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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Leon Calloway, Command Senior Enlisted Leader, and Chief Master Sgt. Shaun Campbell, 5th Air Force command chief, speak during an Order of the Sword Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. Induction into the Order of the Sword is the highest honor and tribute the Air Force enlisted corps can bestow upon any individual. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp stands at attention while the Yokota Air Base Honor Guard posts the colors during an Order of the Sword Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. A tradition whose foundation dates back to the 12th Century, the old “Royal Order of the Sword” ceremony was revised, updated and adopted by the Noncommissioned Officers of the United States Air Force in 1967. Since then, less than 300 Airmen have had this honor bestowed upon them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kenneth Hauck, 374th Airlift Wing command chief, stands at attention while the Yokota Air Base honor guardsmen bring in the ceremonial sword during an Order of the Sword Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. A tradition whose foundation dates back to the 12th Century, the old “Royal Order of the Sword” ceremony was revised, updated and adopted by the Noncommissioned Officers of the United States Air Force in 1967. Since then, less than 300 Airmen have had this honor bestowed upon them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

Yokota Air Base Honor Guardsmen post the ceremonial sword in front of U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp during an Order of the Sword Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. Rupp’s induction to the Order of the Sword marks only the 17th time in history that the men and women of the Pacific Air Forces have bestowed this honor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Mehtar Sullivan, Order of the Sword Sergeant at Arms, salutes Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp during an Order of the Sword Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. A tradition whose foundation dates back to the 12th Century, the old “Royal Order of the Sword” ceremony was revised, updated and adopted by the Noncommissioned Officers of the United States Air Force in 1967. Since then, less than 300 Airmen have had this honor bestowed upon them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

Participants of the Order of the Sword ceremony take a group picture at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. Induction into the Order of the Sword is the highest honor and tribute the Air Force enlisted corps can bestow upon any individual. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp addresses the audience during an Order of the Sword Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. Rupp’s induction to the Order of the Sword marks only the 17th time in history that the men and women of the Pacific Air Forces have bestowed this honor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp leads the room in singing the Air Force song during an Order of the Sword Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. Rupp’s induction to the Order of the Sword marks only the 17th time in history that the men and women of the Pacific Air Forces have bestowed this honor. Rupp’s induction to the Order of the Sword marks only the 17th time in history that the men and women of the Pacific Air Forces have bestowed this honor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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5AF Commander inducted into Order of the Sword

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Mehtar Sullivan, Order of the Sword Sergeant at Arms, presents a proclamation during an Order of the Sword Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2024. Induction into the Order of the Sword is the highest honor and tribute the Air Force enlisted corps can bestow upon any individual. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)
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U.S. Air Force Airmen and Republic of Korea Air Force service members gather for a group photo to commemorate the start of exercise Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 9, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. As one of the numerous training events where U.S. service members work closely with allied and partner nations, HG24 puts into practice several scenario-based training to ensure the preparedness of each nation for future and current operations - showcasing the mutual respect, interoperability and friendship shared. (ROKAF courtesy photo)
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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel gather around a monument at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 13, 2024, at Busan, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. On days without flying operations, the U.S. and ROK forces gathered together to participate in cultural exchanges and activities to strengthen the bonds between the two nations. Concluding the event, both nations visited the UNMC to pay respects to the fallen prior to departure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force loadmasters assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron showcase operations and uses of the static line system on a C-130J Super Hercules during a subject matter exchange event in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 13, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members throughout the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to collaborate, exchange knowledge and ultimately advance interoperability across the Indo-Pacific region with their ROK Air Force partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Army and Republic of Korea Army Soldiers conduct a static-line jump out of a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, near Gimhae Air Base, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. Personnel assigned to Special Operations Command Korea routinely train with other units from around the Indo-Pacific region, including U.S. and multinational partners, ensuring a continued state of readiness toward a credible and integrated deterrence force posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel load a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron with several container delivery system bundles for a mass airdrop operation in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to learn more about ROK Air Force procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel load a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron with several container delivery system bundles for a mass airdrop operation in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to learn more about ROK Air Force procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force Capt. Zack Norton, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, discusses mission planning alongside Republic of Korea Air Force C-130J Super Hercules pilots during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 11, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. As one of the numerous training events where U.S. service members work closely with allied and partner nations, HG24 puts into practice several scenario-based training to ensure the preparedness of each nation for future and current operations - showcasing the mutual respect, interoperability and friendship shared. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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A heavy equipment bundle exits the ramp of a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during airdrop operations in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 2024, near Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Adam Walenski, 36th Airlift Squadron evaluator loadmaster, prepares a heavy equipment bundle for an airdrop during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th Airlift Squadron to learn more about ROKAF procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Carson Christian, 374th Operations Support Squadron joint airdrop inspector, inspects heavy equipment for an airdrop during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members throughout the 374th OSS, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th Airlift Squadron to collaborate, exchange knowledge and ultimately advance interoperability across the Indo-Pacific region with their ROK Air Force partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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Bamboo Eagle: ‘Upping our game’ for Great Power Competition

U.S. Navy Sailors from the 3rd Fleet participate in exercise Bamboo Eagle 24-3 along with U.S. Airmen, Guardians, Marines, and allies from Australia and the United Kingdom into a combined force in a live, virtual, and constructive environment at the 705th Combat Training Squadron at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, Aug. 5, 2024. Last month, the exercise conducted live-fly operations in the eastern Pacific and a simultaneous 24-hour live, virtual, and constructive, or LVC, rolling scenario, tackling issues involving distributed command and control, communications degradation, logistics and sustainment challenges, and fighting through the tyranny of distance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Shelton Keel)
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