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    Partners in patient care: 18AES and JASDF train for real-world patient response [Image 15 of 16]

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    Partners in patient care: 18AES and JASDF train for real-world patient response

    KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA, JAPAN

    05.13.2026

    Photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez 

    18th Wing

    Japan Air Self-Defense Force Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron members, clap as U.S. Air Force Maj. Joseph Alvarez, center, 18th AES chief of clinical management, administers a nasopharyngeal airway to Staff. Sgt. Richard Street, 18th AES AE paramedic during bilateral training, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, May 13, 2026. Members of the 18th AES undergo extensive training to respond to various emergency medical scenarios, ensuring they are prepared to evacuate, treat and transport wounded military and civilian personnel at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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    Date Taken: 05.13.2026
    Date Posted: 05.29.2026 00:48
    Photo ID: 9713792
    VIRIN: 260513-F-BX586-1943
    Resolution: 7683x5122
    Size: 16.23 MB
    Location: KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA, JP

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