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Three Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2s and two F-16 Fighting Falcons taxi down the flight line during the kick-off of the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The five jets were suppose to do a fly by but the weather forced them to stay grounded. Both airframes are stationed at Misawa AB and work hand-in-hand to accomplish the mission.(U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marines begin refueling operations near Chitose Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. Misawa Air Base 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuel management flight provided fuel to various units who temporarily deployed to the base, enabling continuous presence in the Indo-Asia- Pacific region. The HMH-462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for training purposes. Exercise opportunities such as NV17 enhance the U.S. and Japan Alliance and increase its ability to maintain regional peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary Sasman, a Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 462 crew chief, looks out of a window to visually assist in landing a CH-53E Super Stallion near Chitose Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. The HMH-462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for training purposes. Misawa acts as a centralized hub if a contingency occurred in the Indo-Asia- Pacific region, enabling the wing to uphold its “fight tonight” posture and assist other units in the same. The exercise allowed the Allied forces to increase their combined arms proficiency in both ground and aviation capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

A U.S. Marine Corps pilot and crew chief, both with Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 462, talk as they transport personnel and supplies, near Chitose Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. Misawa AB has the ability to support and receive multiple units in order to quickly respond to contingency operations. The HMH- 462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for training purposes. The transport took place during Northern Viper 17, an exercise designed to enhance the collective defense capability of the U.S. and Japan security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Navy Lt. Jim Curty, a Marine Aircraft Group 36, Headquarters deputy group chaplain, waits to be called to a CH-53E Super Stallion at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. Curty visited a forward air refuel point as a wellness check for U.S. Marine Corps personnel working in the area in support of exercise Northern Viper 17. Misawa AB’s geographic location and flexibility allows the wing to keep its “fight tonight” stance, while aiding additional units to integrate and project power at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Garrett Mills, a Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 462 crew chief, speaks with another crew chief during a delivery operation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. Misawa AB supported more than 500 Marines who temporarily deployed to the base in order to train and reinforce their mission tactics for future tasks during Northern Viper 17. The HMH-462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for training purposes. NV17 exercised U.S. and Japan’s interoperability as a combined, joint defense force while reducing the overall burden on the people of Okinawa by relocating training to mainland Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Sara Crump, a CH-53E Super Stallion crew chief, performs a preflight check at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. The CH-53 is a heavy lift helicopter capable of lifting more than 22 tons. The CH-53s worked with Misawa AB to use Draughon Range for external lifting rehearsal, which is essential for expedited cargo and personnel transportation to carry out missions elsewhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Garrett Mills, a Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 462 crew chief, waits on a CH- 53E Super Stallion at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. The HMH-462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for exercise purposes. If a contingency arises, Misawa AB would serve as central hub for units in the Indo-Asia- Pacific theater to relocate and receive support from the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Understanding the tools

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Matthew Melendez, right, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technicain shows Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tohoku EOD school instructors, components of a variety of tools during the class room portion of a two-day training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. The training was based on building a mutual understanding of foundational EOD skills, to include classroom instruction and realistic hands-on practical exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Proceed with caution

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Matthew Melendez, left, Staff Sgt. Matthew Thompson, center, both 35th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technicians, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shinji Okuzono, right, Tohoku EOD school instructor, discuss a plan of action for safe removal of an unexploded ordnance recovered during a training scenario at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. The two day training was spent building a mutual understanding of foundational EOD skills, including classroom instruction and realistic hands-on practical exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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EOD’s artifacts

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shinji Okuzono, left, a Tohoku Explosive Ordnance Disposal school instructor, pulls a cord down range while U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Matthew Melendez, right, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron EOD technicain, feeds it through the reel during a potential extraction training procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. There are a plethora of tools EOD technicians use to safely recover, diffuse and dispose of ordnance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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EOD’s artifacts

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shinji Okuzono, a Tohoku Explosive Ordnance Disposal school instructor, brushes dirt away from an unexploded ordnance during a close range reconnaissance training mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. Closely examining an ordnance determines what procedures an EOD technician should use for safe removal. Over the course of two days the EOD team conducted four UXO-related operations: landmine and submunitions the first day, a cache and rocket and mortar the second day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Initial reconnaissance

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shota Nakano, a Tohoku Explosive Ordnance Disposal school instructor, looks through binoculars down range while conducting an initial training scenario reconnaissance at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. Upon arriving at the location of an identified ordnance it is vital to confirm what type of ordnance it is in order to come up with an appropriate plan of approach, proper handling and safe disposal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Laser vision

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shinji Okuzono, a Tohoku Explosive Ordnance Disposal school instructor, uses a laser range finder to get the accurate distance of the ordnance during a training scenario at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. The laser range finder helped Okuzono confirm the type of ordnance and come up with a plan of approach to safely dismantle the ordnance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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U.S., Japanese Jets soar during Misawa Air Fest 2016

A pair of Blue Impulse pilots wave to the crowd during Misawa Air Fest 2016 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2016. During the air show, attendees saw flying demonstrations of the F-15J, F-2, CH-47 Chinook, U-125 and a UH-60 Black Hawk. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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U.S., Japanese Jets soar during Misawa Air Fest 2016

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Captain Yoshida, a pilot with Blue Impulse, sits in the cockpit of a Kawasaki T-4 prior to their aerobatic demonstration during Misawa Air Fest 2016 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2016. Blue Impulse is an aerobatic team assigned with the JASDF 4th Air Wing, at Matsushima Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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U.S., Japanese Jets soar during Misawa Air Fest 2016

Japan Air Self-Defense Force’s aerobatic team, Blue Impulse, performs a maneuver during Misawa Air Fest 2016 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2016. U.S. Air Force Maj. Michael Handy, Misawa Air Fest 2016 project officer with the 35th Fighter Wing, stated the air show allowed them to demonstrate the strength of the bond between the United States Air Force and JASDF and showcased their combined capabilities in the Pacific Air Forces’ area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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U.S., Japanese Jets soar during Misawa Air Fest 2016

Attendees take photos of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force aerobatic demonstration during Misawa Air Fest 2016 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2016. Approximately 80,000 people attended the event and experienced static displays and demonstrations from both the JASDF and U.S. armed forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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U.S., Japanese Jets soar during Misawa Air Fest 2016

Kawasaki T-4s zoom overhead during an aerobatic demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2016. Blue Impulse, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force aerobatic demonstration team, performed several maneuvers for the air show attendees. The team is assigned with the 4th Air Wing, Matsushima Air Base, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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JASDF bilateral exercise prepares for air show

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Elizabeth Ehrnschwender, a wing self-assessment program manager with the 35th Fighter Wing staff agencies inspector general’s inspections office, left, applies moulage to Japan Air Self Defense Force Senior Airman Ken Tanaka prior to the start of a bilateral emergency management exercise at Misawa Air base, Japan, Aug. 31, 2016. Approximately 60 service members participated in the exercise to simulate injuries for medical staff to diagnose and respond to. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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