{"id":540765,"date":"2025-07-18T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=540765"},"modified":"2025-07-18T15:23:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-18T15:23:28","slug":"rescue-squadrons-unite-strengthen-interoperability-during-reforpac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/adn.monetizemail.com\/?p=540765","title":{"rendered":"Rescue squadrons unite, strengthen interoperability during REFORPAC"},"content":{"rendered":"
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MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan (AFNS) — \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Airmen of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force Air Rescue Wing, the U.S. Air National Guard<\/a><\/strong>\u2019s 102nd Rescue Squadron, and the 130th Rescue Squadron came together for a cross-unit static display and capability exchange during exercise Resolute Force Pacific 2025<\/a><\/strong> at Misawa Air Base<\/a><\/strong>, July 15.<\/p>\n

The event featured aircraft from both nations, including a JASDF UH-60J helicopter and U-125A search-and-rescue coordination aircraft, as well as a U.S. Air Force HC-130J<\/a><\/strong> Combat King II from the 102nd Rescue Squadron.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe goal of the capabilities briefing and aircraft tours was to enable partner nation integration and foster mutual understanding among our rescue squadrons,\u201d said U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Richard Conner, 130th Rescue Squadron HC-130J rescue loadmaster. \u201cThis lays the groundwork for future collaboration in the INDOPACOM<\/strong><\/a>area, which is a part of our unit\u2019s mission.\u201d<\/p>\n

The static display was one of many engagements conducted as part of REFORPAC, a Pacific Air Forces<\/a><\/strong>-led contingency readiness exercise nested under the Department of the Air Force\u2019s new Department-Level Exercise<\/strong><\/a> series. This DLE is a first-in-a-generation approach to preparing for operations in contested, dynamic environments, spanning more than 50 locations and involving more than 12,000 joint and coalition personnel and over 400 aircraft.<\/p>\n

Throughout the display, participating Airmen discussed aircraft capabilities and differences in personnel recovery methods.<\/p>\n

\u201cOne notable difference is in the pararescue insertion methods,\u201d Conner said. \u201cJASDF Pararescue typically insert via hoist from the UH-60J, since their fixed-wing aircraft belong to the Airlift Command. Meanwhile, our HC-130J enables personnel airdrops, which allows our Pararescue to get to the fight.\u201d<\/p>\n

Conner also pointed out technical details that stood out during the tour.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was surprised to see the UH-60J outfitted with external fuel tanks \u2014 that really extends its loiter time,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

More than a showcase of equipment, the event fostered personal relationships, improved operational communication and strengthened shared tactics.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis event is extremely important in building a framework for further cooperation,\u201d Conner said. \u201cIt puts faces and names to specific units and enables us to fly real-world missions together during REFORPAC. By briefing and mission planning together, we\u2019re able to execute helicopter air-to-air refueling and speak the same language and brevity terms while flying in close formation over the Sea of Japan.\u201d<\/p>\n

The visit concluded with a group photo symbolizing shared commitment among the rescue units. A common thread across all participating squadrons stood out: their shared motto, That Others May Live.<\/p>\n

\u201cEveryone got a kick out of the fact that our units all share the same motto,\u201d Conner said. \u201cIt\u2019s a powerful reminder that no matter the uniform, our mission is the same.<\/p>\n

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