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Staff Sgt. Dean Criswell, a pararescuman with the 31st Rescue Squadron, shows his excitement after performing alternate insertion and extractions from a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk during a combat search and rescue training scenario for Pacific Thunder at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 12, 2012. Pacific Thunder 2012 is an annual two-week exercise where members of the 33rd and 31st Rescue Squadrons met up with the 25th Fighter Squadron and multiple other units at Osan AB to test CSAR tactics to prepare for real-world emergency situations. Stock Photo

RMHEAWT5–Staff Sgt. Dean Criswell, a pararescuman with the 31st Rescue Squadron, shows his excitement after performing alternate insertion and extractions from a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave Hawk during a combat search and rescue training scenario for Pacific Thunder at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 12, 2012. Pacific Thunder 2012 is an annual two-week exercise where members of the 33rd and 31st Rescue Squadrons met up with the 25th Fighter Squadron and multiple other units at Osan AB to test CSAR tactics to prepare for real-world emergency situations.

Pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron propel from a U.S. Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk to present the American flag during the Veteran’s Day ceremony at the 18th Wing Headquarters building on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2012. President Woodrow Wils Stock Photo

RMCYXRFC–Pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron propel from a U.S. Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk to present the American flag during the Veteran’s Day ceremony at the 18th Wing Headquarters building on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2012. President Woodrow Wils

Senior Airman Paul Rodriguez, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, prepares for a combat search and rescue mission during Exercise Pacific Thunder 17-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 2, 2017. Exercise Pacific Thunder is a Pacific Air Forces exercise that combines the rescue capabilities of U.S. and ROK air force rescue units with the close air support of A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron, in realistic training missions flown in mountainous Korean terrain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victor J. Caputo) Stock Photo

RMMPD6W5–Senior Airman Paul Rodriguez, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, prepares for a combat search and rescue mission during Exercise Pacific Thunder 17-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 2, 2017. Exercise Pacific Thunder is a Pacific Air Forces exercise that combines the rescue capabilities of U.S. and ROK air force rescue units with the close air support of A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron, in realistic training missions flown in mountainous Korean terrain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Victor J. Caputo)

U.S. Air Force 320th Special Tactics Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron operators conduct military free fall operations Stock Photo

RFKER9NP–U.S. Air Force 320th Special Tactics Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron operators conduct military free fall operations

A pararescueman from the 31st Rescue Squadron freefalls with a parachute after jumping from a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave H Stock Photo

RME0K7HP–A pararescueman from the 31st Rescue Squadron freefalls with a parachute after jumping from a 33rd Rescue Squadron HH-60 Pave H

Two 31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen prepare their equipment for a jump over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. The 31st RQS routinely trains different scenarios so that whatever rescue situation they find themselves in, they can complete the mission successfully. Stock Photo

RM2NJ7E0K–Two 31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen prepare their equipment for a jump over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. The 31st RQS routinely trains different scenarios so that whatever rescue situation they find themselves in, they can complete the mission successfully.

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman with the 31st Rescue Squadron prepares to land after jumping from an MV-22B Osprey aircraft duri Stock Photo

RME1MHAN–A U.S. Air Force pararescueman with the 31st Rescue Squadron prepares to land after jumping from an MV-22B Osprey aircraft duri

Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. 5th Aug, 2022. A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman releases his parachute during free falls over the Pacific Ocean, August. 5, 2022. Members from the 31st RQS train meticulously to make sure anyone in need of medical care, regardless of the location or situation, gets rescued quickly and safely. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2JTH48H–Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. 5th Aug, 2022. A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman releases his parachute during free falls over the Pacific Ocean, August. 5, 2022. Members from the 31st RQS train meticulously to make sure anyone in need of medical care, regardless of the location or situation, gets rescued quickly and safely. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Glen Frazier, the commanding officer of the 31st Rescue Squadron (RQS), is hoisted into an HH-60 Pave H Stock Photo

RME1HFYR–U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Glen Frazier, the commanding officer of the 31st Rescue Squadron (RQS), is hoisted into an HH-60 Pave H

US Navy A U.S. Air Force pararescueman, assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron, is hoisted-up by a U.S. Navy HH-60H Seahawk helicopter. Stock Photo

RM2R4B77K–US Navy A U.S. Air Force pararescueman, assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron, is hoisted-up by a U.S. Navy HH-60H Seahawk helicopter.

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen with the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare to land after jumping from a Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tilt Stock Photo

RME1MHAM–U.S. Air Force pararescuemen with the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare to land after jumping from a Marine Corps MV-22B Osprey tilt

A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron conducts a patient rescue demonstration with the 31st Rescue Squadron duri Stock Photo

RF2YWGAXK–A U.S. Air Force HH-60W Jolly Green II assigned to the 33rd Rescue Squadron conducts a patient rescue demonstration with the 31st Rescue Squadron duri

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare for medical evacuation scenario at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. This training was a joint effort to increase proficiency and provide training experience for real-world emergencies. Stock Photo

RM2M5ED3B–U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare for medical evacuation scenario at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. This training was a joint effort to increase proficiency and provide training experience for real-world emergencies.

