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Air Force honors American Samoa during its 125th Flag Day

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Alan Matney, Pacific Air Forces mobilization augmentee to the PACAF deputy commander, gives a speech during the 125th American Samoa Flag Day celebration at Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 17, 2025. Reflecting on American Samoa’s deep military tradition, Matney highlighted shared values like service before self and the island’s enduring commitment to being part of something greater than oneself. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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Air Force honors American Samoa during its 125th Flag Day

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Alan Matney, Pacific Air Forces mobilization augmentee to the PACAF deputy commander, gives a speech during the 125th American Samoa Flag Day celebration at Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 17, 2025. The event commemorated over a century of friendship and partnership between American Samoa and the United States, rooted in mutual respect and shared values. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

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Air Force honors American Samoa during its 125th Flag Day

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Alan Matney, Pacific Air Forces mobilization augmentee to the PACAF deputy commander, gives a speech during the 125th American Samoa Flag Day celebration at Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 17, 2025. The ceremony honored 125 years of shared history between the United States and American Samoa, commemorating a bond forged through peace, mutual respect, and unity. The event featured a flag-raising ceremony, parades, traditional dance, and performances that reflected the territory’s cultural pride and enduring partnership with the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

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Air Force honors American Samoa during its 125th Flag Day

Fautasi teams race through the waters of a Pago Pago Harbor during the 125th American Samoa Flag Day celebration in Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 16, 2025. Each team represented months of preparation, driven by community pride and the pursuit of shared victory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

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Air Force honors American Samoa during its 125th Flag Day

The American and American Samoa flags fly in tandem at the Governor’s Mansion in Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 16, 2025. The flags symbolize the enduring partnership and shared values between American Samoa and the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

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Air Force honors American Samoa during its 125th Flag Day

A fautasi team sails past cheering supporters after completing an early round of the race in Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 16, 2025. Supporters waved team flags and the moment captured the close-knit bond between the crews and their communities, united in effort and spirit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

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Air Force honors American Samoa during its 125th Flag Day

A fautasi team sails past after completing an early round of the race in Pago Pago, American Samoa, April 16, 2025. Flag bearers raised their team flag proudly at each end of the boat, honoring the village they represented. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melody Bordeaux)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

U.S. Air Force Airman Senior Airman Jacob Gomez, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, performs an inspection on a HGU 55P helmet before the aircrew takes off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The Bomber Task Force missions conducted by USSTRATCOM help ensure global security by proving the ability to show deterrence in various locations, while also enhancing the military readiness of allied and partner forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Gomez, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, performs an inspection on a PCU 15P harness and HGU 55P helmet before the aircrew takes off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The 9th EBS AFE members follow all safety precautions during equipment inspections to ensure it is operable and up to par. BTF 25-2 provides opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and combined operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Juwan Johnson, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, and Senior Airman Jacob Gomez, 9th EBS AFE technician, perform an inspection on a PCU 15P harness and HGU 55P helmet before the aircrew takes off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The Bomber Task Force missions conducted by USSTRATCOM help ensure global security by proving the ability to show deterrence in various locations, while also enhancing the military readiness of allied and partner forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

PCU 15P Harnesses and HGU 55P helmets, inspected by aircrew flight equipment Airmen from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron before the aircrew takes off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The 9th EBS AFE members follow all safety precautions during equipment inspections to ensure it is operable and up to par. BTF 25-2 provides opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and combined operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

U.S. Air Force Airman Senior Airman Jacob Gomez, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, performs an inspection on a PCU 15P harness and HGU 55P helmet before the aircrew takes off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The 9th EBS AFE members follow all safety precautions during equipment inspections to ensure it is operational and up to par to support the BTF mission. BTF 25-2 provides opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and combined operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher Travelstead, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron director of operations, packs his HGU 55P helmet before taking off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The BTF mission provides opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and combined operations to discourage aggression and maintain peace and stability in the region and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

(From left to right) U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Juwan Johnson, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, assists Maj. Brandon Felley, 9 EBS weapons systems officer, with his PCU 15P harness before the aircrew takes off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The BTF mission provides opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and combined operations to discourage aggression and maintain peace and stability in the region and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Tyler Goeke, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons system officer, adjusts his PCU 15P harness before taking off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The BTF mission provides opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and combined operations to discourage aggression and maintain peace and stability in the region and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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Gear up for action: Supporting air crew operations

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Eric DeLaMater, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron aircrew flight equipment supervisor, checks the serial numbers for each combat survivor evader locator system radio and performs GPS fixes before the aircrew takes off for a Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 21, 2025. The Bomber Task Force missions conducted by USSTRATCOM help ensure global security by proving the ability to show deterrence in various locations, while also enhancing the military readiness of allied and partner forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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U.S., Japan host Women, Peace and Security Workshop

Hirose Ritsuko, Japan Ministry of Defense minister’s secretariat and evidence-based policymaking director general, speaks during the U.S.-Japan Women, Peace and Security in Military Operations workshop at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 23, 2025. WPS is a cross-cutting approach to advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific and is a military capability to enhance access, influence, localized risk reduction, and to provide information-based capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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U.S., Japan host Women, Peace and Security Workshop

The official U.S.-Japan Women, Peace and Security in Military Operations workshop banner is displayed at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. This workshop was held to deepen awareness and understanding of how WPS is applied by men and women across the U.S. and Japan defense sector, by both defense officials and military personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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U.S., Japan host Women, Peace and Security Workshop

Women, Peace and Security advisors and experts from the Department of Defense and Japan Ministry of Defense hold a panel during the U.S.-Japan WPS workshop at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. This workshop was held to deepen awareness and understanding of how WPS is applied by men and women across the U.S. and Japan defense sector, by both defense officials and military personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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U.S., Japan host Women, Peace and Security Workshop

Attendees take notes during the U.S.-Japan Women, Peace and Security in Military Operations workshop at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. Spanning two days, the workshop featured multiple panels, discussions and presentations, leveraging the expertise of trained WPS advisors to exchange ideas, share best practices, and explore meaningful dialogue on how to further expand collaboration on WPS topics in defense sector operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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