U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joseph Murvich, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member, prepares a fuel line for use during the third iteration of Exercise WestPac ExerciseExercise Rumrunner Oct. 16, at Kadena Air Base. The name Rumrunner originates from the Prohibition era where brigands would smuggle alcohol across county lines. These illicit events were known as “rum running” and WestPacWestPac soon became a catchall term adopted by the military to describe a covert, swift strike event; designed to disrupt and disorient the enemy by emerging suddenly and ending RumrunnerRumrunner IIIIII the conflict just as quickly. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Micaiah Anthony) U.S Air Force U.S. Air Force F-15C Eagles and ^ 1st Lt. Kyle an E-3 Sentry aircraft assigned Sullivan, 44th to the 18th Wing fly in formation Fighter Squadron after participating in Exercise scheduler, and Westpac Rumrunner, out of Senior Airman Kadena Air Base, Oct. 16. Ryan Takacs, 18th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, prepare and F-15C Eagle for a flight during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner Oct. 16, at Kadena Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin Sutton) U.S. Airmen ^ from the 961st Airborne Air Control Squadron provide tactical command and control to air units while aboard an E-3 Sentry during Exercise WestPac (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel E. Fernandez) Rumrunner Oct. 16, out of Kadena Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft) Airmen ^ assigned to the 18th Operations Support Squadron perform air traffic control duties during Exercise WestPac (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rebeckah Medeiros) (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Raughton) Rumrunner at ^Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons fly beside a KC-135 ^Airmen from the 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit prepare to Kadena Air Base, Stratotanker from the 909th Air Refueling Squadron, waiting to be reload an F-15C Eagle during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner at Oct. 16. refueled during Exercise WestPac Rumrunner, Oct. 16, out of Kadena Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Oct. 16. The forward air refueling Air Base. The National Defense Strategy directs the armed forces point mission supports contingency and exercise operations to to be more lethal, enhance relationships with allies and partners, refuel aircraft and equipment in austere locations where typical air- and encourage institutional reform. The 18th Wing is employing to-air refueling or established refueling stations are not available. this directive by developing and continuing new training exercises Projecting combat air power has its own set of challenges and like WestPac Rumrunner. This exercise represents an evolution in having the opportunity to practice that capability is crucial in training to adapt to the environment of great power competition. enhancing the 18th Wing’s agile combat employment skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Kristan Campbell) 2 SAMURAI GATE OCTOBER 23, 2020 Exercise Noble Fury 21, SOSS conducts CASEVAC By Tech. Sgt. Gary Lund steps of either stairs or a ladder; don’t ob- Training 960th Cyberspace Wing struct your view by carrying items that hin- 10/1/2020 - JOINT BASE SAN ANTO- der your vision; be aware of your surround- NIO-CHAPMAN TRAINING ANNEX, ings, even in familiar territory; avoid texting Texas — Falls can happen in several differ- or talking on cell phones while walking; ent ways and there are four A’s we can prac- wear proper footwear; use a spotter when tice in order to prevent slips, trips and falls climbing up and down ladders; look out for in the future. Fall prevention can be prac- slopes in the ground while walking; and be- ticed; not just for the upcoming fall season, ware of slippery surfaces from wet condi- but also year round. tions. Also, always report mishaps regarding The first A is aware, because we must be slips, trips and falls; even if they’re minor. aware of our surroundings at all times in The fourth A is to ask yourself, before order to prevent slips, trips and falls. Some beginning work, the following questions: hazards to look out for are carpet tears, Are you using handrails when going up and ^U.S. Airmen with flood spills, walkway obstacles, stairway down stairwells? Where are you going to be Special Operations Forces Medical Element, clutter and cords in the middle of the floor. standing on the ladder? Do you have a spot- 18th Wing disembark The second A is