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron, Kadena, Air Base, Japan, perform a static line jump over water out of a U.S. Air Force C-130 cargo plane on August 29, 2006. The 18th Wing and the 353rd Special Operations Group conducted the mass casualty exercise to test the rescue and emergency care capabilities of Kadena Air Base. (UPI Photo/Jeremy McGuffin/USAF) Stock Photo

RMW0M9KA–U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron, Kadena, Air Base, Japan, perform a static line jump over water out of a U.S. Air Force C-130 cargo plane on August 29, 2006. The 18th Wing and the 353rd Special Operations Group conducted the mass casualty exercise to test the rescue and emergency care capabilities of Kadena Air Base. (UPI Photo/Jeremy McGuffin/USAF)

Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. 19th Jan, 2024. A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out of an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing over Okinawa, Japan, January. 19, 2024. Pararescuemen are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments. (Credit Image: © U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire) EDITORIAL USAGE ONLY! Not for Commercial USAGE! Stock Photo

RM2WF27JF–Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. 19th Jan, 2024. A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out of an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing over Okinawa, Japan, January. 19, 2024. Pararescuemen are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments. (Credit Image: © U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire) EDITORIAL USAGE ONLY! Not for Commercial USAGE!

A U.S. Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk from the 31st Rescue Squadron participates in a "downed pilot" exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug 26, 2014. The 31st RQS uses various fixed- and rotary-wing insertion and extraction assets providing combat and humanitarian search, rescue and medical assistance in all environments. Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman Stock Photo

RMEG28NK–A U.S. Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk from the 31st Rescue Squadron participates in a "downed pilot" exercise at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Aug 26, 2014. The 31st RQS uses various fixed- and rotary-wing insertion and extraction assets providing combat and humanitarian search, rescue and medical assistance in all environments. Senior Airman Justyn M. Freeman

771 Royal Navy Search an Rescue Squadron Decommission on 31st March 2016 Stock Photo

RFFRFTJW–771 Royal Navy Search an Rescue Squadron Decommission on 31st March 2016

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Steve Goodman, the 31st Rescue Squadron commander, looks out from a U.S. Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter for potential airfields March 13, 2011. A joint team of U.S. Air Force and Marine personnel went on a survey mission to find staging points to store and reload fuel closer to the areas affected by the earthquake and tsunami. Staff Sgt. Samuel Morse Stock Photo

RMEG1ACA–U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Steve Goodman, the 31st Rescue Squadron commander, looks out from a U.S. Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter for potential airfields March 13, 2011. A joint team of U.S. Air Force and Marine personnel went on a survey mission to find staging points to store and reload fuel closer to the areas affected by the earthquake and tsunami. Staff Sgt. Samuel Morse

Vidor, United States. 31st Aug, 2017. U.S Navy aircrew evacuate two dogs at Pine Forrest Elementary School, a shelter that required evacuation after flood waters from Hurricane Harvey reached its grounds August 31, 2017 in Vidor, Texas. Credit: Planetpix/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RMK2KR1D–Vidor, United States. 31st Aug, 2017. U.S Navy aircrew evacuate two dogs at Pine Forrest Elementary School, a shelter that required evacuation after flood waters from Hurricane Harvey reached its grounds August 31, 2017 in Vidor, Texas. Credit: Planetpix/Alamy Live News

Maj. Matthew McGuinness pops a flare to signal an HH-60G Pave Hawk where to land during Exercise Cope Angel 12 Dec. 5, 2011, in Okinawa, Japan. The 33rd and 31st Rescue Squadrons paired up with partners from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force during Cope Angel to train on water and land rescue and triage tactics. McGuiness is the 31st Rescue Squadron director of operations. Stock Photo

RMCBPC23–Maj. Matthew McGuinness pops a flare to signal an HH-60G Pave Hawk where to land during Exercise Cope Angel 12 Dec. 5, 2011, in Okinawa, Japan. The 33rd and 31st Rescue Squadrons paired up with partners from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force during Cope Angel to train on water and land rescue and triage tactics. McGuiness is the 31st Rescue Squadron director of operations.

Pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare to hoisted into an HH-60G Pave Hawk in Romania, March 2, 2022.The 56th RQS and the 57th RQS, both assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are providing search and rescue capability for the NATO alliance while also conducting joint training missions with the Romanian air force. Both are capable of executing all-weather missions day or night in theaters of operations worldwide.(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Noah Sudolcan) Stock Photo

RF2HXPTRP–Pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare to hoisted into an HH-60G Pave Hawk in Romania, March 2, 2022.The 56th RQS and the 57th RQS, both assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are providing search and rescue capability for the NATO alliance while also conducting joint training missions with the Romanian air force. Both are capable of executing all-weather missions day or night in theaters of operations worldwide.(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Noah Sudolcan)

Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force soldiers during an amphibious landing and water rescue training exercise using the ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious aircraft at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni January 7, 2015 in Iwakuni, Japan. Stock Photo

RMEDXWK4–Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force soldiers during an amphibious landing and water rescue training exercise using the ShinMaywa US-2 amphibious aircraft at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni January 7, 2015 in Iwakuni, Japan.

RFKER9P2–U.S. Air Force 320th Special Tactics Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron operators conduct military free fall operations

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Rescue Squadron and Army Soldiers from the 1st Special Forces Group wait to jump from an MC-130J Commando II. Service members must retain their proficiency in jump operations to ensure they are ready to conduct operational and humanitarian missions at a moment’s notice. Stock Photo

RMPW83BC–U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Rescue Squadron and Army Soldiers from the 1st Special Forces Group wait to jump from an MC-130J Commando II. Service members must retain their proficiency in jump operations to ensure they are ready to conduct operational and humanitarian missions at a moment’s notice.

A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman prepares his helmet and goggles for jump training over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. Members from the 31st RQS train meticulously to make sure anyone in need of medical care, regardless of the location or situation, gets rescued quickly and safely. Stock Photo

RM2NJ7D09–A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman prepares his helmet and goggles for jump training over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. Members from the 31st RQS train meticulously to make sure anyone in need of medical care, regardless of the location or situation, gets rescued quickly and safely.

