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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

Seven MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron fly over the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. Low altitude flying allows pilots and aircrew to train the pivotal skill of operating in low-level environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

Six MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron taxi down the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. This was the first time the 1st SOS generated all seven aircraft to complete a formation flight during the biennial “Flight of the Flock” training event.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prepares to marshall an MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron during the biennial “Flight of the Flock” training event at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. Formation flights exercise the ability of aircrews and maintainers to quickly generate aircraft and move large numbers of ground forces and equipment in hostile or denied territory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron perform preflight maintenance on an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. This was the first time the 1st SOS generated all seven aircraft to complete a formation flight during the biennial “Flight of the Flock” training event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

1st Special Operations Squadron loadmasters, observe a 1st SOS MC-130J Commando II during the Flight of the Flock formation at Kadena Air Base, Japan Jan. 6, 2022. This formation showcased the 1st SOS MC-130J Commando II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A formation of 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II’s fly during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. This “Flight of the Flock” formation was the first time all seven 1st SOS MC-130J Commando II aircraft were generated for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A formation of 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II’s fly during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. The 1st SOS operates the MC-130J Commando II to provide infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of special operations forces and equipment in hostile or denied territory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A formation of MC-130J Commando II’s fly during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. The 1st SOS is on-call to conduct specialized mobility with the MC-130J Commando II in order to conduct infiltration, exfiltration and resupply for allied forces in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A 1st Special Operations Squadron loadmaster observes a formation of MC-130J Commando II’s fly during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. 1st SOS loadmasters are responsible for ensuring people and equipment in the MC-130J Commando II are safely and efficiently transported to their location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 353rd Special Operations Wing observe an MC-130J Commando II during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. As the only U.S. Air Force Special Operations Command unit in the Pacific, the 353rd SOW is the focal point for special operations aviation activity in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

1st Special Operations Squadron loadmasters conduct an airdrop during the “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan Jan. 6, 2022. “Flight of the Flock” is a rare training opportunity to test the pilots and aircrew’s ability to conduct accurate airdrops. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)

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Connecting Kadena to the Indo-Pacific

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Begeman, 353rd Special Operations Support Squadron intelligence flight chief, stands in front of a squadron emblem at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2021. Begeman is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Global Studies from American Military University in addition to teaching international relations and National Defense Strategy courses at the McDaniel Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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Connecting Kadena to the Indo-Pacific

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Begeman, 353rd Special Operations Support Squadron intelligence flight chief, stands outside of his squadron building at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Dec. 1, 2021. Begeman is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Global Studies from American Military University in addition to teaching international relations and National Defense Strategy courses at the McDaniel Center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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Connecting Kadena to the Indo-Pacific

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Begeman, 353rd Special Operations Support Squadron intelligence flight chief, explains key terminology corresponding to international relations at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 17, 2021. International relations is the study of the interaction of nation-states and non-governmental organizations in fields such as politics, economics and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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Connecting Kadena to the Indo-Pacific

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Begeman, 353rd Special Operations Support Squadron intelligence flight chief, teaches an international relations course at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 17, 2021. Begeman teaches the international relations course at the McDaniel Center to help Airmen understand how they fit into the strategic environment in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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ADAPT Champions: Promoting healthy relationships with alcohol

This graphic is used to explain the ADAPT Champions program. (courtesy graphic)

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ADAPT Champions: Promoting healthy relationships with alcohol

Airman 1st Class Dylan Workman Yarbro, 353rd Special Operations Support Squadron logistics planner, holds out a “Know Your Limits” wallet card at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2021. The back of the “Know Your Limits” wallet card contains a blood alcohol content chart for men and women. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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ADAPT Champions: Promoting healthy relationships with alcohol

Senior Airman Stephanie Augst, 18th Operational Readiness Medical Squadron Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment technician, gives an alcohol abuse briefing at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2021. An ADAPT Champion is encouraged to speak at commander’s calls and host unit newcomers briefings to ensure they are a visible and familiar resource to their units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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ADAPT Champions: Promoting healthy relationships with alcohol

Senior Airman Alexander Price, left, 353rd Special Operations Support Squadron cyber systems operations technician, poses with a sword while wearing alcohol impairment goggles during an alcohol abuse awareness event at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2021. Increasing unit’s understanding of responsible alcohol consumption is one of the main goals of the ADAPT Champions program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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ADAPT Champions: Promoting healthy relationships with alcohol

Airman 1st Class Rebekah Roberts, right, 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, wears vision impairment goggles while sword fighting Senior Airman Alexander Price, left, 353rd Special Operations Support Squadron cyber systems operations technician, during an alcohol abuse awareness event at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2021. The vision impairment goggles simulate the effects of being under the influence of alcohol. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)

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