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March 2, 2022
33rd HMU ensures safe landings during 18th Wing exercise

The 33rd Rescue Squadron provides combat search and rescue capabilities to aid in exercises and real-world operations in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility. During the routine exercise, Kadena Airmen are conducting training activities to hone technical skills and enhance the base’s
Dec. 6, 2021
Hawk eyes: 33rd Rescue Squadron training for readiness

U.S Air Force 1st Lt. Trent Badger, 33rd Rescue Squadron co-pilot, checks an HH-60G Pave Hawk prior to a training flight at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2021. The 33rd RQS conducts extensive training in various rescue scenarios to ensure they are ready to effectively respond to real-world
July 1, 2021
A legacy, grounded: Pave Hawk ‘401’ retires

After 28 dutiful years, the HH-60G Pave Hawk with the tail number 26401 landed on the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, one last time after completing its final flight on June 22, 2021.
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.
May 23, 2019
Kadena celebrates newest master sergeants

As the technical sergeants promote to the highest tier of the enlisted force, they are charged, trained and equipped to lead junior NCOs and Airmen into capable leaders of tomorrow.

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