Seville, Spain; May 31st, 2019: AS332 Super Puma helicopter from 48 wing of spanish air force in military exhibition on the occasion of the day of the Stock Photo

RFTRC7BW–Seville, Spain; May 31st, 2019: AS332 Super Puma helicopter from 48 wing of spanish air force in military exhibition on the occasion of the day of the

Crew Of U.S. Air Force SA-16 Which Rescued Cathay Airliner SurvivorsThe crew of the U.S. Air Force SA.-16 amphibian rescue plane of the 31st Air Rescue Squadron at Clark Air Force Base, Philippines, which rescued nine survivors from the British Cathay Pacific airliner shot down last week by two prop-driven Communist fighters near Hainan Island is pictured above. Kneeling in front Capt. Jack Woodyard, aircraft commander. Standing (left to right) area S/Sgto Doug Blair, engineer Stock Photo

RM2HX5WJY–Crew Of U.S. Air Force SA-16 Which Rescued Cathay Airliner SurvivorsThe crew of the U.S. Air Force SA.-16 amphibian rescue plane of the 31st Air Rescue Squadron at Clark Air Force Base, Philippines, which rescued nine survivors from the British Cathay Pacific airliner shot down last week by two prop-driven Communist fighters near Hainan Island is pictured above. Kneeling in front Capt. Jack Woodyard, aircraft commander. Standing (left to right) area S/Sgto Doug Blair, engineer

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron demonstrate rappelling procedures to members of the Kunigami Fire Department at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. This training was a joint effort to increase proficiency and provide training experience for real-world emergencies. Stock Photo

RM2M5ED53–U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron demonstrate rappelling procedures to members of the Kunigami Fire Department at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. This training was a joint effort to increase proficiency and provide training experience for real-world emergencies.

RM2WFG6H0–Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. 19th Jan, 2024. A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out of an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Wing over Okinawa, Japan, January. 19, 2024. Pararescuemen are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments. (Credit Image: © U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire) EDITORIAL USAGE ONLY! Not for Commercial USAGE!

RFFRFTJR–771 Royal Navy Search an Rescue Squadron Decommission on 31st March 2016

Aviano Air Base, Italy. 12th Jan, 2022. Pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare for static line jump training at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Jan. 12, 2022. The 57th Rescue Squadron perform a variety of jumps over different terrains depending on the scenario. This exercise multiple jumps of land and water to ensure they stay mission ready. Credit: Elijah Dority/U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2HJEAKY–Aviano Air Base, Italy. 12th Jan, 2022. Pararescuemen assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare for static line jump training at Aviano Air Base, Italy. Jan. 12, 2022. The 57th Rescue Squadron perform a variety of jumps over different terrains depending on the scenario. This exercise multiple jumps of land and water to ensure they stay mission ready. Credit: Elijah Dority/U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

U.S. Air Force Maj. Matthew McGuinness pops a flare to signal an Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk search and rescue helicopter where to land Dec. 5, 2011, during Exercise Cope Angel 12 in Okinawa, Japan. The 33rd and 31st Rescue Squadrons paired up with partners from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force during Cope Angel to train on water and land rescue and triage tactics. McGuinness is the 31st Rescue Squadron director of operations. Airman 1st Class Maeson L. Elleman Stock Photo

RMEG1EK8–U.S. Air Force Maj. Matthew McGuinness pops a flare to signal an Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk search and rescue helicopter where to land Dec. 5, 2011, during Exercise Cope Angel 12 in Okinawa, Japan. The 33rd and 31st Rescue Squadrons paired up with partners from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force during Cope Angel to train on water and land rescue and triage tactics. McGuinness is the 31st Rescue Squadron director of operations. Airman 1st Class Maeson L. Elleman

Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, USA. 31st Aug, 2022. Pararescuemen assigned to the 58th Rescue Squadron prepare to land on target during routine jump training over Spring Valley, Nevada, Augustust 31, 2022. Pararescuemen are skilled parachutists, scuba divers and rock climbers, and are also arctic-trained so they can access any environment to save a life. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2K0XT56–Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, USA. 31st Aug, 2022. Pararescuemen assigned to the 58th Rescue Squadron prepare to land on target during routine jump training over Spring Valley, Nevada, Augustust 31, 2022. Pararescuemen are skilled parachutists, scuba divers and rock climbers, and are also arctic-trained so they can access any environment to save a life. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

RFKER9N6–U.S. Air Force 320th Special Tactics Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron operators conduct military free fall operations

Romania. 14th Mar, 2022. An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 56th Rescue Squadron finishes post flight checks in Romania March, 14, 2022. The 56th RQS and the 57th RQS, both assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are providing search and rescue capability for the NATO alliance while also conducting joint training missions with the Romanian air force. Both are capable of executing all-weather missions day or night in theaters of operations worldwide Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2J0W014–Romania. 14th Mar, 2022. An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 56th Rescue Squadron finishes post flight checks in Romania March, 14, 2022. The 56th RQS and the 57th RQS, both assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are providing search and rescue capability for the NATO alliance while also conducting joint training missions with the Romanian air force. Both are capable of executing all-weather missions day or night in theaters of operations worldwide Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

RM2JRPXKW–Two 31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen prepare their equipment for a jump over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. The 31st RQS routinely trains different scenarios so that whatever rescue situation they find themselves in, they can complete the mission successfully. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman releases his parachute during free falls over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. Members from the 31st RQS train meticulously to make sure anyone in need of medical care, regardless of the location or situation, gets rescued quickly and safely. Stock Photo

RM2NJ7E0C–A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman releases his parachute during free falls over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. Members from the 31st RQS train meticulously to make sure anyone in need of medical care, regardless of the location or situation, gets rescued quickly and safely.

