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  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lincy Thomas, 733rd Air Mobility Squadron joint inspection program manager and shift supervisor of aircraft services, inspects cargo during a joint inspection April 7, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. During this joint inspection, the Marines prepared their cargo for embarkation so the Air Force could inspect it before it went on Air Force aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lynette M. Rolen/Released)

    Airmen, Marines in Okinawa perform joint inspection

     U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 733rd Air Mobility Squadron worked with U.S. Marines from the 4th Marine regiment, 3rd Marine division, for a joint inspection April 7.   This joint inspection of cargo was in support of Marine forces in Australia as part of Marine Regiment Rotational Force Darwin.   "We prepared the cargo for embarkation to get onto
  • Gen. Lori Robinson, Pacific Air Forces commander, performs a traditional hongi greeting with Royal New Zealand Air Force service members upon her arrival at RNZAF Base Ohakea, New Zealand, March 4, 2016, where she gave remarks at the 75 Years of Women in Service celebration. The visit to RNZAF Base Ohakea was part of Robinson’s two-week visit to New Zealand and Australia, which served to improve relations with both nations and reaffirmed PACAF’s commitment to the rebalance in the Pacific. (Photo courtesy of RNZAF)

    COMPACAF wraps up Australia, New Zealand visit

    Gen. Lori J. Robinson, Pacific Air Forces commander, deepened ties with partner nations and reaffirmed PACAF’s commitment to the rebalance in the Pacific during a two-week trip to New Zealand and Australia March 3-17.   Robinson traveled to New Zealand and Australia to discuss current and future partnership engagements with the goal of improving
  • U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Scott Brooks, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules aircraft pilot, helps Philippine Air Force 2nd Lt. Rald Pinca, 220th Airlift Wing pilot, try on a flight helmet April 7, 2016, during an Exercise Balikatan 2016 training session on Mactan-Benito Ebuen Air Base, Philippines. Pilots and loadmasters from the 36th AS shared their experiences of using night vision goggles and night flying during an all-day training session. BK16 provides opportunities for U.S. and Philippine forces to come together and train for potential real world events and crises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Michael Smith/Released)

    U.S., Philippine Airmen train together for Exercise Balikatan 2016

    U.S. and Philippine Air Force C-130 Hercules pilots and loadmasters exchanged operational knowledge during joint training as part of Exercise Balikatan 2016 April 8, 2016.
  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Eric Gayoso, center, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron fire prevention crew chief, briefs members of the Joint Security Area Security Battalion on aircraft extraction techniques during a joint search and recovery exercise April 8, 2016, at Camp Bonifas, Republic of Korea. The firefighters assisted with the exercise by teaching ROK and U.S. Soldiers on how to enter crashed aircraft by cutting through with specialized equipment such as a circular saw and Jaws of Life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dillian Bamman/Released)

    Osan firefighters train ROK, US soldiers during exercise

    Firefighters from the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron assisted Joint Security Area service members with rescue tools and safety precautions during a joint exercise April 8, here. Republic of Korea and U.S. Army members practiced search and recovery techniques after a simulated aircraft crash north of the Korean Demilitarized Zone.
  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kyle Gould, engineer, assigned to the 673rd Expeditionary Engineer Squadron, flattens a layer of cement to help build a classroom for the Jaena Norte Elementary School, in Capiz, Philippines, during Exercise Balikatan, March 29, 2016. The construction project is one of multiple HCAs taking place during this year's exercise, designed to improve the quality of life for the local populace and strengthen the bond between our two nations. Balikatan, which means "shoulder to shoulder" in Filipino, is an annual bilateral training exercise aimed at improving the ability of Philippine and U.S. military forces to work together during planning, contingency and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations. (U.S. Marine Corps Combat Camera photo by Cpl. Hilda M. Becerra / Released)

    USAF, Philippine army build school during Exercise Balikatan 2016

    During Exercise Balikatan 2016, members with the U.S. Air Force and Philippine Army continue to build at the Jaena Norte Elementary School in Capiz, Philippines. The construction project is one of many taking place during this year's exercise, designed to improve the quality of life for local community and strengthen the bond between the two
  • U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron conduct nighttime airfield damage repair training at the Silver Flag training site April 5, 2016, on Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th CES plays an integral role as a fast response repair force by reestablishing damaged runways in order to maintain aircraft combat and logistical capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft/Released)

    18th CES overcomes hostile environment in exercise

    Airmen with the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron exercised nighttime airfield damage repair training at the Silver Flag training site April 5 on Kadena Air Base.
  • U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron arm an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a two-day surge exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2016. Along with standard maintenance to aircraft before and after flight, weapons load crew teams armed the aircraft to simulate a combat environment. During deployed operations, loading is essential for the F-16’s air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)

    F-16s surge during two-day drill at Misawa

    Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing conducted a two-day surge exercise April 4 through 5 with F-16 Fighting Falcons at Misawa Air Base, Japan.
  • An F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 80th Fighter Squadron takes off during Buddy Wing 16-3 at Jungwon Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 30, 2016. Buddy Wing training, held multiple times a year, polishes the ability of the Republic of Korea and U.S. pilots to train and operate as a combined force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nick Wilson/Released)

    Wolf Pack Soars during Buddy Wing 16-3

    F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots from the 80th Fighter Squadron at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, practiced combined flying operations alongside counterparts from the Republic of Korea air force’s 19th Fighter Wing at Jungwon AB during Buddy Wing 16-3, April 28-31. Buddy Wing training, held multiple times a year, polishes the ability of the ROK and
  • Airman 1st Class Justin Eason, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management logistics, prepares his oxygen tank before donning a hazardous material suit Feb. 5, 2016, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Eason and the EM team ensure their equipment are ready in case they need to respond to a contingency or natural disaster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Dillian Bamman/Released)

    Osan emergency management maintains contingency, natural disaster readiness

    From the inspection of unidentified chemicals to the response of contingencies and natural disasters, one flight holds the responsibility of ensuring Osan’s safety and response to these scenarios. The 51st Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management flight equips and trains Osan Airmen to ensure each are able to respond to these situations.
  • Staff Sgt. Sergio McLaughlin, 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron sorting generating and aircraft sustaining vehicle maintainer, checks turn signals for serviceability on a Tunner 60K loader at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 30, 2016. The loader can transport six pallets of cargo for loading on commercial and military cargo aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Steffen/Released)

    Mustangs’ vehicle maintainers keep 60K afoot

    Airmen with the 51st Logistics Squadron serviced it's Tunner 60K loader at Osan Air Base March 30. The loader can transport six pallets of cargo for loading onto both commercial and military cargo aircraft.
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