U.S. Air Force Capt. Eric Henry, 909th Air Refueling Squadron KC-135 Stratotanker pilot, conducts a preflight brief prior to departing to Anderson Air Force Base, Guam at Kadena Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2026. This mission supported the arrival of the F-15EX to Kadena reinforcing the United States’ long-term commitment to regional deterrence and defense under the U.S.-Japan alliance while ensuring Kadena remains postured to respond rapidly to emerging threats across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arnet Tamayo)
| Date Taken: | 06.24.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.01.2026 00:29 |
| Photo ID: | 9784872 |
| VIRIN: | 260625-F-KO634-1010 |
| Resolution: | 3864x2571 |
| Size: | 2.69 MB |
| Location: | KADENA AIR BASE, OKINAWA, JP |
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