Romania. 2nd Mar, 2022. Pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare to hoisted into an HH-60G Pave Hawk in Romania, March 2, 2022.The 56th RQS and the 57th RQS, both assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are providing search and rescue capability for the NATO alliance while also conducting joint training missions with the Romanian air force. Both are capable of executing all-weather missions day or night in theaters of operations worldwide. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2HWAGAG–Romania. 2nd Mar, 2022. Pararescueman assigned to the 57th Rescue Squadron prepare to hoisted into an HH-60G Pave Hawk in Romania, March 2, 2022.The 56th RQS and the 57th RQS, both assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are providing search and rescue capability for the NATO alliance while also conducting joint training missions with the Romanian air force. Both are capable of executing all-weather missions day or night in theaters of operations worldwide. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

A U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Pararescuemen train rigorously and meticulously to ensure that when they are called, every member of the team can perform with precision. Stock Photo

RM2NWEFGG–A U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Pararescuemen train rigorously and meticulously to ensure that when they are called, every member of the team can perform with precision.

Camp Pendleton, California, USA. 31st Oct, 2024. U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Joseph Schweig, a firefighter technician with Marine Wing Support Squadron 371, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, cuts into a staged vehicle during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by the Amphibious Raids Branch, Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 31, 2024. The TRAP course provides Marines with the knowledge and skills required to recover aircraft and personnel in potential search and rescue situations on Stock Photo

RM2YJWT1T–Camp Pendleton, California, USA. 31st Oct, 2024. U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Joseph Schweig, a firefighter technician with Marine Wing Support Squadron 371, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, cuts into a staged vehicle during a tactical recovery of aircraft and personnel course hosted by the Amphibious Raids Branch, Expeditionary Operations Training Group, I Marine Expeditionary Force, at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, Oct. 31, 2024. The TRAP course provides Marines with the knowledge and skills required to recover aircraft and personnel in potential search and rescue situations on

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Rescue Squadron and U.S. Army Soldiers walk down a runway toward an MC-130J Commando II after parachute training Oct. 3, 2017, at Ie Shima, Japan. Parachute capabilities enable special forces members to perform operational and humanitarian missions in locations where aircraft cannot land. Stock Photo

RMPW83CF–U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Rescue Squadron and U.S. Army Soldiers walk down a runway toward an MC-130J Commando II after parachute training Oct. 3, 2017, at Ie Shima, Japan. Parachute capabilities enable special forces members to perform operational and humanitarian missions in locations where aircraft cannot land.

Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, USA. 31st Aug, 2022. Staff Sgt. Erik Carlson, pararescue team leader assigned to the 58th Rescue Squadron, ensures pararescuemen exit the aircraft at the correct time to ensure landing on target over Spring Valley, Nevada, during routine jump training at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Augustust 31, 2022. These Airmen train regularly to ensure when they are called to do their job, every member of the team can perform at their peak. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2K0XT9W–Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, USA. 31st Aug, 2022. Staff Sgt. Erik Carlson, pararescue team leader assigned to the 58th Rescue Squadron, ensures pararescuemen exit the aircraft at the correct time to ensure landing on target over Spring Valley, Nevada, during routine jump training at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Augustust 31, 2022. These Airmen train regularly to ensure when they are called to do their job, every member of the team can perform at their peak. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare for medical evacuation training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. The 31st RQS used this training opportunity to exercise proficiency in medical coordination, evaluation, treatment, and recovery operations at Okuma. Stock Photo

RM2M5ED37–U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare for medical evacuation training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. The 31st RQS used this training opportunity to exercise proficiency in medical coordination, evaluation, treatment, and recovery operations at Okuma.

Wahiawa, Hawaii, USA. 31st Mar, 2022. U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Evan Orth, 38th Rescue Squadron Blue Team pararescueman, conducts tracking training in the jungle of Wahiawa, Hawaii, March 31, 2022. Blue Team utilized rifles with blank ammunition and smoke grenades to defend and conceal themselves from potential threats in the jungle. The 38th RQS trained in jungle warfare to adapt personnel rescue tactics, techniques and procedures for the Indo-Pacific region. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2J4NPT0–Wahiawa, Hawaii, USA. 31st Mar, 2022. U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Evan Orth, 38th Rescue Squadron Blue Team pararescueman, conducts tracking training in the jungle of Wahiawa, Hawaii, March 31, 2022. Blue Team utilized rifles with blank ammunition and smoke grenades to defend and conceal themselves from potential threats in the jungle. The 38th RQS trained in jungle warfare to adapt personnel rescue tactics, techniques and procedures for the Indo-Pacific region. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

RFTRC7BX–Seville, Spain; May 31st, 2019: AS332 Super Puma helicopter from 48 wing of spanish air force in military exhibition on the occasion of the day of the

Romania. 8th Mar, 2022. Staff Sgt. Zachary Smith, 56st Helicopter Maintenance Unit aerospace propulsion craftsman, center, refules an HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 56th Rescue Squadron in Romania, March, 8, 2022. The 56th RQS and the 57th RQS, both assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are providing search and rescue capability for the NATO alliance while also conducting joint training missions with the Romanian air force. Both are capable of executing all-weather missions day or night in theaters of operations worldwide. (Credit Image: © U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wir Stock Photo

