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  • Making sparks for parts

    The 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron’s metals technology facility technicians utilize precise machinery to fabricate ground and aerial machine components for multilateral and on-base operations by ensuring mission readiness at all times.

  • PACAF leadership visits Kadena

    Team Kadena was visited by Pacific Air Forces Deputy Commander Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman. During her visit she examined facility and housing conditions, recognized Airmen, and was briefed on the 18th Wing's mission capabilities.

  • Kadena Fire Dawgs stay ready through hazmat exercise

    U.S. Air Force 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters decontaminate a firefighter during hazmat contamination training evaluation at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 23, 2024. The departments conducted the training to practice firefighters' abilities to identify chemical agents, rescue any known

  • Fond farewell to F-15C A5095

    Crew chiefs and pilots with the 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 67th Fighter Squadron organized a final flight for F-15C Eagle A5095 Aug. 15, 2024.  

  • F-22 Raptor Crew Chief for a day

    154th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs showed 199th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron Airmen what it’s like to be a crew chief for a day with hands-on experience.

  • 18th MUNS trains Airmen on live munitions

    U.S. Air Force Airmen load munitions onto pallets during a tactical air-munitions rapid response package training at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug. 20, 2024. The 18th Wing's ability to provide the majority of TARRP capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region is made possible by mission ready Airmen and

  • Project Mercury fosters innovation

    With continued steps towards force modernization and adaptability, the U.S. Air Force is developing innovative solutions to tackle rising challenges; that is where Project Mercury comes in.

  • Kadena hosts SNCO Induction Ceremony

    U.S. Air Force senior noncommissioned officer inductees, friends, families and 18th Wing leadership attended the SNCO Induction Ceremony at Kadena Air Base, Japan, July 26, 2024. The event was held to recognize those who have excelled in the performance of their duties and have risen the ranks of

  • Roped in by the Cable Dawgs

    Cable and antenna technicians with the 18th Communications Squadron held an immersion event to showcase their capabilities, July 17, 2024. Their capabilities include tower climbing, fiber optic cable terminations, underground manhole work, and other day-to-day operations that allow them to sustain

  • Kadena Airmen supply hope in July

    Christmas came early in Okinawa as 18th Wing Airmen delivered toys to the local children in need on July 23, 2024. It’s aptly called Christmas in July - a volunteer and donation-based event, initiated by the 18th Wing Safety office which has now spread to multiple units across Kadena Air Base, and

  • Military community harvests with locals

    The Wired Bean hosted a volunteer event for military community members to help locals bundle vetiver in preparation for the Okinawa tug-of-war. In the coming months, the vetiver will be used to construct the rope at another location.

  • Range day for the 33rd RQS

    The 33rd Rescue Squadron conducted routine training over the Pacific Ocean, July 17, 2024. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters, and rescue of U.S. and allied military members and civilian personnel.

  • CE keeps water systems secured

    Throughout the month of July, the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron is hosting the Mobile Backflow Prevention Devices Testing Course for CE Airmen. Participants throughout Pacific Air Forces are visiting Kadena to be trained and certified in backflow prevention device maintenance.

  • MCA to MRA- redefining readiness

    KADENA AIR BASE, Japan – When you hear the phrase “Multi-capable Airmen” what do you think? You might think “do more with less,” and I can’t blame you for that. Needing to deal with the normal tasks of your primary duty, then being asked to perform more tasks outside of it can sound unnecessarily

  • 18th MSG change of command

    U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Nicholas Evans, 18th Wing commander, presided over the change of command ceremony where Col. Laura Ramos, outgoing 18th MSG commander, relinquished command to Col. Robinson Mata, incoming 18th MSG commander.