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Lightning strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Capt. Samuel Simmons, 336th Fighter Squadron weapons systems officer, performs a final inspection before take off at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug 11, 2023. Kadena Air Base is the hub of air-power in the Pacific, and home to the 18th Wing and a variety of associate units that form a world-class combat team ready to ensure peace and stability across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Lightning strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force pilots assigned to the 336th Fighter Squadron greet the crew chiefs responsible for keeping their fighter jets action-ready at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2023. Maintaining an F-15E Strike Eagle and keeping it action-ready requires a detailed inspection that is vital for the safety of both the pilot and the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Lightning strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force pilots walk toward a USAF F-15E Strike Eagle assigned to the 336th Fighter Squadron, Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina, on the Kadena Air Base, Japan, flightline, Aug. 11, 2023.These visiting aircraft will conduct missions to enhance operational readiness to defend Japan and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Lightning strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Gikas, 336th Fighter Squadron pilot, inspects his gear for damage or flaws before a flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug, 11, 2023. Pilots conduct preflight inspections on equipment and the aircraft itself to ensure everything is in good working order. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Edward Yankus)
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Lightning Strikes at Kadena

An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, departs Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2023. The F-35 is a fifth-generation fighter that combines advanced stealth with fighter speed and agility, fully fused sensor information, network-enabled operations and advanced sustainment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Lightning Strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kent Holt, 355th Fighter Squadron weapons load crew member, conducts pre-flight preparations on a F-35A Lightning II at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2023. Working together to enhance agility and coordination allows joint forces to provide rapid crisis response and assistance in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Lightning strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Capt. Rachel Self, 355th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron pilot, performs pre-flight preparations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2023. Kadena regularly hosts visiting joint, allied and partner forces to conduct missions to enhance our operational readiness to defend Japan and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Lightning strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Charles Remig, 355th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron pilot, performs pre-flight preparations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2023. Kadena regularly hosts visiting joint, allied and partner forces to conduct missions to enhance our operational readiness to defend Japan and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Lightning strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michael Mickus, 355th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron commander, discusses aerial operations with fellow 355th EFS pilots at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2023. Kadena AB is the Keystone of the Pacific; postured to deter, deny and defeat any threat to regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Lightning strikes at Kadena

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua Christen, left, 355th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron pilot, briefs aerial operations with fellow 355th EFS pilots at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2023. By operating out of Kadena Air Base, visiting forces build experiences needed to operate in the physically vast and strategically complex Indo-Pacific environment, enabling greater readiness and interoperability with joint and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes)
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Rescue triad spreads it's wings

A U.S. Air Force HH-60G Pavehawk assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron retrieves pararescuemen and patients from the water during open water rescue training off the shores of Okinawa, Japan, July 20, 2023. Working with HC-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 79th RQS from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, pararescuemen and rescue craft were deployed to rescue simulated patients and conduct medical treatment until extracted via HH-60G. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cedrique Oldaker)
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Rescue triad spreads it's wings

U.S. Air Force HC-130J Super Hercules loadmasters assigned to the 79th Rescue Squadron from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base drop rescue equipment off the ramp during open water rescue training off the shores of Okinawa, Japan, July 20, 2023. The squadron worked with Kadena’s 31st and 33rd RQS, conducting a realistic training scenario for crews to enhance their knowledge on rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cedrique Oldaker)
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Rescue triad spreads it's wings

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron jump from a HC-130J Super Hercules for water rescue training off the shores of Okinawa, Japan, July 20, 2023. Crews operating the HC-130J assigned to the 79th Rescue Squadron from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, HH-60G Pavehawks assigned to the 33rd RQS and Guardian Angels assigned to the 31st RQS conducted realistic open water rescue training, allowing the units a rare opportunity to work with all aspects of rescue forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cedrique Oldaker)
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Rescue triad spreads it's wings

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron check each other's equipment before jumping out of a HC-130J Super Hercules for water rescue training off the shores of Okinawa, Japan, July 20, 2023. HC-130J crews executed search operations to find multiple patients afloat, employ pararescuemen, rescue craft to secure patients and provide medical treatment while waiting for extraction via HH-60G Pavehawks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cedrique Oldaker)
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Rescue triad spreads it's wings

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare to jump from a HC-130J Super Hercules for water rescue training with 79th RQS from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and the 33rd RQS off the shore of Okinawa, Japan, July 20, 2023. With no HC-130J assigned to Kadena AB, this provided a rare opportunity for rescue forces to rehearse operations with all three legs of the rescue triad, the Guardian Angels, HH-60 Pavehawks and HC-130J Super Hercules. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cedrique Oldaker)
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Rescue triad spreads it's wings

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. William Archuleta, 31st Rescue Squadron flying crew chief, checks technical orders during preflight inspections at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 20, 2023. The 31st RQS conducted water rescue training with the 33rd RQS and the 79th RQS from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, allowing units to work alongside all aspects of rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cedrique Oldaker)
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Rescue triad spreads it's wings

U.S. Air Force aircrew flight equipment Airmen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron secure cargo inside a HC-130J Super Hercules before taking off at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 20, 2023. The 31st RQS conducted water rescue training with the 33rd RQS and the 79th RQS from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, allowing units to work alongside all aspects of rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cedrique Oldaker)
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Kadena hosts joint active shooter exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Alexa Petrone, left, 18th Security Force Squadron military working dog handler, and a U.S. Army Green Beret assigned to 1st Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), secure an area during a joint operation active shooter exercise on Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 20, 2023. Exercises like these allow joint forces to increase interoperability, lethality and readiness in the event of real-world emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes) (Photo has been edited for security purposes.)
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Kadena hosts joint active shooter exercise

U.S. Army Green Berets assigned to 1st Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), clear a storage room during a joint operation active shooter exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 20, 2023. The service members were evaluated on their ability to effectively protect themselves, communicate, handle weapons and perform under pressure as they moved through the building. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes) (Photo has been edited for security purposes.)
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Kadena hosts joint active shooter exercise

U.S. Army Green Berets assigned to 1st Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), clear a facility during a joint operation active shooter exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 20, 2023. Exercises like these allow joint forces to increase interoperability, lethality and readiness in the event of real-world emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan R. Sifuentes) (Photo has been edited for security purposes.)
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