RM2HYYNMD–Romania. 8th Mar, 2022. Staff Sgt. Zachary Smith, 56st Helicopter Maintenance Unit aerospace propulsion craftsman, center, refules an HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 56th Rescue Squadron in Romania, March, 8, 2022. The 56th RQS and the 57th RQS, both assigned to the 31st Fighter Wing, Aviano Air Base, Italy, are providing search and rescue capability for the NATO alliance while also conducting joint training missions with the Romanian air force. Both are capable of executing all-weather missions day or night in theaters of operations worldwide. (Credit Image: © U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wir

RFFRFTK4–771 Royal Navy Search an Rescue Squadron Decommission on 31st March 2016

Shizuoka, Japan. 31st Jan, 2024. An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12, flies near Mount Fuji, Japan while conducting flight operations out of Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi January. 31, 2024. Forward-deployed onboard NAF Atsugi, HSC-12 provides all-weather rotary wing operations, vertical lift search and rescue, logistics, anti-surface warfare, special operations forces support, organic airborne mine countermeasures, and combat search and rescue capabilities to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5. (Credit Image: © U.S. Navy/ZUMA Pre Stock Photo

RM2WJH512–Shizuoka, Japan. 31st Jan, 2024. An MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter, assigned to the Golden Falcons of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12, flies near Mount Fuji, Japan while conducting flight operations out of Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi January. 31, 2024. Forward-deployed onboard NAF Atsugi, HSC-12 provides all-weather rotary wing operations, vertical lift search and rescue, logistics, anti-surface warfare, special operations forces support, organic airborne mine countermeasures, and combat search and rescue capabilities to Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5. (Credit Image: © U.S. Navy/ZUMA Pre

U.S. Air Force Maj. Matthew McGuinness pops a flare to signal an Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk where to land during Exercise Cope Angel 12, Dec. 5, 2011, in Okinawa, Japan. The 33rd and 31st Rescue Squadrons paired up with partners from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force during Cope Angel to train on triage tactics and water and land rescue. McGuiness is the 31st Rescue Squadron director of operations. Airman 1st Class Maeson L. Elleman Stock Photo

RMEG1EK9–U.S. Air Force Maj. Matthew McGuinness pops a flare to signal an Air Force HH-60G Pave Hawk where to land during Exercise Cope Angel 12, Dec. 5, 2011, in Okinawa, Japan. The 33rd and 31st Rescue Squadrons paired up with partners from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force during Cope Angel to train on triage tactics and water and land rescue. McGuiness is the 31st Rescue Squadron director of operations. Airman 1st Class Maeson L. Elleman

Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. 31st Oct, 2021. A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (VMM-161) looks out of an MV-22 Osprey during a U.S. Personnel Recovery Coordination Center (PRCC) validation exercise at Grand Bara, Djibouti, Oct. 31, 2021. The PRCC, in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), conducts personnel recovery and casualty evacuation for U.S. and joint partners in East Africa. The exercise displayed PRCCs capabilities and tested their personnel recovery and casualty evacuation system for deficiencies. (Credit Image: © U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Stock Photo

RM2H82N85–Camp Lemonnier, Djibouti. 31st Oct, 2021. A U.S. Marine with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (VMM-161) looks out of an MV-22 Osprey during a U.S. Personnel Recovery Coordination Center (PRCC) validation exercise at Grand Bara, Djibouti, Oct. 31, 2021. The PRCC, in support of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA), conducts personnel recovery and casualty evacuation for U.S. and joint partners in East Africa. The exercise displayed PRCCs capabilities and tested their personnel recovery and casualty evacuation system for deficiencies. (Credit Image: © U.S. Air Force/ZUMA

Tech. Sgt. Bruce Rick, 31st Rescue Squadron NCO in charge of combat arms, observes a C-130 Hercules takeoff at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015. The 36th Airlift Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron maintain mission readiness for aircrew and pararescuemen. Osakabe Yasuo Stock Photo

RMEG2BBG–Tech. Sgt. Bruce Rick, 31st Rescue Squadron NCO in charge of combat arms, observes a C-130 Hercules takeoff at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015. The 36th Airlift Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron maintain mission readiness for aircrew and pararescuemen. Osakabe Yasuo

Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. 5th Aug, 2022. A U.S. Navy sailor jumps out the door of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II during joint training over the coast of Japan, August. 5, 2022. Every joint training helps sister branches clarify communication and expectations, creating a more cohesive and well rounded source of defense in the Indo-Pacific Region. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News Stock Photo

RM2JYX6R0–Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. 5th Aug, 2022. A U.S. Navy sailor jumps out the door of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II during joint training over the coast of Japan, August. 5, 2022. Every joint training helps sister branches clarify communication and expectations, creating a more cohesive and well rounded source of defense in the Indo-Pacific Region. Credit: U.S. Air Force/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com/Alamy Live News

A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out of a 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules during a training mission over Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2015. The 36th Airlift Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron maintain mission readiness for aircrew and pararescuemen. Osakabe Yasuo Stock Photo

RMEG2AGM–A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out of a 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules during a training mission over Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2015. The 36th Airlift Squadron and 31st Rescue Squadron maintain mission readiness for aircrew and pararescuemen. Osakabe Yasuo

RM2JRPXHE–A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman releases his parachute during free falls over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. Members from the 31st RQS train meticulously to make sure anyone in need of medical care, regardless of the location or situation, gets rescued quickly and safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Cesar J. Navarro)

Pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron touch down in a landing zone at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015 during ‘Jump Week’. During Jump Week, members of the 31st RQS link up with the 36th AS to maintain mission readiness and rescue tactics in preparation for real-world emergencies. Osakabe Yasuo Stock Photo

RMEG1FWE–Pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron touch down in a landing zone at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015 during ‘Jump Week’. During Jump Week, members of the 31st RQS link up with the 36th AS to maintain mission readiness and rescue tactics in preparation for real-world emergencies. Osakabe Yasuo

Members of the 31st Rescue Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, fly in a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter during a combat search and rescue demonstration near Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea during the 2019 Air Power Day, September 21, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson) Stock Photo

RM2A1E06F–Members of the 31st Rescue Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, fly in a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter during a combat search and rescue demonstration near Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea during the 2019 Air Power Day, September 21, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron jump out of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Pararescuemen train rigorously and meticulously to ensure that when they are called, every member of the team can perform with precision. Stock Photo

RM2NX5PFT–U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron jump out of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Pararescuemen train rigorously and meticulously to ensure that when they are called, every member of the team can perform with precision.

