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18th AES keeps skills sharp with airborne training

An 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron patch is displayed on the uniform of a flight nurse during airborne training with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 10, 2022. 18th AES personnel undergo extensive training to respond to various emergency medical scenarios, ensuring they are prepared to evacuate, treat and transport wounded military and civilian personnel at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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909th ARS fuels Kadena’s Eagles

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron receives fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean, May 10, 2022. Aerial refueling allows aircraft to fly longer and accomplish the mission more efficiently, eliminating the need to return to base for fuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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909th ARS fuels Kadena’s Eagles

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron flies over the Pacific Ocean after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, May 10, 2022. The 909th ARS plays a crucial role in promoting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, providing aerial refueling so Kadena can deliver airpower any time, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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909th ARS fuels Kadena’s Eagles

U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron fly next to a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron after being refueled over the Pacific Ocean, May 10, 2022. Aerial refueling allows aircraft to fly longer and accomplish the mission more efficiently, eliminating the need to return to base for fuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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909th ARS fuels Kadena’s Eagles

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron for aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, May 10, 2022. One of the few enlisted crew positions who fly an aerodynamic surface, boom operators receive extensive training and are experts in flying the specialized boom to refuel multiple types of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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909th ARS fuels Kadena’s Eagles

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Tiffanie Ellerbe, 909th Air Refueling Squadron instructor boom operator, teaches aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, May 10, 2022. One of the few enlisted crew positions who fly an aerodynamic surface, boom operators receive extensive training and are experts in flying the specialized boom to refuel multiple types of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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909th ARS fuels Kadena’s Eagles

An 18th Wing patch is displayed on the uniform of a pilot during an aerial refueling mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 10, 2022. The 909th ARS plays a crucial role in promoting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, providing aerial refueling so Kadena can deliver airpower any time, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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909th ARS fuels Kadena’s Eagles

U.S. Air Force Maj. Erik Cadorette, 909th Air Refueling Squadron instructor evaluator, runs through the preflight checklist before takeoff at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 10, 2022. Aerial refueling allows aircraft to fly longer and accomplish the mission more efficiently, eliminating the need to return to base for fuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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909th ARS fuels Kadena’s Eagles

Aircrew from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron load equipment into a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker to prepare for an aerial refueling mission at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 10, 2022. The 909th ARS plays a crucial role in promoting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, providing aerial refueling so Kadena can deliver airpower any time, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Fueling the fight over night

U.S. Air Force Capts. Kyle Weinell, left, and Trevor Gardener, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilots, conduct nighttime touch-and-go exercises at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2022. Low visibility touch-and-go exercises allow pilots to practice their take offs and landings, maximizing their proficiency as pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight over night

U.S. Air Force Capt. Trevor Gardener, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, flies over the island of Okinawa in preparation of touch-and-go exercises at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2022. Low visibility touch-and-go exercises allow pilots to practice their take offs and landings, maximizing their proficiency as pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight over night

The cockpit of a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker shines bright in the pitch black darkness of the night, during an aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. Nighttime aerial refueling is a vital ability for Kadena, allowing fighter jets to stay airborne longer and command the sky at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight over night

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle is refueled by a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a nighttime aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. Nighttime aerial refueling allows aircraft to accomplish their mission efficiently, eliminating the need to return to base for fuel and allowing aircraft to continue operating in all domains. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle waits to be refueled by a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a nighttime aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. During nighttime refueling, the boom operator and fighter pilot have to maintain clear and constant communication, ensuring operations are carried out safely and efficiently during low visibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle approaches a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker for an aerial refuel at night over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. Nighttime aerial refueling is a vital ability for Kadena, allowing fighter jets to stay airborne longer and command the sky at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle is refueled by a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a nighttime aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. Nighttime aerial refueling allows aircraft to accomplish the mission efficiently, eliminating the need to return to base for fuel and allowing aircraft to operate in the cover of darkness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

Senior Airman Bryan Clement, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels a 44th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. During nighttime refueling, the boom operator and fighter pilot have to maintain clear and constant communication, ensuring operations are carried out safely and efficiently during low visibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

Senior Airman Bryan Clement, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, documents flight statistics during nighttime aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. The flight crew annotate the amount of fuel they offload, the altitude that aerial refueling is performed and any communications with foreign actors they have during the flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

U.S. Air Force Capts. Kyle Weinell, left, and Trevor Gardener, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilots, fly a KC-135 before nighttime aerial refueling over the Pacific Ocean, April 14, 2022. Nighttime aerial refueling is a vital ability of Kadena, allowing fighter jets to stay airborne longer and continuously command the skies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Fueling the fight overnight

Senior Airman Bryan Clement, right, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, watches as U.S. Air Force Capt. Trevor Gardener, left, 909th ARS pilot, and his co-pilot finish their preflight checks at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 14, 2022. During preflight checks, the 909th ARS flight crew have different responsibilities to take care of; making preflight checks and takeoff a team effort. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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