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Misawa Logistics Mechanics Conduct Their First Combat Readiness Exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Michael Yingling, left, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron customer service technician, places a bucket of tools on the ground with Tech. Sgt. Garrett Dicus, right, the 35th LRS multipurpose maintenance section chief, during the first LRS agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 20, 2019. The ACE concept tests Airmen’s ability to demonstrate advanced readiness and forward thinking while responding to an unexpected contingency operation.

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Misawa Maintainers Innovate New Parts for Targeting Pods, Re-achieve 98% Mission Standard Rate

Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Squadron avionics flight, inspect and rebuild an awaiting part pod at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 20, 2019. The ALQ-184 pod intercepts radar signals from aircraft and missile sites and is used to support the suppression of enemy air defenses mission by increasing reception range, reducing countermeasure response time and improving reliability.

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U.S., Thai and Singaporean Airmen Support Korat Community during COPE Tiger 2019

A Ban PaLai School student thanks Col. Teo Soo Yeow, Singapore air force COPE Tiger 2019 exercise director, after being served lunch during a cultural exchange at Korat, Thailand, March 13, 2019. COPE Tiger participants had the opportunity to spend the morning with the kids, participating in a team-building exercise, dancing along to the Royal Thai Air Force Band and eating lunch.

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The U.S, Thailand, and Singapore Launch 25th COPE Tiger Exercise

U. S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kalle Hougaard, 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief performs a pre-flight inspection during COPE Tiger 2019 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 11, 2019. COPE Tiger is an annual multilateral aerial exercise aimed at improving combat readiness and interoperability between the Republic of Singapore Air Force, Royal Thai Air Force, and U.S. Air Force, while concurrently enhancing the three nations' military relations.

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Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association Award-winning Airman Fortifies Japanese-American Relations

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class William Raley, left, a 610th Air Control Flight weapons director technician, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shigeru Aihata, right, a 6th Air Defense Missile Group supply management section chief, prepare to receive the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association award at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 6, 2019. The JAAGA awards happen annually, honoring the top JASDF and U.S. Air Force member who best contributes to building U.S.-Japan partnerships.

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Misawa Propulsion Airmen Speed up F-16 Engine Delivery to PACAF Bases

The 35th Maintenance Squadron propulsion flight centralized repair storage facility stores various equipment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 12, 2019. The seemingly brand new building is constructed out of four unused corrugated metal buildings, which aided in cost savings, time and resources.

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U.S., Japanese Leaders Discuss Misawa Bilateral Programs

Misawa City Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi, reviews plans for the Misawa Kids Center during the Community Relations Advisory Council meeting at the Misawa International Center, Japan, Feb. 5, 2019. The Misawa Kids Center, opening in April 2019, will help Misawa Air Base and Misawa City kids connect with each other.

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Professional Development Center Sets Up Airmen for Success with Professional Courses

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Anthony Nelson, a 35th Air Medical Squadron public health flight chief, teaches Airmen about proper nutrition during a Wild Weasels University nutrition and fitness class. Eighteen attendees participated earning them each a certificate of completion and new knowledge to guide their health.

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Engineers, Airfield Managers Fight Snowy Weather, Keep Misawa Runway Open

Members with the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron clear snow off the flight line at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 12, 2018. The 35th CES clears the flight line to create a safe environment for F-16s to takeoff and maintain wing readiness.

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U.S. Airmen Share Holiday Spirit with Hirosaki Orphans

Santa Claus gives a Hirosaki Ai-Sei-En orphan a Christmas gift during a visit at Hirosaki, Japan, Dec. 8, 2018. The 35th Operations Group annually visits the orphanage to bring gifts, games and other activities to those who are less fortunate, raising approximately $5,000 for this year’s event.

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35th Fighter Wing strengthens U.S., Japan alliance during Tsuiki ATR

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing from Misawa Air Base, Japan, move light carts to the flightline at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. Approximately 85 Airmen and six F-16 Fighting Falcons flew to Tsuiki to participate in an aviation training relocation with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force.

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Wild Weasels Engage in Yamada Sub Base Bilateral Exchange

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Senior Airman Shimizu, left, a 37th Surveillance Squadron radar maintenance technician, looks at a Japanese phrase book with U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Hannah Tatum’s, a 35th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission systems technician, during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. U.S. Air Force members from various career fields stayed with their JASDF counterparts to better integrate with each other. Participants obtained a deeper understanding of cultural differences among themselves and learned to perform tasks together, ensuring fluid mission execution in the future.

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Wild Weasel maintainers learn joint, multilateral tactics at Red Flag-Alaska 19-1

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kelsie Walls, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, communicates over a headset with a pilot prior to take-off during exercise RED FLAG-Alaska 19-1, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 9, 2018. Maintainers repaired jets alongside joint and multilateral partners from around the world, affording them opportunities to exchange tactics, operations techniques and procedures, which improve international interoperability.

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The 35th FW kicks off RED FLAG-Alaska 19-1

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons with the 13th Fighter Squadron sit on a runway during Exercise Red Flag-Alaska 19-1, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 6, 2018. RF-A 19-1, held Oct. 4 to 19, exposes all parties to combat-like scenarios to familiarize members with high-intensity, fast-paced operations to improve interoperability among allies.

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U.S., Japanese emergency responders train to perfect safety, security for air show

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dorian Parks, center, a 35th Comptroller Squadron budget analyst, simulates an injured leg while 35th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters carry her to safety after a mock aircraft crash at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 29, 2018. U. S. Air Force, Japan Air Self-Defense Force and Central Aviation Bureau agencies responded to about 35 American and Japanese personnel who simulated various injuries that occurred after a fake explosion.

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Misawa's munitions flight is F-16's “bomb shop”

Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Squadron munitions shop, tie down assets at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 18, 2018. It’s the responsibility of ammunitions systems specialists to assemble and process nonnuclear weapons. With attention to detail and extreme care, these experts handle, store, transport, arm and disarm weapons systems to ensure the safety and success of the mission.

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35 FW guidon passed to new commander

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Todd A. Doizer, Fifth Air Force vice commander, left, and Col. Kristopher W. Struve, 35th Fighter Wing commander, right, pause for a photo during the passing of the guidon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 16, 2018. The guidon symbolizes the relinquishment of command from the outgoing commander to the incoming commander.

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PACAF Demo Team fuels Alaskan community during Arctic Thunder 2018

The Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team plants native vegetation by a riverbank with the Youth Employment in Parks program members in Anchorage, Alaska, June 29, 2018. The YEP program provides a 10-week summer program, hiring Anchorage teens to complete park improvement projects. Participants learn natural resource management job skills by building trails and restoring stream banks.

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PACAF Demo Team, Eielson AFB jets support Artic Thunder 2018

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team and Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, watch an aerobatic practice prior to Arctic Thunder 2018, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 26, 2018. The PACAF Demo Team worked hand-in-hand with Eielson AFB to perform at the air show while saving thousands of taxpayer dollars.

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PACAF Demo Team, Eielson AFB jets support Artic Thunder 2018

U.S. Air Force Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team and contractors perpare two F-16 Fighting Falcons from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, for an aerobatic practice at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 26, 2018. Eielson AFB supported the demo team by providing aircraft to fly as well as contractors to maintain the jets for the 2018 Arctic Thunder biennial air show .

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