31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen descend with parachutes after jumping from a 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules during ‘Jump Week’ at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2015. During Jump Week, members of the 31st RQS link up with the 36th AS to maintain mission readiness and rescue tactics in preparation for real-world emergencies. Osakabe Yasuo Stock Photo

RMEG2A7E–31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen descend with parachutes after jumping from a 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules during ‘Jump Week’ at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2015. During Jump Week, members of the 31st RQS link up with the 36th AS to maintain mission readiness and rescue tactics in preparation for real-world emergencies. Osakabe Yasuo

A U.S. Air Force pararescue technician with the 31st Rescue Squadron forward-deployed from Kadena Air Base, Japan, recovers from para-jumping during a Combat, Search and Rescue training for joint,bilateral exercise Keen Sword 19, near Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2018. The training simulated recovering a downed pilot from the ocean and safely getting to shore. Approximately 10,000 U.S. service members participated in KS19. Stock Photo

RMR4JTRC–A U.S. Air Force pararescue technician with the 31st Rescue Squadron forward-deployed from Kadena Air Base, Japan, recovers from para-jumping during a Combat, Search and Rescue training for joint,bilateral exercise Keen Sword 19, near Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2018. The training simulated recovering a downed pilot from the ocean and safely getting to shore. Approximately 10,000 U.S. service members participated in KS19.

Capt. Vince Koziol, 31st Rescue Squadron flight commander, descend with a parachute after jumping from a 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules during a jump week at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2015. During Jump Week, members of the 31st RQS link up with the 36th AS to maintain mission readiness and rescue tactics in preparation for real-world emergencies. Osakabe Yasuo Stock Photo

RMEG2A0B–Capt. Vince Koziol, 31st Rescue Squadron flight commander, descend with a parachute after jumping from a 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules during a jump week at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2015. During Jump Week, members of the 31st RQS link up with the 36th AS to maintain mission readiness and rescue tactics in preparation for real-world emergencies. Osakabe Yasuo

Two U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron transfer an injured victim to the extraction point during training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. The 31st RQS used this training opportunity to exercise proficiency in medical coordination, evaluation, treatment, and recovery operations at Okuma. Stock Photo

RM2M5ED50–Two U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron transfer an injured victim to the extraction point during training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. The 31st RQS used this training opportunity to exercise proficiency in medical coordination, evaluation, treatment, and recovery operations at Okuma.

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RM2A1E068–Members of the 31st Rescue Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, fly in a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter during a combat search and rescue demonstration near Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea during the 2019 Air Power Day, September 21, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)

U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen wait in an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron, prior to jump training over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Pararescuemen conduct meticulous checks on equipment to ensure the safe completion of a jump. Stock Photo

RM2NYDBM0–U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen wait in an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron, prior to jump training over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Pararescuemen conduct meticulous checks on equipment to ensure the safe completion of a jump.

A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman hangs out the back of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II as he prepares to jump out over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. The 31st RQS routinely trains different scenarios so that whatever rescue situation they find themselves in, they can complete the mission successfully. Stock Photo

RM2NJ7D0A–A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman hangs out the back of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II as he prepares to jump out over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. The 31st RQS routinely trains different scenarios so that whatever rescue situation they find themselves in, they can complete the mission successfully.

A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman freefalls with a parachute after jumping from a 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules during training missions over Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015. The training was part of ‘Jump Week’, a week-long training during which members of the 31st RQS link up with the 36th AS to maintain mission readiness and rescue tactics in preparation for real-world emergencies. Osakabe Yasuo Stock Photo

RMEG29C7–A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman freefalls with a parachute after jumping from a 36th Airlift Squadron C-130 Hercules during training missions over Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2015. The training was part of ‘Jump Week’, a week-long training during which members of the 31st RQS link up with the 36th AS to maintain mission readiness and rescue tactics in preparation for real-world emergencies. Osakabe Yasuo

U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare to evacuate an injured victim during medical evacuation training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. The 31st RQS used this training opportunity to exercise proficiency in medical coordination, evaluation, treatment, and recovery operations at Okuma. Stock Photo

RM2M5ED5K–U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron prepare to evacuate an injured victim during medical evacuation training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. The 31st RQS used this training opportunity to exercise proficiency in medical coordination, evaluation, treatment, and recovery operations at Okuma.

