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231204-F-RU502-1246

Tech. Sgt. Joanne Griffin, Pacific Air Forces Regional Band vocalist, stands at attention during the posting of the colors at the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD is DoD’s longest running humanitarian airlift operation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1214

A Team Andersen honor guardsman, presents the Air Force flag during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Collaboration with nations in the Indo-Pacific region exemplifies the strength of U.S. relationships and the shared commitment to humanitarian and disaster relief efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1208

A Team Andersen honor guardsman presents the Air Force flag during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD continues to be an important annual tradition with a long history of providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to the Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1157

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force (5th AF) commander, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Aiello, 5th AF command chief, pose for a group photo with Japan Air Self-Defense Force members assigned to the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron, during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Interoperability with partner nations ensures the U.S. remains ready for whenever and wherever the next disaster occurs. Throughout OCD, U.S. aircrew will fly alongside Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Canada with additional ground support from Australia and the Philippines. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1139

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, left, exchanges coins with Japan Air Self-Defense Force Air Staff Office Col. Kiyoshi Matsuura, during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Japan. The U.S.-Japan relationship is focused on reinforcing our security architecture of regional partnerships, including building new partnerships, and strengthening multilateral cooperation. Throughout OCD, U.S. aircrew will fly alongside Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Canada with additional ground support from Australia and the Philippines. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1117

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Barnes, Band of the Pacific pianist, performs during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The U.S focuses on reinforcing the security architecture of regional partnerships, including building new partnerships, and strengthening multilateral cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1109

The Pacific Trends ensemble of the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific performs during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The U.S focuses on reinforcing the security architecture of regional partnerships, including building new partnerships, and strengthening multilateral cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1449

(Left to right) Philippine Air Force Maj. Milton Jones Perez, 222nd Airlift Squadron C-130 instructor pilot, and U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Samantha Perez, 374th Airlift Wing community engagement chief, pose for a photo during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD is an opportunity to work together, to learn from one another, and to continue our successful joint efforts in support of humanitarian aid delivery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1429

Philippine Air Force Airmen and Bruce Best, Operation Christmas Drop (OCD) island liaison and coordinator, pose for a photo during the OCD 23 Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD is an opportunity to learn from allies and international partners while maintaining the readiness, proficiency, and interoperability of U.S. forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1424

Philippine Air Force Maj. Milton Jones Perez, 222nd Airlift Squadron C-130 instructor pilot, poses for a photo during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD is a Pacific Air Forces’-sponsored annual multinational humanitarian mission. Throughout the operation, donated supplies are gathered by private organizations and volunteers for airdrop to 58 islands across the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1397

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Elijah Wright, 36th Security Forces Squadron defender, narrates during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD is a Pacific Air Forces’-sponsored annual multinational humanitarian mission. Throughout the operation, donated supplies are gathered by private organizations and volunteers for airdrop to 58 islands across the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1370

Jennifer Johnson, U.S. Ambassador to the Federated States of Micronesia, gives opening remarks during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD continues to be an important annual tradition with a long history of providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief to the Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1338

Jennifer Johnson, U.S. Ambassador to the Federated States of Micronesia, gives opening remarks during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. By engaging in the OCD mission, the U.S. demonstrates its commitment to regional security and determination to be a reliable partner in times of need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1337

Jennifer Johnson, U.S. Ambassador to the Federated States of Micronesia, gives opening remarks during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. By engaging in the OCD mission, the U.S. demonstrates its commitment to regional security and determination to be a reliable partner in times of need. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1306

His Excellency Wesley Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia, gives opening remarks during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Events like OCD 23 allow participating nations an opportunity to provide needed assistance to remote populations while also offering the ability to maintain preparedness for real-world emergencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1299

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Campos, 374th Maintenance Group commander, gives remarks during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The 374th Airlift Wing’s aircraft and crews are put to the test during OCD, ensuring that they are prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to any contingencies, including disaster relief and humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1286

U.S. Air Force Col. Kyle Benwitz, 515th Air Mobility Operations Wing commander, gives a speech during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD plays a crucial role in maintaining the airlift mission readiness in the Indo-Pacific region, where it often faces various operational challenges to include a large geographical area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1273

Members of the U.S Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Royal Canadian Air Force, and Royal Australian Air Force listen to a speech during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Interoperability with partner nations ensures the U.S. remains ready for whenever and wherever the next disaster occurs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1265

Members of the U.S Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, Royal Canadian Air Force, and Royal Australian Air Force listen to a speech during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD helps build and enhance the necessary coordination, integration, and execution skills to support future humanitarian assistance efforts in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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231204-F-RU502-1257

From left, Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan (USFJ) and Fifth Air Force (5th AF) commander, Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Aiello, 5th AF command chief, Chief Master Sgt. Leon Calloway, USFJ senior enlisted leader, Major Gen. John Klein, U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center (USAFEC) commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Courtney Freeman, USAFEC command chief, listen to an invocation during the Operation Christmas Drop 2023 (OCD 23) Push Ceremony, Dec. 4, 2023, at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. OCD is an opportunity to work with allies and international partners, to learn from one another, and to continue our successful joint efforts in support of humanitarian aid delivery. Throughout OCD, U.S. aircrew will fly alongside Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Canada with additional ground support from Australia and the Philippines. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Taylor Altier)
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