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Agile Reaper 24-1 ends with historic firsts

A member of the Japan Self Defense Force holds an American Flag in the air prior to the departure of an F-22 Raptor from Iōtō (Iwo To), Japan, April 15, 2024, during exercise Agile Reaper 24-1. This was the first time an F-22 has ever landed on Iwo To. With full Total Force Integration of active duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard, we are able to multiply our force generation capabilities in garrison and downrange. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Estevez)
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Agile Reaper 24-1 ends with historic firsts

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor lands for the first time during Exercise Agile Reaper 24-1, Iōtō (Iwo To), Japan, April 15, 2024. Agile Reaper will exercise 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing’s command and control over units at four disaggregated spoke locations across the Pacific theater of operations, testing the abilities of our force to fully operate using agile combat employment in a combat-representative exercise scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Melissa Estevez)
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Agile Reaper 24-1 ends with historic firsts

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor assigned to the 477th Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, approaches Saipan International Airport for landing and configuration as a static display as part of Agile Reaper 24-1 community day at Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands, April 13, 2024. Agile Reaper 24-1 is an Air Force Force Generation (AFFORGEN) certifying event for the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing, which includes personnel from the active-duty 3rd Wing and 673rd Air Base Wing from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, the 15th Wing from Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, as well as the Air Force Total Force, including reservists from the 477th Fighter Group, also from JBER, and national guardsmen from the 176th and 168th wings from JBER and Eielson Air Force Base, respectively. With Total Force Integration of active duty Regular Air Force, Air National Guard, and U.S. Air Force reserve members, we are able to multiply our force generation capabilities in garrison and downrange. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Alexandra Buckley)
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Agile Reaper 24-1 ends with historic firsts

Members of the 176th Communications Squadron work together assembling a satellite for field use, April 10, 2024, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Communications are a necessity in expeditionary environments under Agile Combat Employment. The 176th Wing is part of the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing, a force package made of personnel in the 3rd Wing, 673rd Air Base Wing, 176th Wing, 477th Fighter Group, all from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, as well as units from the 15th Wing, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii; and the 168th Wing, Eielson AFB, Alaska. (Alaska Air National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Kelly Willett)
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Agile Reaper 24-1 ends with historic firsts

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Yugen Takii, 644th Combat Communications Squadron electrical power production technician, leads Airmen from the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing through tent building training during Exercise Agile Reaper 24-1 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 5, 2024. Approximately 800 U.S. Air Force Airmen are flying, maintaining and supporting 29 aircraft operating at five disaggregated locations during AR 24-1. The exercise employs combat-representative roles and processes to deliberately target all participants as a training audience and stress the force’s capability to generate combat air power in an expeditious manner across the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Curt Beach)
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U.S Air Force KC-46, Italian KC-767, and F-2000 fly together for

U.S Air Force 1st Lt. Jacob Sweeney, a co-pilot assigned to the 349th Air Refueling Squadron, McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, co-pilots a KC-46A Pegasus over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, May 2, 2024. Realistic combat training is essential to the success of air and space operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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U.S Air Force KC-46, Italian KC-767, and F-2000 fly together for

An Italian Air Force KC-767A tanker refuels two F-2000 Eurofighter Typhoons, Aeronautica Militare, over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, May 2, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska hosted the first U.S. Air Force KC-46 and Italian Air Force KC-767A formation flight. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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U.S Air Force KC-46, Italian KC-767, and F-2000 fly together for

An Italian Air Force KC-767A tanker refuels two F-2000 Eurofighter Typhoons, Aeronautica Militare, over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, May 2, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska hosted the first U.S. Air Force KC-46 and Italian Air Force KC-767A formation flight. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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U.S Air Force KC-46, Italian KC-767, and F-2000 fly together for

An Italian Air Force KC-767A tanker refuels two F-2000 Eurofighter Typhoons, Aeronautica Militare, over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, May 2, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska hosted the first U.S. Air Force KC-46 and Italian Air Force KC-767A formation flight. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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U.S Air Force KC-46, Italian KC-767, and F-2000 fly together for

An Italian Air Force KC-767A tanker refuels two F-2000 Eurofighter Typhoons, Aeronautica Militare, over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, May 2, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska hosted the first U.S. Air Force KC-46 and Italian Air Force KC-767A formation flight. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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U.S Air Force KC-46, Italian KC-767, and F-2000 fly together for