Staff Sgt. Jacob Schaumberg, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, is hoisted up onboard an HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter by Master Sgt. John Durbin, 33rd Rescue Squadron flight engineer and squadron superintendent, during a joint field training exercise off the coast of Okinawa Sept. 1. Members from the two squadrons trained together on water survival, search and rescue, close air support, and maritime defense and interdiction. Airman 1st Class Jarvie Z. Wallace Stock Photo

RMEG1DED–Staff Sgt. Jacob Schaumberg, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, is hoisted up onboard an HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter by Master Sgt. John Durbin, 33rd Rescue Squadron flight engineer and squadron superintendent, during a joint field training exercise off the coast of Okinawa Sept. 1. Members from the two squadrons trained together on water survival, search and rescue, close air support, and maritime defense and interdiction. Airman 1st Class Jarvie Z. Wallace

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Rescue Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force pararescuemen prepare for Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. During Keen Sword, the 17th SOS and JASDF worked together for exercises such as a mass casualty exercise and coordinating rescue efforts. Stock Photo

RMRE2MYA–U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 31st Rescue Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force pararescuemen prepare for Exercise Keen Sword 17 Nov. 10, 2016, off the coast of Okinawa, Japan. During Keen Sword, the 17th SOS and JASDF worked together for exercises such as a mass casualty exercise and coordinating rescue efforts.

RFFRFTK0–771 Royal Navy Search an Rescue Squadron Decommission on 31st March 2016

RM2A1DY7W–Members of the 31st Rescue Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, fly in a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter during a combat search and rescue demonstration near Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea during the 2019 Air Power Day, September 21, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)

A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out after a raft and his teammates from the back of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. During the training, PJs parachuted to a location in the ocean and then boarded a raft that had been dropped earlier, proceeding to navigate back to shore. Stock Photo

RM2NJ7DJG–A 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out after a raft and his teammates from the back of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. During the training, PJs parachuted to a location in the ocean and then boarded a raft that had been dropped earlier, proceeding to navigate back to shore.

Two U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron begin repelling down a cliff during a medical evacuation training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. This training was a joint effort to increase proficiency and provide training experience for real-world emergencies. Stock Photo

RM2M5ED5A–Two U.S. Air Force pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron begin repelling down a cliff during a medical evacuation training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. This training was a joint effort to increase proficiency and provide training experience for real-world emergencies.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacob Schaumberg, a 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, is hoisted up onboard an Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter by Master Sgt. John Durbin, a 33rd Rescue Squadron flight engineer and squadron superintendent, during a joint field training exercise off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 1, 2011. Members from the two squadrons trained together on water survival, search and rescue, close air support, and maritime defense and interdiction. Airman 1st Class Jarvie Z. Wallace Stock Photo

RMEG1DEE–U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacob Schaumberg, a 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, is hoisted up onboard an Air Force HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopter by Master Sgt. John Durbin, a 33rd Rescue Squadron flight engineer and squadron superintendent, during a joint field training exercise off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Sept. 1, 2011. Members from the two squadrons trained together on water survival, search and rescue, close air support, and maritime defense and interdiction. Airman 1st Class Jarvie Z. Wallace

RMRAHXWT–Senior Airman Paul Rodriguez, 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman, prepares for a combat search and rescue mission during Exercise Pacific Thunder 17-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 2, 2017. Exercise Pacific Thunder is a Pacific Air Forces exercise that combines the rescue capabilities of U.S. and ROK air force rescue units with the close air support of A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron, in realistic training missions flown in mountainous Korean terrain.

Staff Sgt. Nathan Vogel and Senior Airman Zack Asmus are hoisted out of the water during a water rescue training scenario Feb. 26, 2013, off the coast of Torii Station, Japan. The scenario accompanied bilateral training between U.S. military, Japanese coast guard and emergency services to strengthen communications and processes in the event of an aircraft mishap. Vogel and Asmus are 320th Special Tactics Squadron pararescumen. Tech. Sgt. Jocelyn L. Rich-Pendracki Stock Photo

RMEG29JC–Staff Sgt. Nathan Vogel and Senior Airman Zack Asmus are hoisted out of the water during a water rescue training scenario Feb. 26, 2013, off the coast of Torii Station, Japan. The scenario accompanied bilateral training between U.S. military, Japanese coast guard and emergency services to strengthen communications and processes in the event of an aircraft mishap. Vogel and Asmus are 320th Special Tactics Squadron pararescumen. Tech. Sgt. Jocelyn L. Rich-Pendracki

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Pararescuemen from the 33rd Rescue Squadron salute the American flag after handing it off to a member of the Kadena Honor Guard during the Veterans Day ceremony at the 18th Wing Headquarters building on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 12, 2012. During the ceremony, members from each branch of service on Okinawa came together to recognize the sacrifices made by all U.S. veterans, past and present. Airman 1st Class Hailey R. Davis Stock Photo

RMEG29Y9–Pararescuemen from the 33rd Rescue Squadron salute the American flag after handing it off to a member of the Kadena Honor Guard during the Veterans Day ceremony at the 18th Wing Headquarters building on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 12, 2012. During the ceremony, members from each branch of service on Okinawa came together to recognize the sacrifices made by all U.S. veterans, past and present. Airman 1st Class Hailey R. Davis

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bobby Colliton, Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape specialist from the 18th Operation Support Squ Stock Photo

RME0KB29–U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bobby Colliton, Survival Evasion Resistance and Escape specialist from the 18th Operation Support Squ

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RM2A1DY7X–Members of the 31st Rescue Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, fly in a HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter during a combat search and rescue demonstration near Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea during the 2019 Air Power Day, September 21, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)

RM2NMFFF7–U.S. Air Force pararescuemen assigned to the 31st Rescue Squadron jump out of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Pararescuemen train rigorously and meticulously to ensure that when they are called, every member of the team can perform with precision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

Airman 1st Class Brody Hanna, left, 1st Special Operations Squadron loadmaster, clears members from the 31st Rescue Squadron for their jump out of the MC-130J Commando II over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. The MC-130J Commando II provides infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of special operations forces and equipment in hostile or denied territory. Stock Photo

RM2NJ7EN6–Airman 1st Class Brody Hanna, left, 1st Special Operations Squadron loadmaster, clears members from the 31st Rescue Squadron for their jump out of the MC-130J Commando II over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. The MC-130J Commando II provides infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of special operations forces and equipment in hostile or denied territory.

