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  • F-35A Lightning IIs arrive at Misawa Air Base

    F-35A Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 13th Fighter Squadron arrived at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 28, 2026, marking the beginning of the squadron’s transition to fifth-generation airpower and the permanent stationing of the Joint Force’s most advanced tactical aircraft in Northern Japan.

  • Fitness access remains mission-focused during Potter renovation

    Beginning March 30, 2026 the 35th Force Support Squadron (FSS) will partially close the Potter Fitness Center main gym for major renovations, disperse equipment across the installation, and ensure fitness standards and mission readiness can be met by all personnel assigned to Misawa.

  • 35th Fighter Wing Chaplain Exchange

    Members assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing Chaplain team hosted a Chaplain Exchange with off-base Japanese Chaplains at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb 26, 2026. The exchange brought together visiting Japanese interfaith chaplains, alongside a Tohoku University Hospital representative to discuss

  • 35th FW Airpower Strengthens Indo-Pacific Deterrence

    A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron takes off at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 18, 2026. The 35th Fighter Wing’s unwavering commitment to readiness and projecting agile combat power reinforces the U.S.-Japan alliance for maintaining peace through strength in

  • 35th Fighter Wing conducts medical readiness during Freedom Shield

    U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Medical Group transport casualty actors during Freedom Lift in support of Exercise Freedom Shield at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. Freedom Shield is a combined defensive exercise conducted with the Republic of Korea Armed Forces, with Freedom Lift at Misawa

  • 35th FW: How We Stay Ready

    The training highlights Airmen executing high-tempo scenarios designed to build readiness, strengthen integration and ensure the 35th FW can sustain operations in dynamic and contested environments, preserving peace through strength in the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command theater.