Kadena F15s deploy to USCENTCOM Published May 29, 2020 By Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton 18th Wing Public Affairs KADENA AIR BASE, Japan -- An F-15C Eagle takes off from Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 28, 2020, headed for the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility. Members of the 18th Wing deployed to CENTCOM to defend U.S. and partner nation interests in the region and preserve the international rules-based order. While the 44th Fighter Squadron and support personnel contribute to the CENTCOM mission, the full spectrum of capability at Kadena Air Base stands ready to support a safe and secure Indo-Pacific and the defense of Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Sutton)