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Showcasing space capabilities, strengthening allied collaboration

U.S. Space Force Guardians and Japan Air Self Defense Force Space Operations Group Airmen tour the 161st Electromagnetic Warfare Combat Detachment at Camp Kinser, Japan, May 15, 2025. This visit showcased the capabilities of the 161st EWCD and provided the JASDF Space Operations Group with insight into their mission and vision – prompting discussions on alignment of objectives and the potential for future bilateral exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)

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Nicole Tibbets, Space Systems Command STEM executive lead, performs a demonstration during the SSC STEM outreach program for students at Yokota West Elementary School at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 15, 2025. The SSC STEM outreach programs foster early interest by helping prepare future generations to support national defense and space operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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A flag is used to mark where a student’s model rocket landed during a Space Systems Command STEM outreach event at Yokota West Elementary School at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 15, 2025. The SSC team visited Department of Defense schools overseas for the first time, expanding its outreach beyond the continental U.S. and reinforcing its commitment to engaging military-connected students in science, technology, engineering and math education. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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Students from Yokota West Elementary School hold their model rockets in the air during a Space Systems Command STEM outreach at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 15, 2025. The SSC outreach connects students with real-world space applications, strengthening public understanding of space missions and the U.S. Space Force’s role in national defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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U.S. Space Force Master Sgt. Paul Gutierrez, U.S. Space Forces-Japan missile warning advisor, demonstrates a rocket launch to students from Yokota West Elementary School during the Space Systems Command STEM outreach day at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 15, 2025. SSC’s outreach connects students with real-world space applications, strengthening public understanding of space missions and the U.S. Space Force’s role in national defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kaoru Elliott, U.S. Space Forces-Japan deputy commander, assists Yokota West Elementary School students in building model rockets during a Space Systems Command STEM outreach event at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 15, 2025. SSC outreach programs foster early interest in science, technology, engineering, and math, helping prepare future generations to support national defense and space operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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U.S. Space Forces - Korea Commander and Republic of Korea Members Visit VSFB

U.S. Space Force Col. John “JP” Patrick, U.S. Space Forces - Korea commander, and members of the Republic of Korea pose for a group photo outside of Space Launch Delta 30 headquarters at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 15, 2025. This visit highlighted VSFB’s ongoing collaboration, shared strategic goals, and commitment to advancing space operations together globally. (U.S. Space Force photo by Senior Airman Kadielle Shaw)

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USSF Brig. Gen. Mastalir visits Okinawa

U.S. Space Force Guardians and Department of Defense civilians assigned to the 53rd Space Operations Squadron pose for a picture with Brig. Gen. Mastalier, U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander, on Camp Buckner, Japan, May 14, 2025. Mastalir’s trip was critical to continue optimizing space power with joint forces, allies and partners to help ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)

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USSF Brig. Gen. Mastalir visits Okinawa

A U.S. Space Force Guardian wears patches displaying the U.S. flag and a U.S. Space Force patch during a briefing of the U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander, on Fort Buckner, Japan, May 14, 2025. Mastalir’s trip was critical to continue optimizing space power with joint forces, allies and partners to help ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)

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USSF Brig. Gen. Mastalir visits Okinawa

U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander, attends a meeting at Camp Bucker, Japan, May 14, 2025. Space Force Indo-Pacific is focused on protecting the Joint Force from adversary space-enabled attacks, integrating space effects into operations, and strengthening partnerships with regional allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)

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USSF Brig. Gen. Mastalir visits Okinawa

U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander, tours the 161st Electromagnetic Warfare Combat Detachment at Camp Kinser, Japan, May 14, 2025. This visit showcased the capabilities of the 161st EWCD and demonstrated their combat-ready intelligence capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)

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USSF Brig. Gen. Mastalir visits Okinawa

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Nicholas Evans, 18th Wing commander (left) and U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander, pose for a photo at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 14, 2025. The visit served to enhance interoperability between the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force for future exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)

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Royal Thai Air Force Gp. Capt. Watcharapol Nualpenyai (right) speaks with Washington Air National Guard Capt. Josh Pelto during a future logistics framework working group at an Airman-to-Airman Talks in Pattaya, Thailand, May 13, 2025. Airman-to-Airman Talks facilitate discussions between the U.S. and Thailand to share best practices and build stronger relationships through collaboration and planning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Francine St Laurent)

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Yokota takes strides toward PFAS filtration

A Japanese government official holds an empty container before collecting a sample from the water filtration system at Yokota Air Base, May 14, 2025. The filtration system can process up to seven gallons of contaminated liquid per minute and will be used to filter Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances from affected areas across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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Yokota takes strides toward PFAS filtration

U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, gives final remarks during a water filtration system demonstration at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 14, 2025. The filtration system can process up to seven gallons of contaminated liquid per minute and will be used to filter Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances from affected areas across the installation. (U.S Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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Yokota takes strides toward PFAS filtration

Dr Callie Oldfield, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron environmental scientist, holds filtered water from a water filtration system at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 14, 2025. The filtration system can process up to seven gallons of contaminated liquid per minute and will be used to filter Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances from affected areas across the installation. (U.S Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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Inaugural ROK-U.S. Integrated Air and Missile Defense Event Enhances Interoperability

Attendees of the Korean Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Tabletop event named “KITE 2025” utilize the International Simulation (I-SIM) system during the event at Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea, Apr. 30, 2025. The I-SIM system is a cutting-edge tool for simulating ballistic missile defense operations using integrated air and maritime assets. (U.S. Air Force Curtesy Photo)

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Inaugural ROK-U.S. Integrated Air and Missile Defense Event Enhances Interoperability

Multilateral U.S. military members tour the Sejoong the Great (DDG 91), a Republic of Korea guided missile destroyer, during the Korean Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Tabletop event named “KITE 2025” at Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea, Apr. 30, 2025. The event represented a step forward in joint training, interoperability, and strategic planning between military partners, as continued collaboration between the Republic of Korea, the United States, and allied partners remains vital to maintaining peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force Curtesy Photo)

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Inaugural ROK-U.S. Integrated Air and Missile Defense Event Enhances Interoperability

Servicemembers from the U.S. Pacific Integrated Air and Missile Defense Center (PIC) and the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy Task Fleet participated in a panel discussion at the inaugural Korean Integrated Air and Missile Defense Tabletop (IAMD) Event, KITE 2025, at the Combat Systems Training Center, Chinhae Naval Base, Republic of Korea April, 28-May 2, 2025. Instruction was led by the Joint Ballistic Training and Education Center (JBTEC), which provided expert-led discussions designed to lay the intellectual groundwork for integrated operations. (Courtesy Photo)

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PACAF deputy commander Air Vice-Marshal Carl Newman provides opening comments at the 12th annual Airman-to-Airman Talks in Pattaya, Thailand, May 13, 2025. Airman-to-Airman Talks facilitate discussions between the U.S. and Thailand to share best practices and build stronger relationships through collaboration and planning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Francine St Laurent)

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