U.S Air Force Capt. Stefan Vetters, an instructor pilot with the 349th with the 349th Air Refueling Squadron, McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, wears a RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1 patch as he flies a KC-46A Pegasus over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, May 2, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska reinforces the United States’ continued commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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U.S Air Force KC-46, Italian KC-767, and F-2000 fly together for

U.S Air Force Capt. Stefan Vetters, an instructor pilot with the 349th Air Refueling Squadron, McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas, prepares for takeoff in a KC-46A Pegasus at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, during RED FLAG-Alaska 2401, May 2, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska provides unique opportunities to integrate various U.S. and allied forces into joint, coalition and multilateral training from simulated forward operating bases. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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Innovative solutions enhance Exercise AR 24-1, maximizing Air Force kill chain efficiency

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Ryan Chen, an expeditionary electrical engineer, assigned to Exercise Agile Reaper 24-1’s Scientist and Engineer Demand Force Team, center, gives a familiarization briefing to U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Jamieson, the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Miller, the 3rd AEW command chief during AR 24-1 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 15, 2024. The SEDFT's technical proficiency allows them to seamlessly integrate new systems and technologies into existing frameworks. This approach enhances interoperability, resilience, and effectiveness, enabling the military to maintain air dominance in modern warfare scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Britten)
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Innovative solutions enhance Exercise AR 24-1, maximizing Air Force kill chain efficiency

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Jamieson, the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeremy Miller, the 3rd AEW command chief, pose for a photo with Exercise Agile Reaper 24-1’s Scientist and Engineer Demand Force Team during exercise AR 24-1 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 15, 2024. The SEDFT plays a pivotal role in enhancing power projection capabilities, ensuring that expeditionary operations remain agile and effective across various theaters of operation. Their contributions bolster the military's ability to project strength and influence globally. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Britten)
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Innovative solutions enhance Exercise AR 24-1, maximizing Air Force kill chain efficiency

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Jamieson, the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, speaks to Exercise Agile Reaper 24-1’s Scientist and Engineer Demand Force Team as part of a familiarization briefing during exercise AR 24-1 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 15, 2024. By providing innovative solutions and disrupting the adversary's technological decision-making process, the SEDFT helps to maintain strategic initiative and superiority. Their forward-thinking approach undermines adversarial capabilities and enhances the Department of the Air Force’s ability to maintain air dominance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Britten)
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Innovative solutions enhance Exercise AR 24-1, maximizing Air Force kill chain efficiency

U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Jamieson, the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing commander, left, receives a familiarization briefing from U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Garrett Demeyer, the scientist and engineer demand force team lead assigned to the Air Force Research Lab Munitions Directorate during Exercise Agile Reaper 24-1 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 15, 2024. The SEDFT excels in rapidly prototyping technologies, delivering impactful capabilities within critical timeframes. Their ability to innovate swiftly is crucial in addressing emerging threats and evolving operational requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andrew Britten)
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Kadena KC-135 supports Italian F-35s and Eielson F-16s during RE

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 354th Fighter Wing, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, flies over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex, during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, Apr. 26, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska provides unique opportunities to integrate various forces into joint, coalition and multilateral training from simulated forward operating bases. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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Kadena KC-135 supports Italian F-35s and Eielson F-16s during RE

An Italian Air Force F-35A Lightning II, assigned to the Aeronautica Militare, flies next to a KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, Kadena Air Base, Japan, over Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, Apr. 26, 2024. The KC-135 was recently transferred to the 909th ARS from the Alaska Air National Guard. RED FLAG-Alaska provides unique opportunities to integrate various forces into joint, coalition and multilateral training from simulated forward operating bases. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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Kadena KC-135 supports Italian F-35s and Eielson F-16s during RE

Italian Air Force F-35A Lightnings II, assigned to the Aeronautica Militare, fly over Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, Apr. 26, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska provides unique opportunities to integrate various forces into joint, coalition and multilateral training from simulated forward operating bases. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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Kadena KC-135 supports Italian F-35s and Eielson F-16s during RE

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 354th Fighter Wing, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, flies over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex, during RED FLAG-Alaska 24-1, Apr. 26, 2024. RED FLAG-Alaska provides unique opportunities to integrate various forces into joint, coalition and multilateral training from simulated forward operating bases. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Raina Dale)
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