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    MCAS Iwakuni Bilateral SEL DV Visit [Image 18 of 19]

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    Military personnel in olive green flight suits are gathered in what appears to be a squadron ready room or operations space. Two foreground figures wear patches indicating VMFA-242 (a U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 squadron), with the male figure's name tag reading 'A.J. Buchmann, Capt, USMC'. A neon sign reading 'Welcome to the Batcave' is visible in the background, a common informal nickname for squadron spaces.

    IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, JAPAN

    08.18.2026

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Maikeyla Reyes 

    Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni

    U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Elizabeth Ocampo, left, an aircraft ordnance technician with Marine Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA) 242, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, and a native of Chicago, Illinois, and Capt. Alex Buchmann, right, a pilot with VMFA-242, MAG 12, 1st MAW, and a native of Arvada, Colorado, explain the daily operations of an aircraft ordinance technician to senior enlisted leaders from various U.S. Marine Corps, Japan Air Self-Defense Force and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force units during a joint senior enlisted leaders visit at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, Aug 19, 2026. This visit introduced USMC senior enlisted leader from commands around the Pacific to JSDF SELs to discuss plans to improve exchange programs for enlisted personnel, and to observe F-35B Lightning II aircraft and their maintenance area. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Maikeyla Reyes)

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    Date Taken: 08.18.2026
    Date Posted: 09.01.2026 20:27
    Photo ID: 9894420
    VIRIN: 260819-M-MR025-1292
    Resolution: 5110x7661
    Size: 13.79 MB
    Location: IWAKUNI, YAMAGUCHI, JP
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    A formal military briefing or staff meeting is taking place at a large conference table, involving personnel in two distinct uniforms — US Marine Corps camouflage (MARPAT) on the left and what appears to be Japan Self-Defense Force uniforms on the right. Participants are reviewing printed documents and briefing materials. A display screen in the background shows 'Hyperion' and 'MCEDS 1.0.12.0 Always On' text.
    A formal military conference or briefing is taking place around a large wooden conference table. Personnel in multiple camouflage uniform patterns, including what appears to be USMC MARPAT and an Asian military digital camouflage pattern, are seated together alongside civilian attendees. The meeting appears to be a multinational military coordination session with documents, name placards, and beverages on the table.
    A group of U.S. Marines are seated around a conference table during what appears to be a briefing or meeting. A female Marine in MARPAT camouflage uniform is actively speaking and gesturing with her hand, appearing to be the primary presenter or discussant. Several other Marines in similar uniforms are seated nearby, with documents and a coffee cup visible on the table.
    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT camouflage uniform is seated at a conference table, appearing to speak during a formal meeting. A name placard in Japanese script is visible on the table in front of him, along with documents, a water bottle, and a tea cup. A second individual in the foreground, partially visible and out of focus, appears to be wearing a camouflage uniform as well.
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    A U.S. Marine in MARPAT digital camouflage uniform with the name tape 'KUO' and 'U.S. MARINES' tape is standing and speaking or presenting in what appears to be an indoor briefing room. A second Marine in the foreground is seated and appears to be applauding. The setting suggests a formal or semi-formal military meeting or recognition event.
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    A group photo of approximately 15 individuals, predominantly wearing Japanese Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) digital camouflage uniforms, posing with what appears to be a U.S. Marine in woodland MARPAT camouflage. The group is gathered in front of a building that appears to be a military facility, suggesting a joint military exchange or cooperative event. Two civilians in casual attire are also present in the background.
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    A group of military personnel and civilians walk across an airfield tarmac in front of a large aircraft hangar. The group includes individuals wearing olive green flight suits, blue-grey digital camouflage uniforms consistent with Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), green camouflage uniforms, and civilian attire. The setting appears to be a joint military base visit or tour conducted under clear, sunny conditions.
    A group of military personnel from multiple nations are gathered under an open aircraft shelter examining an F-35 fighter jet marked with 'VMFA-2' on its tail, indicating a U.S. Marine Corps Fighter Attack Squadron. Personnel wearing at least two distinct camouflage patterns — U.S. Marine MARPAT and a blue/grey digital pattern consistent with Japanese Self-Defense Force uniforms — are present alongside civilians. The setting appears to be a military airfield, likely during a bilateral or multilateral exchange or demonstration event.
    Military personnel from what appears to be two different armed forces are gathered on an airfield tarmac for a briefing or tour around an F-35 fighter jet. A pilot in a flight suit appears to be explaining or demonstrating features of the aircraft to the assembled group. The setting includes fabric hangar structures in the background, suggesting a forward operating base or temporary facility.
    A group of approximately 25 military personnel pose for a formal group photograph in front of an F-35 fighter jet under a hangar shelter. The group includes members wearing multiple uniform types, suggesting a multinational or joint-service gathering. The setting appears to be a military airfield or flight line.
    Military personnel in olive green flight suits are gathered in what appears to be a squadron ready room or operations space. Two foreground figures wear patches indicating VMFA-242 (a U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18 squadron), with the male figure's name tag reading 'A.J. Buchmann, Capt, USMC'. A neon sign reading 'Welcome to the Batcave' is visible in the background, a common informal nickname for squadron spaces.
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