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PACAF leadership visits 18th Wing

U.S. Air Force Gen. Ken Wilsbach, left, Pacific Air Forces commander, shakes hands with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods, 18th Wing command chief, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 3, 2021. During his visit, Wilsbach toured facilities, recognized Airmen for excellent performance and addressed threats to the Air Force mission during an all-call. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cesar J. Navarro)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kenneth Geier, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, reaches for an HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter during Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. U.S. Air Force SMA’s are highly-trained specialists who have multiple, integral roles and monitor all functions of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter flies over Okinawa in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. An HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter's mission equipment includes a retractable in-flight refueling probe, internal auxiliary fuel tanks, two crew-served 7.62mm or .50 caliber machine guns, and an 8,000-pound capacity cargo hook. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter flies over the Pacific Ocean in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021, Nov. 2, 2021. The HH-60G Pave Hawk is a highly modified version of the U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter, which features an upgraded communications and navigation suite. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter takes off in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 from Ukibaru Island, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. The primary mission of the HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter is to conduct day or night personnel recovery operations in hostile environments to recover isolated personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

U.S. Air Force Airmen, U.S. Marines, and Japan Air Self-Defence Force personnel prepare for Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 at Ukibaru Island, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. This is the first time JSDF invited U.S. forces to participate in RIDEX. This collaboration demonstrates the future of evolving capabilities as a bilateral team to support humanitarian and disaster relief operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

Pararescue jumpers from the 31st Rescue Squadron offload from a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 at Ukibaru Island, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. U.S. Air Force PJ’s are technical rescue experts who specialize in medical treatment and rescue operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

Combat controllers from the 320th Special Tactics Squadron, left, and 7th Marine Communication Battalion radio operators, right, communicate with aircraft during Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 at Ukibaru Island, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. U.S. Air Force CCT’s specialize in a multitude of infiltration methods including diving, parachuting and military freefall. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Brendon Russell, 7th Marine Communication Battalion radio operator, relays information on a radio during Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 at Ukibaru Island, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. Marine radio operators are responsible for setting up and maintaining radio equipment in order to establish communications with others. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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33rd RQS, Marines, and JSDF participate in RIDEX

A combat controller from the 320th Special Tactics Squadron observes a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter land during Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 at Ukibaru Island, Japan, Nov. 2, 2021. The mission of a CCT is to deploy into austere environments and establish assault zones, or airfields, while simultaneously conducting air traffic control. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force personnel approach a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 aboard the JS Kunisaki, in the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 2, 2021. This was the first time a 33rd RQS HH-60G landed on a JMSDF vessel. The exercise prepares U.S. Airmen, Sailors and Marines to work side by side with JMSDF in an operational environment with unknown contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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211102-F-JK399-1656

The JS Kunisaki sails on the Pacific Ocean in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 Nov. 2, 2021. The exercise prepared participants for what may come tomorrow by developing communication, collaboration, and partnership with Japan Self-Defense Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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211102-F-JK399-1656

Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force personnel observe as a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter approaches the JS Kunisaki in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021, in the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 2, 2021. This was the first time a 33 RQS HH-60G landed on a JMSDF vessel. The exercise enhances U.S. and Japan Forces bilateral capabilities for casualty rescue operations during times when humanitarian assistance and disaster relief efforts are needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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211102-F-JK399-1656

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter flies over the Pacific Ocean in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 Nov. 2, 2021. The HH-60G Pave Hawk is a twin-engine medium-lift helicopter operated by Air Combat Command, Pacific Air Forces, Air Education and Training Command, U.S. Air Forces in Europe, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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211102-F-JK399-1656

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Daniel Fournier, 33rd Rescue Squadron special missions aviator, looks out the side of an HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter aboard the JS Kunisaki on the Pacific Ocean in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 Nov. 2, 2021. This is the first time a 33rd RQS HH-60G has landed on a Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force vessel. U.S. Air Force SMAs are capable of providing weapon defense when necessary, in order for the team to successfully complete its missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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211102-F-JK399-1656

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter lands aboard the JS Kunisaki on the Pacific Ocean in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 Nov. 2, 2021. This is the first time a 33rd RQS HH-60G has landed on a Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force vessel. Rescue and medical services are fundamental to humanitarian aid and disaster relief operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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211102-F-JK399-1656

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk lands aboard the JS Kunisaki on the Pacific Ocean in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021 Nov. 2, 2021. This is the first time a 33rd RQS HH-60G pave Hawk helicopter has landed on a Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force vessel. Bilateral training allows the U.S. and Japan to exchange information and practices to improve interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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211102-F-JK399-1656

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter lands aboard the JS Kunisaki in support of Remote Island Disaster Exercise 2021, on the Pacific Ocean, Nov. 2, 2021. This is the first time a 33rd RQS HH-60G has landed on a Japan Maritime Self-Defence Force vessel. The HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter has folding rotor blades to improve transportability and shipboard operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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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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