Photo by Senior Airman Catherine Daniel | 18th Wing | 02.17.2026
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Edgar Browne, 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron avionics noncommissioned officer in charge, assists members of the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association with an interactive display demonstrating MQ-9 Reaper capabilities during a tour at Kadena Air Base, Feb. 18, 2026. Established in 1996, JAAGA works to strengthen U.S.–Japan relations by promoting......
Photo by Senior Airman Catherine Daniel | 18th Wing | 02.17.2026
Members of the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association learn about U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper capabilities during a flightline tour at Kadena Air Base, Feb. 18, 2026. Established in 1996, JAAGA works to strengthen U.S.–Japan relations by promoting activities that build mutual understanding and friendship between the U.S. Air Force and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. (U.S. Air Force......
Photo by Senior Airman Catherine Daniel | 18th Wing | 02.17.2026
U.S. Air Force Capt. Nathan Ford, 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron director of operations, briefs members of the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association, on MQ-9 Reaper capabilities during a flightline tour at Kadena Air Base, Feb. 18, 2026. JAAGA’s visit highlighted the strength of the U.S.–Japan alliance, and served to deepen mutual understanding and cooperation,......
Photo by Senior Airman Catherine Daniel | 18th Wing | 02.17.2026
Members of the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association tour the flightline at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 18, 2026. The flightline tour was an opportunity for JAAGA members to view aircraft like the KC-135 Stratotanker, MQ-9 Reaper and F-35A Lightning II, showcasing the base’s vast deterrence capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Catherine Daniel)...
Photo by Senior Airman Catherine Daniel | 18th Wing | 02.17.2026
Japan Self Defense Force Lt. Gen. (ret.) Toshimichi Nagaiwa, Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association tour leader, speaks to U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. John Gallemore, 18th Wing commander, during JAAGA’s visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 18, 2026. The association includes former JASDF members, civilian leaders, corporate representatives, honorary members, and former Fifth Air Force......
Photo by Senior Airman Catherine Daniel | 18th Wing | 02.17.2026
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. John Gallemore, 18th Wing commander, briefs visiting members of the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association during their visit to Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 18, 2026. During the briefing, Gallemore and Lt. Gen. (ret.) Toshimichi Nagaiwa, JAAGA tour leader, discussed Kadena’s diverse mission set, its role in the defense of Japan, and ongoing efforts to......
Photo by Senior Airman Catherine Daniel | Pacific Air Forces | 02.17.2026
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. John Gallemore, right, 18th Wing commander, shakes hands with Lt. Gen. (ret.) Toshimichi Nagaiwa, Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association tour leader, at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Feb. 18, 2026. JAAGA’s visit highlighted the strength of the U.S.–Japan alliance, and served to deepen mutual understanding and cooperation, reinforcing a shared commitment to......
Photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan | 374th Airlift Wing | 03.14.2025
Members of the U.S. Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force, and Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association pose for a photo following the JAAGA Award Ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 14, 2025. JAAGA promotes friendship and mutual understanding between the JASDF and U.S. Air Force by annually honoring distinguished performers from both nations. Recipients are individuals who have......
