U.S. INDOPACOM HOSTS VIRTUAL INDO-PACIFIC CHIEFS OF DEFENSE MEETING

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F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 391st Fighter Squadron hold on the arming pad during a no-notice fighter dispersal exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2023. Large-scale airpower generation exercises ensure Kadena-based Airmen and assets remain postured to deter, deny and defeat any threat to regional stability in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessi Roth)

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An F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron is marshaled onto the taxiway during a no-notice fighter dispersal exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2023. The exercise showcased the rapid-response capabilities of Airmen across the spectrum of operational, maintenance and support specializations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessi Roth)

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F-15E Strike Eagles assigned to the 391st Fighter Squadron taxi to the runway during a no-notice fighter dispersal exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2023. The exercise tested the 18th Wing’s ability to rapidly generate airpower to defend Japan and ensure regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessi Roth)

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F-35A Lightning II’s assigned to the 355th Fighter Squadron prepare to taxi during a no-notice fighter dispersal exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 22, 2023. The exercise tested the 18th Wing’s ability to rapidly generate airpower to defend Japan and ensure regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessi Roth)

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Destiny Boykin, a 36th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members fuel a F-35A Lightning II during a hot-pit refuel on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 28, 2023. A hot-pit refuel involves refueling an aircraft with the engines still to reduce ground time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Clevenger)

JASDF performs F-35 hot-pit refuel at Andersen AFB

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member refuels a F-35A Lightning II during a hot-pit refuel on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 28, 2023. These operations project that our regional coalition partners are evolving tactics and capabilities in order to maintain peace through deterrence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Clevenger)

JASDF performs F-35 hot-pit refuel at Andersen AFB

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member marshals a F-35A Lightning II during a hot-pit refuel on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Aug. 28, 2023. This is Japan's first time taking a fifth generation platform outside their country. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Clevenger)

JASDF performs F-35 hot-pit refuel at Andersen AFB

Photo of pararescuemen and jump masters from U.S. Air Force and Royal Brunei Air Force

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Photo of a silhouette of a U.S. Air Force master sergeant

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CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii - Admiral John C. Aquilino, Commander U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks during the Chiefs of Defense (CHODS) conference at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Headquarters, Hawaii. The virtual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense conference took place April 25. Senior military leaders from 24 countries participated in the conference, which provides a forum for military leaders from throughout the region to address the mutual security challenges and opportunities within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Army photo by Maj. Jonathan Camire)

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