18th Wing commander conducts CSAR training

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk lands at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 27, 2023. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for the mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters, as well as the rescue of civilian personnel, U.S. and allied military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

18th Wing commander conducts CSAR training

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, 18th Wing commander, waits to approach a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 27, 2023. The 33rd RQS supports the 18th Wing’s mission by providing combat search and rescue whileensuring Kadena is ready to provide support to Allies in the U.S. Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

18th Wing commander conducts CSAR training

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. David Eaglin, 18th Wing commander, prepares for takeoff in an HH-60G Pave Hawk at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 27, 2023. Eaglin joined the 33rd RQS for combat search and rescue training, piloting the HH-60 and performing combat maneuvers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

18th Wing commander conducts CSAR training

A U.S. Air Force special missions aviator assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron fires a GAU-18 .50 caliber weapons system during a combat search and rescue training mission over the Pacific Ocean, April 27, 2023. Regular training flights allow SMAs to hone mission-essential skills in preparation for real-world contingencies in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

18th Wing commander conducts CSAR training

A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk hovers during a combat search and rescue training mission over the Pacific Ocean, April 27, 2023. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for the mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters, as well as the rescue of civilian personnel, U.S. and allied military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

18th Wing commander conducts CSAR training

A U.S. Air Force special missions aviator assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron watches an HH-60G Pave Hawk perform a hover during a combat search and rescue training mission over the Pacific Ocean, April 27, 2023. Regular training flights allow SMAs to hone mission-essential skills in preparation for real-world contingencies in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

18th Wing commander conducts CSAR training

Published April 28, 2023
By Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer
18th Wing Public Affairs

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan -- A 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60G Pave Hawk lands at Kadena Air Base, Japan, April 27, 2023. The 33rd RQS maintains readiness for the mobilization, deployment and employment of helicopters, as well as the rescue of civilian personnel, U.S. and allied military members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)