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18 AES medical training

U.S. Air Force Capt. Melissa Cadorette, a medical crew director from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, places electrodes on a mannequin-simulated patient to set up an electrocardiogram, or an EKG, in a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, from Kadena Air Base, Japan, flying over the Japanese Sea, May 5, 2021. The 18th AES and 909th ARS are able to respond to medical emergencies in various regions at a moment’s notice. The ability of the 18th AES to mobilize quickly and provide critical in-flight care greatly increases the chances of survival for victims of illness or injury. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rebeckah Medeiros)
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18 AES medical training

U.S. Air Force Maj. Kati Joen, left, a mission clinical coordinator from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Amanda Scanlon, right, a flight nurse, discuss the plan to load mannequin-simulated patients in a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 5, 2021. The primary mission of the 18th AES is to support medical operations in wartimes, during various contingencies and during natural disaster relief operations. The 18th AES along with the 909th ARS maintain a 24-hour alert for emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rebeckah Medeiros)
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18 AES medical training

U.S. service members from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron prepare for a medical training flight on a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 5, 2021. The 18th AES trains routinely for a variety of medical scenarios to be ready at a moment’s notice. Preparation is one of the key steps in ensuring the success of a mission. The week of May 12, is recognized as National Nurses and Medical Technicians Week, when the contributions of nurses and technicians are honored. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rebeckah Medeiros)
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18 AES medical training

Senior Airman Frank Schaefer, a charge medical technician from the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, sets up a post to lay mannequin-simulated patients during transport in a KC-135 Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 5, 2021. The 18th AES is able to provide in-flight care to patients aboard the KC-135 Stratotanker. The KC-135 Stratotanker is able to transport injured patients to more advanced medical facilities in various regions of the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rebeckah Medeiros)
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SERE specialist teaches Water Survival Training

Tech. Sgt. Kenji Scouton, NCO in charge of survival, evasion, resistance and escape operations from the 18th Operational Support Squadron, cleans up after a fighter pilot finishes escaping a parachute canopy during water survival training at the Kadena Marina, March 31, 2021. The SERE specialists prepare and maintain equipment for their various refresher courses. Part of cleaning up after WST is rinsing the salt water off all of the gear in order to preserve equipment and combat rust. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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SERE specialist teaches Water Survival Training

Tech. Sgt. Kenji Scouton, NCO in charge of survival, evasion, resistance and escape operations from the 18th Operational Support Squadron, watches as a fighter pilot tries to get out of the water during water survival training at the Kadena Marina, March 31, 2021. Wearing safety equipment such as helmets and life jackets immerse pilots in a realistic situation and maintain their safety throughout the exercise. The SERE specialists guide pilots on the proper usage of gear, such as life preserver units which are in their everyday harnesses but remain inactive unless submerged in water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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SERE specialist teaches Water Survival Training

A U.S. Air Force fighter pilot tries to get out from under his parachute during water survival training at the Kadena Marina, March 31, 2021. The survival, evasion, resistance and escape specialist teaches the pilot to punch up on the canopy to make an air pocket, and from there to find and follow any radial seam, until they get to the end of the parachute. They’re also told not to kick their legs while under the canopy, to avoid getting tangled up underneath the parachute.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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SERE specialist teaches Water Survival Training

Tech. Sgt. Kenji Scouton, NCO in charge of survival, evasion, resistance and escape operations from the 18th Operational Support Squadron, watches as a fighter pilot tries to escape from under his parachute canopy during water survival training at the Kadena Marina, March 31, 2021. The SERE specialist ensures the situation is realistic, yet safe. Being caught under a parachute in water is dangerous and can result in drowning, making the refresher course essential to maintaining the safety of pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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SERE specialist teaches Water Survival Training

A U.S. Air Force fighter pilot jumps into the water during water survival training at the Kadena Marina, March 31, 2021. The refresher course helps pilots practice previously learned survival training skills, ensuring their safety no matter what situation they find themselves in. Fighter pilots are required to take this survival, evasion, resistance and escape taught course annually. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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SERE specialist teaches Water Survival Training

Tech. Sgt. Kenji Scouton, NCO in charge of survival, evasion, resistance and escape operations from the 18th Operational Support Squadron, watches as a U.S. Air Force fighter pilot puts on a parachute harness in preparation for a parachute drag simulation during a water survival training course at the Kadena Marina, March 31, 2021. This part of the WST course is specialized for fighter pilots, their ejection seats and parachutes. This exercise simulates the potential event of being pulled down or around in the water by their parachute, teaching pilots to properly disconnect from their parachute while in the water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)
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Service members and veterans pose for a photo after the Holocaust Remembrance Week ruck march at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2019. The purpose of the ruck march was to bring people together with a fitness activity and educate them about the holocaust and why people should work together to prevent such an event from happening again. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
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190502-F-GX249-0004

Participants hike around the Banyan Tree Golf Course during the Holocaust Remembrance Week Ruck March at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2019. The purpose of the ruck march was to bring people together with a fitness activity and educate them about the holocaust and why people should work together to prevent such an event from happening again. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
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190502-F-GX249-0003

Participants hike around the Banyan Tree Golf Course during the Holocaust Remembrance Week Ruck March at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2019. The purpose of the ruck march was to bring people together with a fitness activity and educate them about the holocaust and why people should work together to prevent such an event from happening again. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
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190502-F-GX249-0001

William McEvoy, Chief Historian assigned to the 18th Wing, center, speaks to service members and veterans during the Holocaust Remembrance Week Ruck March at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2019. The purpose of the ruck march was to bring people together with a fitness activity and educate them about the holocaust and why people should work together to prevent such an event from happening again. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
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190502-F-GX249-0002

Participants hike around the Banyan Tree Golf Course during the Holocaust Remembrance Week Ruck March at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2019. The purpose of the ruck march was to bring people together with a fitness activity and educate them about the holocaust and why people should work together to prevent such an event from happening again. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton)
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181128-F-NC874-0024

U.S. and Japan Air Self Defense Force service members listen to a briefing Nov. 28, 2018, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The individuals participated in a professional enhancement seminar as part of the 2018 Bilateral Exchange. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica H. Smith)
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181128-F-NC874-0033

U.S. Air Force Col. Richard Tanner, 18th Wing vice commander, briefs U.S. and Japan Air Self Defense Force service members Nov. 28, 2018, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Tanner offered closing remarks for the 2018 Bilateral Exchange – an event providing cultural integration amongst U.S. and JASDF service members. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica H. Smith)
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181128-F-NC874-0041

U.S. and Japan Air Self Defense Force service members listen to a briefing Nov. 28, 2018, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The individuals participated in a professional enhancement seminar as part of the 2018 Bilateral Exchange. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica H. Smith)
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181127-F-NC874-0137

U.S. and Japan Air Self Defense Force service members play a game of gatorball Nov. 27, 2018, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The participants came together for the 2018 Bilateral Exchange over a period of 10 days for workplace and cultural integration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica H. Smith)
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181127-F-NC874-0152

U.S. and Japan Air Self Defense Force service members play a game of gatorball Nov. 27, 2018, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The participants came together for the 2018 Bilateral Exchange over a period of 10 days for workplace and cultural integration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica H. Smith)
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