando II from the 17th Special Operations Squadron above the Pacific Ocean during Exercise Westpac Rumrunner Jan. 10, 2020. Westpac Rumrunner represents an evolution of 18th Wing assets and capability to work with joint partners in defense of American allies and to ensure a free and open Indo‐Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)
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Rescue Airmen: Low density, high demand

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andre Butler, 33rd Rescue Squadron crew chief, checks the tail of an HH-60 Pave Hawk Sept. 19, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The HH-60 Pave Hawk has a hoist capable of lifting up to 600 pounds during personnel recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rhett Isbell)
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Rescue Airmen: Low density, high demand

(Left) U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Howard Cowell, 33rd Rescue Squadron crew chief, finishes performing preflight safety checks as Lt. Col. Gabriel Brown, 33rd RQS commander, walks out to an HH-60 Pave Hawk before a flight Sept. 19, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The HH-60 Pave Hawkhas a hoist capable of lifting up to 600 pounds during personnel recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rhett Isbell)
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Rescue Airmen: Low density, high demand

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andre Butler, 33rd Rescue Squadron crew chief, walks back to his squadron after completing preflight inspections of an HH-60 Pave Hawk Sept. 19, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The HH-60 Pave Hawk has a hoist capable of lifting up to 600 pounds during personnel recovery missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rhett Isbell)
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Rescue Airmen: Low density, high demand

A U.S. Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk crew prepare to land Sept.18, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 33rd Rescue Squadron at Kadena AB employs the HH-60 Pave Hawk in personnel recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rhett Isbell)
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Rescue Airmen: Low density, high demand

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Keon Miller, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator instructor, scans for aerial threats Sept. 18, 2019, over Okinawa, Japan. The 33rd RQS maintains a constant state of readiness and trains regularly to ensure mission success when called into action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rhett Isbell)
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Rescue Airmen: Low density, high demand

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Keon Miller, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator instructor, performs preflight inspections Sept. 18, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 33rd RQS specializes in rescuing personnel from hostile or austere situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rhett Isbell)
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Rescue Airmen: Low density, high demand

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk crew prepare for a flight Sept. 18, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 33rd RQS specializes in rescuing personnel from hostile or austere situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rhett Isbell)
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Rescue Airmen: Low density, high demand

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jordan Barbitta, 33rd Rescue Squadron copilot, performs preflight safety inspection Sept. 18, 2019, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 33rd RQS specializes in rescuing personnel from hostile or austere situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rhett Isbell)
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2017 Rescue Fest

Members of the 31st Rescue Squadron perform a demonstration of life-saving techniques during Rescue Fest, Nov. 18, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Rescue Fest gave the public a look at the training and possible scenarios the 31st RQS members may respond to. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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2017 Rescue Fest

A young girl watches as an HH-60G Pave Hawk performs aerial maneuvers during the 2017 Rescue Fest, Nov. 18, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Rescue Fest is an annual event the 31st and 33rd Rescue Squadrons use as an opportunity to demonstrate their capabilities to the base community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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2017 Rescue Fest

Airmen walk away from an HH-60G Pave Hawk after an exercise at the 2017 Rescue Fest, Nov. 18, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Rescue Fest hosts an indoor rock wall, numerous weapons and equipment displays and live-action rescue simulations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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2017 Rescue Fest

A member of the 31st Rescue Squadron provides rides to attendees of the 2017 Rescue Fest, Nov. 18, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airmen demonstrate rescue capabilities of the 31st and 33rd Rescue Squadrons during Rescue Fest, an annual event held to educate members and their families on rescue tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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2017 Rescue Fest

A member of the 31st Rescue Squadron performs a fast-rope exercise from an HH-60G Pave Hawk during the 2017 Rescue Fest, Nov. 18, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Members of Kadena and their families came out to watch demonstrations and learn from the 31st RQS Airmen about their mission and the training they do. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Quay Drawdy)
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