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Forceful Tiger 2016

A U.S. Air Force KC-135 Stratotanker pilot from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron adjusts the aircraft’s engine throttles before takeoff from Kadena Air Base, Japan, during Forceful Tiger Jan. 28, 2016. Forceful Tiger is an annual large force exercise designed to demonstrate the U.S. military’s combat capabilities in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman/Released)

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374th Airlift Wing/Public Affairs

C-130 Hercules loadmasters with the 36th Airlift Squadron conduct a pre-mission briefing at Yokota Air Base, Japan Jan. 25, 2016. The crew performed high-altitude personnel drops as part of regular training to keep all related personnel prepared to respond to real-world contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Elizabeth Baker/Released)

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125th EFS takes off to support TSP

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 125th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron located at Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla, takes off in support of the U.S. Pacific Command Theater Security Package Dec. 15, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Movement of U.S. Air Force TSPs into this region has been a routine and integral part of U.S. Pacific Command's force posture since March 2004. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)

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125th EFS takes off to support TSP

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 125th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron taxis for takeoff as part of the U.S. Pacific Command Theater Security Package Dec. 15, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 125th EFS, located at Tulsa Air National Guard Base, Okla, deployed to Kadena to provide PACOM with forces capable of a variety of operations including disaster relief, global situational awareness, combating piracy, active defense and power projection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)

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125th EFS takes off to support TSP

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Freddie Dee, 125th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron pilot, performs preflight checks on his F-16 Fighting Falcon before takeoff as part of a U.S. Pacific Command Theater Security Package Dec. 15, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. TSP deployments are designed to provide the U.S. Pacific Command with forces capable of a variety of operations, including disaster relief, global situational awareness, combating piracy, active defense and power projection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)

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125th EFS takes off to support TSP

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Freddie Dee, 125th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, completes preflight checks before takeoff for the U.S. Pacific Command Theater Security Package Dec. 15, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. This TSP demonstrates the continuing U.S. commitment to stability and security in the region and shows our commitment to the U.S.-Japan alliance and the mutual defense of Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)

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Okinawa Outreach brings Christmas cheer to local children

U.S. Air Force volunteers pose for a photo with children and staff from the Midori School-Age Program during a visit, Dec. 10, 2015, in Okinawa City, Japan. Fourteen volunteers from Kadena’s Top 3 and the 18th Communications Squadron brought a little Christmas cheer when they visited the SAP. Okinawa Outreach is a community service-oriented program designed to aid the local community while allowing Americans and Okinawans to exchange cultures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)

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Okinawa Outreach brings Christmas cheer to local children

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Darren Dalton, 18th Communications Squadron cable and antenna systems technician, places his Santa Claus costume hat on a child at the Midori School-Age Program during a volunteer visit, Dec. 10, 2015, in Okinawa City, Japan. Fourteen volunteers from Kadena’s Top 3 and the 18th Communications Squadron brought a little Christmas cheer when they visited the SAP. This gave the kids the opportunity to indulge in American Christmas customs by decorating cookies and meeting Santa Claus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Maeson L. Elleman)

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Cookie Caper brings treats to service members

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Patrick Hoerle, 35th Fighter Wing paralegal, receives cookies from Senior Master Sgt. Audra Perkins, 35 FW public affairs superintendent, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2015. The annual Cookie Caper brought a tray of 10 cookies each to single and unaccompanied U.S. Air Force, Army and Navy, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)

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Cookie Caper brings treats to service members

Cookies line the bottom of a tray at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2015. The annual Cookie Caper’s goal is to bring a sense of holiday spirit to single and unaccompanied Misawa service members with a tray of 10 cookies each and holiday cards donated by the American Red Cross. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)

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Cookie Caper brings treats to service members

Volunteers wrap trays of cookies at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2015. Misawa community members donated cookie dough and home-baked cookies, which were then organized into trays at the Mutsu Officers’ Club for the annual Cookie Caper. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)

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Misawa pilots save Iraqi civilians, earn 2014 Mackay Trophy

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark Welsh accompanied by a National Aeronautic Association spokesman present the Mackay Trophy to Capts. David Kroontje and Gregory Balzhiser during the NAA fall awards ceremony in Arlington, Virginia, Dec. 3, 2015. The trophy is awarded for the “most meritorious flight of the year by an Air Force person, persons, or organization.” Kroontje and Balzhiser earned the trophy as a result of their heroic efforts during an air strike that helped Peshmerga forces the next day set up a safe corridor from Mount Sinjar, Iraq, saving the lives of 40,000 stranded civilians including women, children, elderly, and the infirm. Kroontje has since transferred to the 560th Flying Training Squadron at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas, and Balzhiser is now a member of the 31st Operations Support Squadron at Aviano Air Base, Italy. (Courtesy photo)

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Military working dogs sharpen their bites

U.S. Army Pfc. Richard Schmidt, Public Health Command District Japan, Okinawa Branch veterinary technician, examines the mouth of Aly, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, before intubation during an annual dental examination at the Veterinary Treatment Facility, Dec. 9, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. It is important for MWDs to receive routine dental care to prevent health issues. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa/Released)

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Military working dogs sharpen their bites

Aly, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, receives an anesthetic shot during an annual dental examination at the Veterinary Treatment Facility, Dec. 9, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. His handler was there to assist the veterinarian with anything needed in order to maintain positive control of Aly during his dental inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa/Released)

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Military working dogs sharpen their bites

Aly, 18th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, waits for his annual dental examination at the Veterinary Treatment Facility, Dec. 9, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Aly is one of the MWDs used by 18th SFS who receives dental care support at the Veterinary Treatment Facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa/Released)

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44th AMU keeps their Eagles ready-to-fly

U.S. Air Force Airman Marqrell Ervin, 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit avionics technician apprentice, shuts down the power cart being used during an operations check, Dec. 8, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The power cart has allowed maintainers to perform necessary repairs and tests without the need to start the engines, saving the Air Force thousands of dollars each year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Zackary A. Henry)

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44th AMU keeps their Eagles ready-to-fly

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandon Martel, 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit avionics technician apprentice, signals to Senior Airman Adam Craig, 67th AMU avionics technician journeyman, that the power cart, used to supply power to the F15C Eagle during maintenance, is operating correctly, Dec. 8, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Teamwork is a vital part of the operational checks the 67th AMU completes daily. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Zackary A. Henry)

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44th AMU keeps their Eagles ready-to-fly

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Brandon Martel, 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit avionics technician apprentice, secures safety wire for a sniper pod on an F-15C Eagle, Dec. 8, 2015, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The safety wire and attached pin ensure the sniper pod cannot be accidently jettisoned during flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Zackary A. Henry)

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Okinawa City, Kadena firefighters conduct bilateral training

Yasuaki Nakama, Okinawa City Fire Department captain, briefs a training plan to Okinawa City Fire Department and Kadena Fire Department crew members during a bilateral hazardous materials training exercise, Dec. 8, 2015, at the Okinawa City Civic Center, Japan. The Kadena Fire Department and Okinawa City Fire Department trained together to build proficiency and understanding with each other. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)

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Okinawa City, Kadena firefighters conduct bilateral training

Moritaka Shiroma, 18th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter (left), and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Emily Beckerjeck, 18th CES driver operator (right), carry a simulated casualty to safety during a bilateral hazardous materials training exercise, Dec. 8, 2015, at the Okinawa City Civic Center, Japan. This is the first time Kadena Fire Department participated in an off-base exercise scenario hosted by Okinawa City Fire Department. (U.S. Air Force photo by Naoto Anazawa)

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