#USINDOPACOM Statement on #DPRK Missile Launch: 'We are aware of the DPRK’s ballistic missile launch today, including that it overflew Japan. We are consulting closely with regional allies and partners.'

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#shogunwarriors
@kadenaAirBase welcomed General CQ Brown, Jr. to the
largest operational combat wing overseas. We defend U.S. and #Japan by providing a forward power projection platform with deployable combat power.
#FreeandOpenIndoPacific #PACAF #Kadena

.Kadena Air Base F15s recently integrated with 防衛省 航空自衛隊 F-15s to enhance deterrence and response capabilities.

The 'Hawaiian Raptors' are operating out of Kadena Air Base to build experience operating in the physically vast & strategically complex environment of the Pacific. These operations support the ongoing commitment to maintain a free and open Indo-Pacific.

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Joint and combined operations make us capable & ready. Our continuous integration of U.S. Army, U.S. Marines, U.S. Navy & #USAF components increase our interoperability and preparation for missions in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility.

PACAF

Nothing like cold water to wake you up.🥶 #MondayMotivation
#PJ 's, assigned to the #320thSTS , conducted water operations training to test maritime search and rescue capabilities at White Beach Naval Facility, Japan. Air Force Special Operations Command U.S. Indo-Pacific Command #PersonnelRescue

The #909thARS provides combat-ready tankers and crews to support operations in the Indo-Pacific theater. The unit deploys crews and assets worldwide in support of deterrence, freedom of navigation, and power-projection operations throughout the Pacific.

.U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles assigned to the 44th Fighter Squadron, taxi onto a runway before taking off in support of #JungleWarfareExercise22 at Kadena Air Base. #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific #Readiness #Lethality

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Have you ever wondered what blowing up 930 grenades looked like?💥
Recently, Airmen, Marines and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members properly disposed of expired explosives while improving interoperability between the services!
Check out the photos here➡️ bit.ly/3HMB3l3

U.S. Airmen, U.S. Marines and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members prepare grenades for disposal at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 15, 2021. The joint training between U.S. EOD technicians and their JASDF counterparts ensures increased interoperability.

An U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagle assigned to the 67th Fighter Squadron taxis through a wash system bath after a training sortie at Kadena Air Base.

Every Airman is important to ensuring Kadena's mission success. This Wingman Wednesday, meet SSgt Shelby Gordon from the 18th Security Forces Squadron!

Providing medical safety and security in any conditions, the 31st and 33rd Rescue Squadrons teamed up with the Army to practice life-saving helicopter hoisting skills while at sea. #ReadyAF
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#JASDF members from the 9th Air Wing visited Kadena Air Base and attended a briefing on the Multi-capable Airmen program.
By sharing practices and training tools, #TeamKadena is strengthening relations and creating a more effective partnership with JASDF!

The U.S. Air Force’s 18th Operations Group partnered with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force & the 36th Airlift Squadron to complete Exercise Southern Beach near Kadena Air Base, Japan, to focus on offensive and defensive counter air operations, personnel rescue and airdrop missions.

.Kadena Air Base partnered with Yokota Air Base - 374th Airlift Wing and the 航空自衛隊 Japan Air Self-Defense Force to accomplish Exercise Southern Beach! This is the first time #JASDF has conducted large-scale Japan-U.S. night operations and training.

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#ICYMI : Airmen from Yokota Air Base - 374th Airlift Wing and Kadena Air Base partnered with Japan Air Self-Defense Force during Exercise Southern Beach to refine cooperative skills necessary to maintaining a #FreeAndOpenIndoPacific

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.Kadena Air Base is home to the 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron!

The primary mission of the squadron is to support medical operations in wartime, during various contingencies and during natural disaster relief operations.

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📸 by A1C Stephen Pulter

The 33rd Rescue Squadron worked with the U.S. Marines 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion at the Jungle Warfare Training Center last week.

This training allows both units to sharpen their skills for hoist operations in a jungle environment.

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During CMSAF JoAnne S. Bass visit to #TeamKadena she relayed the importance of Airmen coming together to build a stronger force.

Check out the video below to hear more.