A U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman prepares to execute a free fall jump out of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. USAF pararescuemen are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments. Stock Photo

RM2NWPDJA–A U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman prepares to execute a free fall jump out of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. USAF pararescuemen are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments.

A U.S. Air Force pararescueman from the 31st Rescue Squadron extracts a simulated victim during medical evacuation training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. The 31st RQS used this training opportunity to exercise proficiency in medical coordination, evaluation, treatment, and recovery operations at Okuma. Stock Photo

RM2M5ED77–A U.S. Air Force pararescueman from the 31st Rescue Squadron extracts a simulated victim during medical evacuation training at Okuma Beach, Japan, March 7, 2022. The 31st RQS used this training opportunity to exercise proficiency in medical coordination, evaluation, treatment, and recovery operations at Okuma.

Philippine Airmen with 505th Search and Rescue Group and U.S. Airmen with 31st Rescue Squadron, 18th Wing, share rappelling techniques during a subject matter expert exchange at Clark Air Base in Mabalacat City, Pampanga, May 10, 2017. Balikatan is an annual U.S.-Philippine bilateral military exercise focused on a variety of missions, including humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, counterterrorism, and other combined military operations. Stock Photo

RMP552W1–Philippine Airmen with 505th Search and Rescue Group and U.S. Airmen with 31st Rescue Squadron, 18th Wing, share rappelling techniques during a subject matter expert exchange at Clark Air Base in Mabalacat City, Pampanga, May 10, 2017. Balikatan is an annual U.S.-Philippine bilateral military exercise focused on a variety of missions, including humanitarian assistance and disaster relief, counterterrorism, and other combined military operations.

Operators from the 31st Rescue Squadron affix a litter to an off-road vehicle during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and conduct training activities to hone technical skills and enhance the base's operational readiness. Stock Photo

RM2M5EGND–Operators from the 31st Rescue Squadron affix a litter to an off-road vehicle during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and conduct training activities to hone technical skills and enhance the base's operational readiness.

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bobby Colliton, assigned to the 18th Operation Support Squadron, rides in an HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopt Stock Photo

RME1HGYG–U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bobby Colliton, assigned to the 18th Operation Support Squadron, rides in an HH-60 Pave Hawk helicopt

Members of the Kadena Honor guard step to raise the American flag as reveille sounds during the Veterans Day ceremony at the 18th Wing Headquarters building on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2012. After the raising of the flag and the Japanese and Ameri Stock Photo

RMCYXRGC–Members of the Kadena Honor guard step to raise the American flag as reveille sounds during the Veterans Day ceremony at the 18th Wing Headquarters building on Kadena Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2012. After the raising of the flag and the Japanese and Ameri

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RM2NMFFFK–A U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman jumps out of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Pararescuemen train rigorously and meticulously to ensure that when they are called, every member of the team can perform with precision. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer)

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RM2NWRPEB–U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescuemen wait in an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron, prior to jump training over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. Members from the 31st RQS train meticulously to make sure anyone in need of medical care, regardless of the location or situation, gets rescued quickly and safely.

Staff Sgt. Joshua Cunningham rappels from a bridge to save Staff Sgt. George Reed from a simulated parachute catch during element leader upgrade training Jan. 22, 2014, on Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pararescuemen frequently train in a multitude of rescue scenarios in order to be prepared for any environment or situation and maintain proficiency. Cunningham and Reed are pararescueman with the 31st Rescue Squadron. Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman Stock Photo

RMEG2BAT–Staff Sgt. Joshua Cunningham rappels from a bridge to save Staff Sgt. George Reed from a simulated parachute catch during element leader upgrade training Jan. 22, 2014, on Kadena Air Base, Japan. Pararescuemen frequently train in a multitude of rescue scenarios in order to be prepared for any environment or situation and maintain proficiency. Cunningham and Reed are pararescueman with the 31st Rescue Squadron. Senior Airman Maeson L. Elleman

Two 1st Special Operations Squadron loadmasters go over safety precautions in preparation for a drop over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. Members from the 1st SOS helped transport members from the 31st Rescue Squadron and Navy in an MC-130J Commando II, allowing for military personnel to drop supplies and conduct jump training over water. Stock Photo

RM2NJ7H5K–Two 1st Special Operations Squadron loadmasters go over safety precautions in preparation for a drop over the Pacific Ocean, Aug. 5, 2022. Members from the 1st SOS helped transport members from the 31st Rescue Squadron and Navy in an MC-130J Commando II, allowing for military personnel to drop supplies and conduct jump training over water.

An operator from the 31st Rescue Squadron checks the breathing of a simulated casualty during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and conduct training activities to hone technical skills and enhance the base's operational readiness. Stock Photo

RM2M5EGN8–An operator from the 31st Rescue Squadron checks the breathing of a simulated casualty during a routine readiness training exercise at Kadena Air Base, March 8, 2022. During the training, Kadena members will practice mobilization procedures and conduct training activities to hone technical skills and enhance the base's operational readiness.

A U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman looks out the window of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, to observe the drop zone during jump training conducted over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. USAF pararescuemen are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments. Stock Photo

RM2NW93RT–A U.S. Air Force 31st Rescue Squadron pararescueman looks out the window of a 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II, to observe the drop zone during jump training conducted over the Pacific Ocean, Feb. 22, 2023. USAF pararescuemen are trained, equipped and postured to conduct full spectrum personnel recovery operations in both peacetime and combat environments.

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