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Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association Award-winning Airman Fortifies Japanese-American Relations

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class William Raley, left, a 610th Air Control Flight weapons director technician, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shigeru Aihata, right, a 6th Air Defense Missile Group supply management section chief, prepare to receive the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association award at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 6, 2019. The JAAGA awards happen annually, honoring the top JASDF and U.S. Air Force member who best contributes to building U.S.-Japan partnerships.

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Lt. Gen. Schneider Takes Command of U.S. Military in Japan

U.S. Navy Adm. Philip S. Davidson, commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, (left), prepares to transfer command of United States Forces Japan from U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen Jerry P. Martinez, (center), to U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider (right), at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 5, 2019. Schneider previously served as the chief of staff, United States Indo-Pacific Command.

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Yokota Passenger Terminal; Gateway to the Far East

Airman 1st Class Alexander Blankenship, 730th Air Mobility Squadron passenger service agent, guides passengers to the entrance of the Yokota Air Base, Japan, Passenger Terminal entrance, Nov. 28, 2018. After landing at Yokota, passengers will either go to a waiting area before boarding their next flight, or will got through customs to begin their stay in Japan.

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Keen Sword 19: Historic First Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces Jump from USAF C-130Js in Japan

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade confirm their delivery procedures over Hiju-dai drop zone, Oita prefecture, Japan, Nov. 4, 2018, during Keen Sword 19. Approximately 280 JGSDF personnel conducted jump training from U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules’ for the first time in Japan.

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Keen Sword 19: Historic First Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces Jump from USAF C-130Js in Japan

Crewmembers with the 36th Airlift Squadron fly over Kyushu, Japan, Nov. 4, 2018, during Keen Sword 19. U.S. Air Force C-130J Super HerculesÕ with the 36 AS became the first U.S. aircraft to drop Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers on Hiju-dai drop zone, Oita prefecture, Japan.

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Wild Weasels Engage in Yamada Sub Base Bilateral Exchange

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Senior Airman Shimizu, left, a 37th Surveillance Squadron radar maintenance technician, looks at a Japanese phrase book with U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Hannah Tatum’s, a 35th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission systems technician, during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. U.S. Air Force members from various career fields stayed with their JASDF counterparts to better integrate with each other. Participants obtained a deeper understanding of cultural differences among themselves and learned to perform tasks together, ensuring fluid mission execution in the future.

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This plane is on fire! 18 Civil Engineer Squadron and Naha AB Firefighters Conduct Joint Live-fire Training

Members from the 18th Civil Engineer Squadron show members from Naha Air Base fire fighters how to combat an aircraft fire during joint live-fire training Aug. 7th, 2018 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Members from the 18th CES teamed up with a member from the Naha AB firefighters to work on aircraft fire procedures as part of the exercise.

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Learning to fly

Airmen from the 17th Special Operations Squadron prepare an MC-130J Commando II for flight July 12, 2018 at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 17th SOS is one of multiple Air Force Special Operations Command units utilizing the "Green Flight" program for new Airmen, helping them get up to speed and efficient in their new roles before putting them on live flights.

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Hard to Raptor head around

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Taylor Bryant, 525th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, goes through pre-flight procedures June 28, 2018, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Rotational forces are integral to increasing our military combat capabilities, which are essential to U.S. power projection and security obligations.

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Skilled in Combat

The 374th Security Forces Squadron 2018 Security Forces Advanced Combat Skills Assessment team pose for a photo on the flightline they protect daily, June 15, 2018, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. The 374 SFS team placed first during the 2018 ACSA competition held at Andersen Air Force base, Guam.

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USFJ command chief welcomes JASDF F-35A to Misawa

U.S. Army Capt. Lee Schroeder, left, the Delta Detachment 1st Space Company Joint Tactic Army Ground Station commander, walks with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Terrence A. Greene, right, the United States Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force command chief, during his visit to the JTAGS facility at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23, 2018. Greene's tour included meeting with Team Misawa and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members in order to better understand the capabilities and responsibilities each unit contributes to the "fight tonight" mentality.

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Vice President Pence Troop Talk in Japan

Vice President of the United States Michael Pence speaks during a troop talk, Feb. 8, 2018, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. During the speech Pence spoke to the importance of a strong Japanese-U.S. relationship to help ensure stability in the Indo-Asia Pacific region.

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Vice President Pence Troop Talk in Japan

Vice President of the United States Michael Pence shakes hands with Lt. Gen. Hiroaki Maehara Air Defense Command commander, Feb. 8, 2018, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. While in Japan, Pence visited Japanese officials including Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, meet with troops, and addressed Yokota Air Base service members before heading to South Korea for the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympics.

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Vice President Pence Arrives in Japan

Vice President of the United States Michael R. Pence and wife Karen walk through a 374th Honor Guard cordon during his arrival at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Feb. 6, 2018. While in Japan, Pence is expected to visit Japanese officials including Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, meet with troops, and address Yokota Air Base service members before heading to South Korea for the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics.

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Dealing out care from land, sea and air

A simulated patient is loaded for transportation during a joint field training exercise, Jan. 26, 2018, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The U.S. Army and Navy assisted with transporting and caring for the wounded patients.

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JASDF bilateral training

Japan Air Self Defense Force officers and their United States Air Force counterparts discuss the outcome of their bilateral exchange Jan. 11, 2018, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Both JASDF and USAF members gained valuable knowledge from the bilateral exchange.

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Vehicle Maintenance

Refueling trucks sit parked, Dec. 21, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The refueling maintenance shop is an outlying vehicle maintenance shop of the 18th Wing Logistics Readiness Squadron at Kadena AB that specializes in maintaining and repairing refuel trucks.

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A pilots gear

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Rosendo Garcia, right, a 35th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, shows U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Anthony Spadaro, the U.S. Pacific Command senior enlisted leader, left, a cold weather uniform pilots wear during winter training as part of his two-day visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 21, 2017. Spadaro visited various units across Misawa, including the 35th Security Forces Squadron, 35th Maintenance Group, and the 35th Medical Group, seeing first hand Misawa’s mission capabilities.

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Coalition in the classroom: JASDF Student Graduates NCOA

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Masaaki Hayakawa, 701st Squadron, Special Airlift Group, prepares to graduate alongside his class Dec. 21, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The Air Force hosts joint classes sometimes containing service members from different countries to promote bilateral ties and education

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Stronger together

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Anthony Spadaro, the U.S. Pacific Command senior enlisted leader, coins Japan Air Self-Defense Force Chief Warrant Officer Hirotakn Sasaki, command chief of Northern Aircraft Control and Warning Wing, during a two-day visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 20, 2017. Spadaro’s visit served as an opportunity to meet with JASDF 3rd Air Wing leadership and engage with the Koku-Jiei-Tai junior enlisted, reaffirming the alliance between the two countries.

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