18th SPS

The 18th Security Police Squadron (18th SPS) is a United States Air Force unit assigned to the 18th Wing at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. Originally designated as a part of the Air Police, the squadron has served in various security and law enforcement roles since its establishment, including during the Vietnam War, where it provided base defense and force protection. Over the years, the 18th SPS has played a vital role in the defense of U.S. interests in the Pacific, adapting to evolving security challenges. Today, the unit continues its mission of safeguarding personnel and resources at Kadena, supporting both peacetime operations and contingency missions in the region.