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168th Security Forces FAST Team supports Pacific Angel 24-2 search and rescue exercise in Nepal
October 4, 2024 — The United States Air Force Security Forces watching over our aircraft as we depart on a mission may not always be at the forefront of our minds, but for the Defenders, security is their top priority. The 168th Wing Security Forces Defenders recently provided a Fly-Away Security Team (FAST) to support Pacific Angel 24-2 in Kathmandu, Nepal, Sept. 16-29, 2024... MORE

Nepali Army members await care after a simulated hazardous material emergency during Pacific Angel 24-2 in Kathmandu, Nepal, Sept. 17, 2024.

PACAF Band Revisits Sendai
September 28, 2024 — The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific-Asia traveled to the Sendai region of Japan on a mission to honor the victims and survivors of the earthquake and tsunami disaster that occurred on March 11, 2011, bringing with them the same spirit of hope and solidarity that first united them with the community 13 years ago... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific-Asia performs for residents of Kabanomachi, a coastal town near Sendai city, Japan, in the Kabanomachi Elementary School gymnasium, on Sept. 3, 2011. The band traveled and played at Kabanomachi Elementary in the aftermath of a tsunami that struck the eastern coast of Japan on March 11, 2011, causing 19,759 deaths and severe damage. The U.S. Department of Defense mounted a massive humanitarian relief mission known as “Operation Tomodachi”, with the USAF flying 225 missions to deliver 4.2 million pounds of cargo and approximately 2,800 people within the first two weeks after the disaster, providing essential aid and support to Japanese partners and neighbors. (U.S. Air Force photo by SrA Erica Ashley Huseby)

Air, Space & Cyber Conference Wraps, PACAF’s Commitment to Indo-Pacific Continues
September 20, 2024 — As the curtain closed today on the 2024 Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference, one theme resonated throughout the event – Pacific Air Forces total commitment to maintaining a decisive advantage in the Indo-Pacific region amidst growing global threats... MORE

ANG unit reflects on flexing through obstacles at multinational exercise in India
September 20, 2024 — For the 148th Fighter Squadron, an F-16 Fighting Falcon Air National Guard unit, based out of Duluth, Minnesota, Tarang Shakti-24 provided invaluable training through obstacles from Aug 29 to Sept. 14, 2024 at Jodhpur Air Force Station in Rajasthan, India... MORE

The Umaid Bawan Palace sits behind the Johdpur Air Station flightline as a 179th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon prepares for takeoff during Tarang Shakti-24 in Rajasthan, India, Sept. 5, 2024.

36th Fighter Squadron integrates with ROKAF F-35s
September 12, 2024 — U.S. Air Force F-16s assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing participated in combined “Airborne Alert Interdiction” flying training with F-35As from the Republic of Korea Air Force’s 17th Fighter Wing, Aug. 26-29... MORE

A South Korean Air Force F-35A from the Republic of Korea Air Force’s 17th Fighter Wing takes off from Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 29, 2024. ROK F-35s integrated with U.S. Air Force F-16s from the 51st Fighter Wing to identify and destroy simulated enemy ground threats. (Republic of Korea Air Force courtesy photo)

Tarang Shakti: a bond that strengthens through purpose and passion
September 11, 2024 — An aircraft piloted by forest green suited aviators fueled its legacy of fierceness and fire - we call it the A-10 Thunderbolt II. They are recognized for their unique mission; providing close air support to those on the ground, which emboldens a shared iconic mindset for those a part of the 25th Fighter Squadron and 25th Fighter Generation Squadron... MORE

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing speaks with members of the Indian Air Force during Tarang Shakti 24 Phase II at Jodhpur Air Force Station, Rajasthan, India, Aug. 31, 2024. Opportunities to collaborate during events like TS24 build on existing capabilities, aircrew tactics, and force employment techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sabrina Fuller-Judd)

PACAF joins Allies, partners in Indian Air Force led exercise to enhance diverse cooperation
September 5, 2024 — Pacific Air Force units arrived for Tarang Shakti 24 Phase II at Jodhpur Air Force Station, India, Aug. 30, 2024. The exercise, which was broken into two phases to allow for optimum participation from 10 nations and 18 observing nations, is the largest multinational exercise India has held... MORE

Servicemembers from multiple countries' Air Forces participating in Tarang Shakti 2024

Pacific Angel 24-3 concludes in Vietnam
September 5, 2024 — Pacific Angel 24-3 concluded in Quang Ngai and Quang Nam provinces, Vietnam, with a closing ceremony following 10 days of concurrent engineering, medical events and subject matter expert exchanges, Aug. 30... MORE

Bilateral exercise Pacific Angel 24-1 successfully completed in Papua New Guinea
September 3, 2024 — Personnel from the U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, French Navy and Papua New Guinea Defence Force marked the successful completion of five days of bilateral training and increased mutual cooperation during the Pacific Angel 24-1 closing ceremony at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, August 30, 2024... MORE

Papua New Guinea Defence Force Col. Craig Solomon (left), Air Wing commander, presents a gift to Royal Australian Air Force personnel at the closing ceremony for Pacific Angel 24-1 at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, Aug. 30, 2024.

