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A loving bond: Leaving a legacy

U.S. Air Force Col. Ralph “Eddie” Taylor, Pacific Air Forces director of Manpower, Personnel and Services, and his son Maj. Vincent Taylor, 56th Air Communications Squadron director of Operations, celebrate after Vincent pinned on the rank of major at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii. Both Eddie and Vincent’s assignments at JBPHH mark the second time the two have been stationed together. (Courtesy Photo)
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A loving bond: Leaving a legacy

U.S. Air Force Col. Ralph “Eddie” Taylor, Pacific Air Forces director of Manpower, Personnel and Services, provides remarks at his retirement on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, July 15, 2022. Eddie will have served 38 years and 7 months, from airman basic to colonel, upon his departure. During his service Eddie was able to serve twice with his son Maj. Vincent Taylor, 56th Air Communications Squadron director of Operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Joshua Williams)
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A loving bond: Leaving a legacy

U.S. Air Force Maj. Vincent Taylor, 56th Air Communications Squadron director of Operations, holds a folded U.S. flag as part of a presentation during his father’s, Col. Ralph “Eddie” Taylor, Pacific Air Forces director of Manpower, Personnel and Services, retirement ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii on July 15, 2022. Vincent and his father have shared two assignments together throughout their careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Joshua Williams)
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A loving bond: Leaving a legacy

From left to right, U.S. Air Force Col. Ralph “Eddie” Taylor, Pacific Air Forces director of Manpower, Personnel and Services, his wife Nani Taylor, his son Maj. Vincent Taylor, 56th Air Communications Squadron director of Operations, and his son Austin Taylor, participate in Col. Taylor’s retirement ceremony at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii on July 15, 2022. Taylor’s retirement commemorated 38 years and 7 months of service, which was served between both enlisted and officer ranks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Joshua Williams)
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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Tyler Otten, Pacific Air Forces Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, and Air Vice Marshal Fazlul Haque (on screen), Bangladesh Air Force Assistant Chief of Air Staff (Plans), sign the meeting minutes signifying the close of the fifth PACAF-BAF Airman-to-Airman Talk on Nov. 10, 2021. Both parties closed with a tentative plan to meet in Hawaii in 2022. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jimmie D. Pike)
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U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Tyler Otten, Pacific Air Forces Mobilization Assistant to the Commander, and provides opening remarks for the fifth iteration of Airman-to-Airman Talks with the Bangladesh Air Force Nov. 8, 2021. The engagement allowed both parties to discuss how to maintain and enhance the defense relationship and interoperability between the two forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Jimmie D. Pike)
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211102-F-GF466-011

An aircrew member from the 37th Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., photographs a KC-135 Stratotanker during a Bomber Task Force mission as it flies over Naval Support Facility, Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. By operating with a variety of aircraft and units in the Indo-Pacific, Pacific Air Forces maintain ready and postured forces prepared to respond to and support global operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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211102-F-GF466-009

A B-1B Lancer assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D, takes off in support of a Bomber Task Force mission at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and coalition operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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211102-F-GF466-007

A B-1B Lancer assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D, takes off in support of a Bomber Task Force mission at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. This specific deployment highlights the importance of working with our allies, partners and other U.S. joint military units as we bolster our collective ability to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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211102-F-GF466-006

Two B-1B Lancers assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., taxi towards the runway prior to a Bomber Task Force mission at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. Training outside the United States enables aircrew and Airmen to become familiar with other theaters and airspace, and enhances the enduring skills and relationships necessary to confront a broad range of global challenges in support of the National Defense Strategy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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211102-F-GF466-005

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hunter Meadows, 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., marshals a B-1B Lancer for take-off during a Bomber Task Force mission at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. The U.S. Air Force routinely deploys a variety of aircraft and units throughout the Indo-Pacific area of operations in support of geographic combatant command objectives and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hunter Meadows, 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., waits to marshal a B-1B Lancer for take-off during a Bomber Task Force mission at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. The U.S. Air Force routinely deploys a variety of aircraft and units throughout the Indo-Pacific area of operations in support of geographic combatant command objectives and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hunter Meadows, 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., runs to marshal a B-1B Lancer for take-off during a Bomber Task Force mission at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. These missions allow the ability for speed, surprise and integration of U.S. Air Force bombers in multiple theaters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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211102-F-GF466-002

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ralph Micks, 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of Airframe, Powerplant, and General assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., prepares a B-1B Lancer for a Bomber Task Force mission at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. These missions provide an opportunity to enhance readiness and give Airmen training necessary to respond to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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211102-F-GF466-001

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ralph Micks, 28th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of Airframe, Powerplant, and General assigned to Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., prepares a B-1B Lancer for a Bomber Task Force mission at Naval Support Facility Diego Garcia, Nov. 2, 2021. We look for every opportunity to train alongside our allies and partners to build interoperability and bolster our collective ability to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Hannah Malone)
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PACAF Mission

A U.S. Air Force 67th Fighter Squadron F-15C Eagle and a 909th Aerial Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker prepare to conduct air-to-air refueling during a training exercise July 8, 2020, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. U.S. Air Forces are postured and ready to respond to crises and contingencies throughout the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, contributing to regional stability and a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros)
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Team Kadena supports Bomber Task Force

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Travis Lee, 718th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron internal flight control systems journeyman, and Tech. Sgt. Michael Newman, 909th Aerial Refueling Squadron boom operator, prepare a KC-135 Stratotanker for a training sortie, Nov. 13, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 909th ARS conducted aerial refueling operations with B-1B Lancers in support of a Bomber Task Force deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Team Kadena supports Bomber Task Force

U.S. Air Force Capt. Dan Thomas, 909th Aerial Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, conducts aerial refueling operations in support of a joint interoperability exercise, Nov. 13, 2020, over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Japan. Bomber Task Force missions demonstrate U.S. commitment to allies and partners throughout the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility and the ability of Air Force Global Strike Command to deliver lethal strike options for combatant commanders at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Team Kadena supports Bomber Task Force

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Michael Weidman, 909th Aerial Refueling Squadron boom operator, scans the airspace for fuel receivers during a training sortie, Nov. 13, 2020, over the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Japan. The 909th ARS provided support to a B-1B Lancer Bomber Task Force mission, enabling deployed units to extend operational range, time on station, and integration throughout the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer receives fuel from a 909th Aerial Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker during a joint interoperability exercise, Nov. 13, 2020, over the Pacific Ocean. The B1-B Lancers are deployed as a Bomber Task Force which enables Airmen to continuously conduct operations throughout the world, maintain global stability and security, and familiarize units with joint and bilateral operations in different regions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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