address, because we ter for jobs that require you to climb a lad- from a CH-53E Super must address any hazard we identify, wheth- der? Is your footwear adequate? Stallion helicopter er it’s at our workplace or homes. Ways to These are just a few questions to ask with Marine Heavy address the hazard include adequate light- yourself in order to avoid slips, trips and Helicopter Squadron 361 (HMH-361) prior to ing, spill cleanup, reporting issues that can’t falls. This list is not all inclusive. conducting a simulated be fixed on the spot, and, if needed, call for Slip, trip and fall prevention can be prac- casualty evacuation drill help in order to fix the hazard. ticed whether you’re in your workplace, or at Ie Shima, Oct. 8. The The third A is to always keep safety on if you’re working virtually during this time- Airmen conducted various your mind when it comes to keeping your frame. Always remember that risk manage- operations on casualties until transported to the work area and homes safe from tripping ment should be practiced, not just in your (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Ethan M. LeBlanc) ^U.S. Airmen with Special Operations Forces Medical Element, 18th Wing, prepare U.S. Naval Hospital hazards. Ways to keep safety in mind would every day job, but also with extra-curricular a ventilator for use during a simulated casualty evacuation drill at Ie Shima, Okinawa, Okinawa, in support of be to: Take your time when walking down activities you participate in off-duty, as well. Oct. 8. exercise Noble Fury 21. New CSM takes charge of 1-1 ADA during KS 2021 major for the past month. vital Indo-Pacific mission with our sister Venton is no stranger to the unique Air services and Japanese partners across Defense mission throughout the Indo-Pa- Okinawa and the Snake Eyes family,” said cific region. He possesses more than 24 Clemente, a Woodridge New Jersey native. years of active duty service, of which eight “Even at this moment, as we officially place years consisted of various assignments the mantle of responsibility of this great across the Republic of Korea, including battalion upon your shoulders, members his previous assignment as operations of the Snake Eyes team have deployed to sergeant major of the 35th Air Defense locations throughout Japan to demonstrate Artillery Brigade at Osan Air Base. our expeditionary capability, validate our “Thank you to the 94th Army Air and Air and Missile Defense competencies, Missile Defense Command and 38th Air and reinforce our commitment to a safe Defense Artillery Brigade command teams and free Indo-Pacific region.” for entrusting me with this responsibility,” Venton dives into his responsibility as (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Raquel Birk) said Venton, a Cadiz, Spain native. “I get battalion senior enlisted advisor during ^Lt. Col. Rosanna Clemente, 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery Regiment commander, passes the battalion colors to follow in the footsteps of some amazing Keen Sword 2021 – a joint expeditionary to Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel S. Venton, signifying the transfer of responsibility during an assumption of responsibility senior leaders. It is such a privilege.” bilateral exercise alongside Japan Self-De- ceremony at the Rocker Enlisted Club, Kadena Air Base, Oct. 20. Lt. Col. Rosanna Clemente, 1-1 ADA fense Forces. By Sgt. Raquel Birk Club here Oct. 20. commander, presided over the ceremony “Lt. Col. Clemente, I look forward 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade Command Sgt. Maj. Daniel S. Venton and welcomed Venton to the team. to serving with you and continuing to 10/20/2020 - KADENA AIR BASE — The took over as the new senior enlisted advi- “Command Sgt. Maj. Venton – I am lead this battalion to greatness,” Venton 1st Battalion, 1st Air Defense Artillery sor of the ‘Snake Eyes Battalion,’ relieving looking forward to serving alongside you remarked. “You and Sgt. Maj. Gulley have Regiment held an assumption of respon- Sgt. Maj. Shawn T. Gulley, who was the in the battalion – to forge a new path as already made my wife Hyun and I feel like sibility ceremony at the Rocker Enlisted battalion’s interim command sergeant Snake Eyes Soldiers continue to support a family. I can’t wait to get started.” Published by Eight Co., Ltd. a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with the 18th Wing. The civilian enter- prise Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services overseas. Contents of Samurai Gate are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air Force or Eight Co. 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