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Sept. 24, 2021
33rd RQS conducts hoist training with Marines

The 33rd Rescue Squadron conducted joint training with the 3rd Marine Reconnaissance battalion at Camp Gonsalves, Japan, Sept. 22, 2021. This joint training allowed both units to increase efficiency for hoist operations in a jungle environment.
June 28, 2019
Taking Initiative: These Airmen take a stand against drunken driving

Airmen from across Kadena are taking initiative and preventing alcohol-related incidents across Okinawa's military community.
June 12, 2019
18th EMS Airmen take care of Kadena Aircraft's tires

Aircraft tires must be periodically replaced so the wheel and tire shop takes those wheels, inspects and washes them so they can be reused.
June 10, 2019
18th EMS works phase inspection

Crew chiefs are responsible for ensuring every part of the jet is in safe, working order.
June 3, 2019
Japanese, U.S. Teachers Boost Bilateral Future

Team Kadena middle school staff shared activity-driven English lessons to Okinawa elementary teachers in support of the Foreign Language Initiative at the Ryukyu Middle School (RMS) May 24, 2019.Dr. Tracy Rice, regional English Language Coordinator, developed the “We Can!” training program in
May 30, 2019
Team Kadena bids farewell to Col. Richard C. Tanner

Team Kadena bids farewell to U.S. Air Force Col. Richard C. Tanner, 18th Wing vice commander, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 29, 2019.
Aug. 24, 2017
Anywhere, Anytime

Forward area refueling point team members from the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron load 100-foot fuel hoses into a cart Aug. 17, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. FARP enables the Air Force to perform a wide-range of missions across multiple domains and brings the most advanced technologies and