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JOINT BASE PEARL HARBORHICKAM, Hawaii

An RQ-4 Global Hawk, assigned to the 69th Reconnaissance Group, Detachment 1, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, lands at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 1, 2018, for a temporary intra-theater deployment. The movement increases operations for Global Hawks during months of inclement weather endured at Andersen, such as typhoons and other scenarios which have the potential to hinder readiness.The Andersen-based RQ-4s were deployed to Yokota AB, Japan, in 2017 and to Misawa AB in 2014 and 2015 for similar reasons. The United States continues to deploy its most advanced capabilities to Japan, including the Global Hawk, as part of the commitment to the security and stability of Japan. Share

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBORHICKAM, Hawaii

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska flies over the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex May 2, 2018. The 354th Fighter Wing is currently hosting the first of four RED FLAG-Alaska exercises this year. In this iteration we have assets and personnel from more than a dozen units and two of our sister services participating. Share

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 takes flight while a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis on the flight line in preparation for dissimilar air combat tactics at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. DACT is performed between the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. forces monthly to share knowledge, experience and build camaraderie. Share

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska

Five U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons, assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron aircraft out of Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, await take off from the Eielson Air Force Base flight line April 25, 2018. The 36th FS will participate in RED FLAG-Alaska 18-1, an exercise which provides opportunities for units to integrate with joint, coalition and multilateral training. Share

WANAKA, New Zealand

Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot (left), and Maj. Richard Smeeding, 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot (right), fly in formation behind a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Pacific Ocean en route to New Zealand for the Warbirds Over Wanaka (WOW) International Airshow 2018, March 28, 2018. U.S. forces are participating in WOW Airshow 2018 to strengthen military-to-military ties with New Zealand partners while enhancing relationships with partners in the Indo-Pacific region. Share

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan

U.S. Air Force Capt. DeWulf, the 13th Fighter Squadron bravo flight commander, taxis in an F-16 Fighting Falcon tail number 400 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2018. Despite being grounded for 450 days, the 35th Maintenance Squadron used this experience as a training opportunity to hone skills that are not typically executed during daily maintenance operations. Share

SINGAPORE

In this file photo, a U.S. Air Force F-16C Fighting Falcon from the 35th Fighter Wing, Misawa Air Base, Japan, performs an aerial demonstration during the Singapore International Airshow, at Changi International Airport, Singapore, Feb. 20, 2016. The show was an opportunity for the U.S. to demonstrate flexible combat capabilities and to deter adversaries, while reassuring allies and partners. Share

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan

(From left) U.S. Navy Lt Cdr. Erik Halvorson, an Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 EA-18 Growler pilot, and U.S. Air Force Capt. James Broncheau, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, disembark a Growler after a familiarization flight at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2018. The familiarization flight gave the opportunity for each pilot to experience the capabilities and responsibilities of each aircraft, while enhancing the understanding of each jet’s role in different missions. Share

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dennis Kim, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, and MWD Drake low crawl through an obstacle during the Winter Warrior Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 13, 2017. The MWD handlers wore individual protective equipment, a M4 carbine, and a ruck sack with water and veterinarian medical supplies weighing around 55 pounds throughout the competition. Share

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan

The first operational Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35A sits on the flightline while an F-16 Fighting Falcon takes off during the F-35A’s arrival ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 25, 2018. In the upcoming Japanese fiscal year, nine more aircraft will join this one to incept the first fifth-generation fighter squadron as part of the JASDF’s 3rd Air Wing. Share

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kyler Record, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, inspects an F-16 Fighting Falcon panel at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 16, 2017. Ever couple of months Airmen who typucally work day shift, switch to nights in order to gain the neccessary experience for optimal combat readiness. Share

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Anthony Spadaro, the U.S. Pacific Command senior enlisted leader, coins Japan Air Self-Defense Force Chief Warrant Officer Hirotakn Sasaki, command chief of Northern Aircraft Control and Warning Wing, during a two-day visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 20, 2017. Spadaro’s visit served as an opportunity to meet with JASDF 3rd Air Wing leadership and engage with the Koku-Jiei-Tai junior enlisted, reaffirming the alliance between the two countries. Share

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