Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

U.S. Air Force Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants Airmen from the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron position a Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants truck next to a C-17 Globemaster III during Exercise Rainier War 25A at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Oct. 9, 2024. The POL team supports aircrew and ground operations by ensuring essential fuel is available for aircraft in the Indo-Pacific region, enhancing mission readiness during the exercise, which is conducted in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

U.S. Air Force aircrew members from the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron pose in the cargo hold of a C-17 Globemaster III, shaping their fingers into the number seven to represent their squadron, at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 9, 2024. The 7th EAS led a four-ship formation across the Pacific, showcasing their rapid deployment capabilities as part of Exercise Rainier War 25A, conducted in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Lewis-McChord and F-22 Raptors from Hickam Air Force Base on the flight line at Marine Corps Base Hawaii during Exercise Rainier War 25A, Oct. 9, 2024. The exercise brings together diverse air assets to strengthen joint operations and interoperability in the Indo-Pacific region, conducted in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nico Sharpe, a 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron dedicated crew chief, marshals a Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants truck onto a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 9, 2024. The 62d Airlift Wing is conducting Exercise Rainier War in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center to test and enhance rapid deployment and sustainment of combat operations in the Indo-Pacific region. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Lewis-McChord and F-22 Raptors from Hickam Air Force Base on the flight line at Marine Corps Base Hawaii during Exercise Rainier War 25A, Oct. 9, 2024. The exercise brings together diverse air assets to strengthen joint operations and interoperability in the Indo-Pacific region, conducted in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

U.S. Air Force aircrew members and Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants Airmen from the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron perform a defueling operation on a C-17 Globemaster III at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Oct. 9, 2024. The fuel transfer supports ongoing operations as part of Exercise Rainier War 25A, conducted in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center to enhance readiness and sustainment capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

U.S. Air Force aircrew members and Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants Airmen from the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron perform a defueling operation on a C-17 Globemaster III at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Oct. 9, 2024. The fuel transfer supports ongoing operations as part of Exercise Rainier War 25A, conducted in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center to enhance readiness and sustainment capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nico Sharpe, a dedicated crew chief with the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron, marshals a Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants truck onto a C-17 Globemaster III at Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kōnelohe, Oct. 9, 2024. The 62d Airlift Wing is conducting Exercise Rainier War in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center to test its ability to rapidly deploy and sustain combat operations in the Indo-Pacific region. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron load a Petroleum, Oils, and Lubricants truck and passengers onto a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 9, 2024. The 62d Airlift Wing is conducting Exercise Rainier War in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center to enhance the readiness and sustainment capabilities of the U.S. Air Force in the Indo-Pacific region. JPMRC 25-01 includes training participants from across the U.S. Joint Force, and multinational Allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)

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Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the JPMRC 25-01, RW 25A

Published Oct. 12, 2024
By Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek
62d Airlift Wing Public Affairs

KAILUA, Hawaii --

In a demonstration of joint capability and interoperability, Airmen from the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron supported the refueling of Hickam’s F-22 Raptors during Exercise Rainier War 25A, conducted in conjunction with the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center. This operation highlights the squadron’s critical role in sustaining air dominance and mission readiness across the Indo-Pacific region.

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A

Refueling Hickam's F-22s: A Key Mission for the 62d Airlift Wing in Rainier War 25A