A 44th Fighter Squadron F-15 Eagle goes through a pre-flight inspection during a readiness exercise Sept. 7, 2017, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th Wing is capable of rapidly generating combat ready aircraft and support at a moment’s notice. Exercises keep members of Team Kadena ready around-the-clock. ( Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Greg Erwin)

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