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Preventing the inferno

U.S. Air Force Airman Javier Gomez, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, prepares a primer on a Pierce Enforcer Nov. 30, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The primer ensures optimum performance of the Enforcer by getting air out of the pumps so water can go in faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Preventing the inferno

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Pierce Enforcer is ready for use Nov. 30, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Fire departments across the Air Force utilize the Pierce Enforcer because of its superior firefighting capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Preventing the inferno

U.S. Air Force Airman Javier Gomez, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, prepares a Pierce Enforcer for use Nov. 30, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. While on standby, the Pierce Enforcer undergoes multiple inspections to ensure mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

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Ready to fight fires

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Oshkosh Striker 6x6 sits ready for service on the flightline Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Strikers are an invaluable asset to fire departments across the Air Force, with their immense firefighting power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to fight fires

Masao Itokazu, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron driver operator, conducts radio checks inside an Oshkosh Striker 6x6 Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Properly functioning radio systems assist with optimum response time in the event of an aircraft incident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to fight fires

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Oshkosh Striker 6x6 tests its water boom Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Oshkosh Striker 6x6s are special vehicles designed to put out aircraft fires and are capable of emitting 1,000 gallons of water within three minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to fight fires

An 18th Civil Engineer Squadron Oshkosh Striker 6x6 sits at the ready on the flightline Oct. 31, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Strikers are utilized by fire departments across the Air Force for extinguishing aircraft fires. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to catch you

An aircraft barrier cable is secured by Airman 1st Class Hayden Skidmore, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, Aug. 16, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Airmen were taught proper methods for securing the cable to ensure preparedness for an in-flight emergency, in the event of one. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to catch you

Staff Sgt. Fardad Alimehri, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power production and barrier maintenance technician, demonstrates how to properly secure an aircraft barrier cable Aug. 16, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. To ensure optimum performance of the cable when aircraft approach, it’s important to keep it properly aligned. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to catch you

Staff Sgt. Fardad Alimehri, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power production and barrier maintenance technician, simulates an aircraft landing on an aircraft barrier Aug. 16, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The aircraft barrier catches an aircraft as it makes its landing, ensuring security for the aircraft and pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to catch you

Airman 1st Class Carson Price, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, directs personnel in aircraft barrier shacks Aug. 16, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. After an aircraft landing simulation, the cable of an aircraft barrier needed to be pulled back into the barrier shacks so it could be ready to use for other aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to catch you

Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron prepare to reel in a cable inside an aircraft barrier shack Aug. 16, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. During a training scenario, Airmen from the 18th CES simulated an aircraft landing on an aircraft barrier. After the aircraft was secured, the cable used to catch the aircraft needed to be pulled back into position to be used again. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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Ready to catch you

Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron prepare for aircraft barrier training Aug. 16, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th CES conducted aircraft barrier training to ensure preparedness in the event of an in-flight emergency. The aircraft barrier is designed to catch an aircraft as it lands on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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Rising up

Kenichi Shimajiri, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron fire inspector, stands in front of a fire truck July 27, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Shimajiri was a firefighter for 23 years at Kadena before becoming a fire inspector. As a fire inspector, Shimajiri is responsible for ensuring buildings are free of fire hazards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen)

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