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Minimal ground time, maximum refueling

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Trey Branch, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team chief, prepares a Versatile Integrating Partner Equipment Refueling kit for hot-pit refueling operations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2022. The VIPER kit is a universal system that can be outfitted with multiple adapters to refuel varying airframes, pushing the envelope of U.S. Air Force refueling capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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18th AES keeps skills sharp with airborne training

U.S. Air Force Maj. Amanda Peterson, center, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight nurse, smiles after performing medical care for the simulated pregnant patient, ensuring the safe delivery of the simulated baby during airborne training with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, May 10, 2022. Vital to the heartbeat of Kadena, the 18th AES’ mission is to provide support for medical operations in wartime, during contingencies, and for natural disaster relief operations that occur within the Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th AES keeps skills sharp with airborne training

An Airman from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron utilizes her medical reference materials to ensure procedures are met for the safety of the patient during airborne training with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, 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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18th AES keeps skills sharp with airborne training

Members of the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron provide care for a simulated pregnant patient during airborne training with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, May 10, 2022. Vital to the heartbeat of Kadena, the 18th AES’ mission is to provide support for medical operations in wartime, during contingencies, and for natural disaster relief operations that occur within the Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th AES keeps skills sharp with airborne training

Members of the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron conduct a scenario for identifying and treating a seizure patient in-flight during airborne training with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, 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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18th AES keeps skills sharp with airborne training

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Maya Guillen-Knox, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron operations flight chief, practices putting a life vest on a simulated military working dog, while U.S. Army Spc. Sydney Baker, Okinawa Veterinary Services animal care specialist, gives advice during airborne training with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, May 10, 2022. The training event focused on expanding the Canine Tactical Combat Casualty Care program for the Indo-Pacific, allowing both the veterinarians and the 18th AES personnel to gain a better perspective on how to treat military working dogs and provide them the best care possible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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18th AES keeps skills sharp with airborne training

U.S. Air Force Maj. Amanda Peterson, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight nurse, provides care for a simulated pregnant patient during airborne training with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, 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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18th AES keeps skills sharp with airborne training

Members of the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron load simulated patients onto a KC-135 Stratotanker during airborne training with the 909th Air Refueling Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 10, 2022. Vital to the heartbeat of Kadena, the 18th AES’ mission is to provide support for medical operations in wartime, during contingencies, and for natural disaster relief operations that occur within the Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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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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