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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

Airman 1st Class Ethan Parker, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepares for a refueling in support of Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) over the Pacific Ocean Jan 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’ commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Christopher Guzman, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, taxis on the runway before takeoff in support of Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The goal of PAC WEASEL is to enhance the defensive capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japanese allies. The 909th ARS refueled fighter jets during the exercise, supporting the U.S.’s commitment to defending a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Matthew Valenzuela, 909th Air Refueling Squadron pilot, finishes his preflight checks as he prepares to takeoff in support of Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The joint and bilateral exercise directly enhanced U.S. Forces Japan’s ability to detect, deter and potentially defend Japan from adversaries, while empowering service members to be innovative and diversify their approach to any given obstacle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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909th ARS refuels fighters in the PACIFIC WEASEL exercise

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Wing conduct preflight checks on a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron in preparation for Exercise PACIFIC WEASEL at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The joint and bilateral exercise directly enhanced U.S. Forces Japan’s ability to detect, deter and potentially defend Japan from adversaries, while empowering service members to be innovative and diversify their approach to any given obstacle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Southern Beach fuels Interoperability between U.S., JASDF forces

U.S. Air Force members of the 18th Wing discuss plans while a member of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force presents the mission expectations for the Southern Beach Exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2022. The planning for Southern Beach usually takes place with members from both the USAF and JASDF meeting in one room, but due to COVID-19, it took place virtually. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Southern Beach fuels Interoperability between U.S., JASDF forces

U.S. Air Force Capt. Graham Johnson, 44th Fighter Squadron chief of weapons and tactics, engages with members from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force as part of his role as tactical mentor during the Southern Beach Exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2022. Southern Beach is a bilateral exercise that allows members from JASDF and the 18th Wing to familiarize themselves with each other’s tactics, procedures and practices in order to defend Okinawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Southern Beach fuels Interoperability between U.S., JASDF forces

A U.S. Air Force captain attends a planning briefing as a member of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force goes over plans for the Southern Beach Exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2022. The planning for Southern Beach usually takes place with members from both the USAF and JASDF meeting in one room, but due to COVID-19 it took place virtually. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Exercise Southern Beach: 909th Fuels Interoperability

A U.S. Air Force E-3G Sentry falls back after receiving fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean during Exercise Southern Beach, Jan. 19, 2022. Bilateral training like Exercise Southern Beach is part of a continual effort to enhance interoperability between U.S. Forces and host nations, building a partnership that can effectively operate high-end missions in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Exercise Southern Beach: 909th Fuels Interoperability

A U.S. Air Force E-3G Sentry receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean during Exercise Southern Beach, Jan. 19, 2022. This iteration of Exercise Southern Beach marks the first time Japan Air Self-Defense Force intel officers have participated in the mission planning process and incorporated their E-2C Airborne Warning and Control System, which allows them to assist allies in the air who can provide aid to remote islands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Exercise Southern Beach: 909th Fuels Interoperability

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Samantha Grendahl, 909th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepares to refuel an approaching U.S. Air Force E-3G Sentry over the Pacific Ocean during Exercise Southern Beach, Jan. 19, 2022. Bilateral training like Exercise Southern Beach is part of a continual effort to enhance interoperability between U.S. Forces and host nations, building a partnership that can effectively operate high-end missions in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Exercise Southern Beach: 909th Fuels Interoperability

A U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle receives fuel from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean during Exercise Southern Beach, Jan. 19, 2022. This iteration of Exercise Southern Beach marks the first time Japan Air Self-Defense Force intel officers have participated in the mission planning process and incorporated their E-2C Airborne Warning and Control System, which allows them to assist allies in the air who can provide aid to remote islands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Exercise Southern Beach: 909th Fuels Interoperability

Aircrew members from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron conduct a pre-flight briefing in front of a U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker before departing in support of Exercise Southern Beach at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2022. Exercise Southern Beach is a locally organized bilateral training exercise that enhances interoperability with the opportunity for 18th Wing and Japan Air Self-Defense Force units to practice mission planning, flying and debriefing together. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anna Nolte)
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Exercise Southern Beach: 909th Fuels Interoperability

U.S. Air Force Airmen conduct a pre-flight brief before takeoff in support of Exercise Southern Beach at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 19, 2022. Exercise Southern Beach is a locally organized bilateral exercise that brings the 18th Wing and JASDF units together to practice mission planning, execution and debriefing with one another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Moses Taylor)
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Exercise Southern Beach: 909th Fuels Interoperability

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J receives fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker in support of Exercise Southern Beach over the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 19, 2022. This iteration marks the first time JASDF intel officers have joined mission planning, and their use of an E-2C Airborne Warning and Control System will assist their allies and partners in the air, providing aid to remote islands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Moses Taylor)
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Exercise Southern Beach: 909th Fuels Interoperability

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J prepares to receive fuel from a 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker in support of Exercise Southern Beach over the Pacific Ocean, Jan. 19, 2022. This was part of an organized bilateral exercise to enhance interoperability between U.S. Forces and the JASDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Moses Taylor)
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USFJ commander inspects newly arrived Kadena Block 40/45 equipped E-3 Sentries

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, left, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, coins Staff Sgt. Michael Reinoso, right, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron executive assistant, in front of an E-3G Sentry at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. Lt. Gen. Rupp flew with the 961st AACS to see the new Block 40/45 system, an updated user interface, being used by crew members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ commander inspects newly arrived Kadena Block 40/45 equipped E-3 Sentries

One of the 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron’s newest E-3G Sentries takes off at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, flew with the 961st AACS to see the new Block 40/45 system, a new user interface, and how it works in real time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ commander inspects newly arrived Kadena Block 40/45 equipped E-3 Sentries

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, left, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, coins Capt. Nicole Wise, right, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron executive officer, in front of an E-3G Sentry at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. Lt. Gen. Rupp flew with the 961st AACS to see the new Block 40/45 system, an updated user interface, being used by crew members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ commander inspects newly arrived Kadena Block 40/45 equipped E-3 Sentries

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Alexander Demma, left, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron commander, shows Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, right, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, the new Block 40/45 system, an updated user interface, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. The Block 40/45 increases the situational awareness of an E-3G Sentry crew, allowing an allied force to more efficiently identify and prioritize targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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USFJ commander inspects newly arrived Kadena Block 40/45 equipped E-3 Sentries

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Alexander Demma, left, 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron commander, shows Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, right, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, the new Block 40/45 system, an updated user interface, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2022. “I’m truly grateful to see this new capability, and the Airmen who use it, in person,” Rupp said. “This system is just one example of how we are constantly updating our capabilities to stay on the leading edge of technology in aviation.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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