U.S. Air Force Airmen conduct Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance Exchange with Vietnam Air Force during PAC ANGEL 24-3
September 3, 2024 — United States Air Force medical teams from multiple major commands including Air Education and Training Command, Pacific Air Forces, and Air Combat Command conducted a four-day Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) with the Vietnamese Air Force in Quang Ngai and Quang Nam provinces, Vietnam, from Aug. 26-29, 2024, as part of Pacific Angel 24-3... MORE

USAF, RAAF and PNGDF training efforts culminate with aeromedical evacuation FTX during Pac Angel 24-1
August 31, 2024 — U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force and Papua New Guinea Defence Force personnel culminated three days of aeromedical evacuation training and subject matter expert exchanges with a field training exercise during Pacific Angel 24-1 at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, August 28, 2024... MORE

Papua New Guinea Defence Force medical personnel transport a “patient” between aircraft during Pacific Angel 24-1 at Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport, Papua New Guinea, Aug. 29, 2024.

Pacific Angel 24-1 kicks off in Papua New Guinea
August 26, 2024 — The U.S. Air Force in conjunction with the Royal Australian Air Force French Air Force and the Papua New Guinea Defence Force kicked off Pacific Angel 24-1 at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, August 24, 2024... MORE

U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, French Air Force and Papua New Guinea Defence Force personnel participating in Pacific Angel 24-1pose for a group photo at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, August 24, 2024.

Opening Ceremony kicks off Pacific Angel 24-3 in Vietnam
August 24, 2024 — The United States Armed Forces are working together conducting concurrent Engineering, Medical events and Subject Matter Expert Exchanges in Quang Ngai and Quang Nam provinces, Vietnam from Aug. 20 -31, 2024 as part of Pacific Angel 24-3... MORE

Space Force Supports Maui Firefighters
August 21, 2024 — In a rapid response to a wildfire on Maui’s Haleakalā in July, the U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific Headquarters provided valuable and timely commercial analytics to local government officials and first responders... MORE

A map presented by U.S. Space Force to Maui Emergency Management Agency, shows where the fire was spreading at Haleakalā, Hawaii, July 18, 2024. The data aided firefighters in their efforts to contain and extinguish the blaze. This coordination demonstrates the Space Force's commitment to support civil authorities in times of crisis. (Courtesy Photo)

Red Flag-Alaska 24-3 Set to kick-off
August 16, 2024 — Red Flag-Alaska 24-3, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, is scheduled to begin Aug. 15, with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex and is scheduled to run through Aug. 30. Red Flag-Alaska is designed to provide realistic training in a simulated combat environment... MORE

From Craters to Combat-Ready: PACAF and JASDF Engineers Conduct Explosive Airfield Exercise
August 14, 2024 — U.S. Air Force civil engineers from the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron at Yokota Air Base and Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) engineers participated in a live fire rapid airfield damage repair (RADR) exercise at Draughon Range, north of Misawa Air Base July 8-12, 2024... MORE

Onward to Prevail: 2024 Indo-Pacific Unity Allies and Partners Engineer Summit
August 12, 2024 — The Indo-Pacific Unity Allies and Partners Engineer Summit was held for its fourth year at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 23-26, 2024... MORE

The Indo-Pacific Unity Allies and Partners Engineer Summit was held for its fourth year at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, July 23-26, 2024.

USAF conducts interoperability training with European and Indo-Pacific nations during Exercise Pitch Black 24
July 28, 2024 — Interoperability is defined as the ability of military groups to operate in conjunction with each other. When it comes to putting together a 22 day exercise with 20 participating nations, over 140 aircraft, and upwards of 4000 personnel a lot of international teamwork comes into play... MORE

Photo of Aircraft from multiple nations flying together during Exercise Pitch Black 24

Defense information sites gather for annual FCO conference, discuss network, information capabilities
July 22, 2024 — The 374th Communications Squadron hosted its annual Facility Control Office Conference on July 12 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, to discuss updates to the Department of Defense Information Network... MORE

USAF Joins 19 Nations for Australian Led Pitch Black Exercise
July 3, 2024 — The United States will participate in Exercise Pitch Black 2024 largely based at Royal Australian Air Force Base Darwin and Base Tindal, Australia, July 12 – Aug. 2, 2024... MORE