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U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons, U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force banded together to practice an array of offensive firepower during exercise Iron Spear, Oct. 11 through 13.


Mission planning

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons pilots from the 14th Fighter Squadron, U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers pilots assigned to the Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 and Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces 1st Air Defense Artillery Brigade based out of Okushiri Island, Japan, conduct a pre-brief during exercise Iron Spear at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 13, 2017. The 1st ADA Battalion mission is to defend Japan against aerial attack aircraft by using surface-to-air missiles systems. Whereas the suppression of enemy air defense mission destroys enemy air defensives, which prevent striker aircraft from going in and dropping bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Terrence A. Greene, the United States Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force command chief, prepares for an interview at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23, 2018. The main objective of the chief’s visit was to show support, on behalf of the USFJ and Fifth Air Force, at the Japan Air Self-Defense F-35A Lightning II commemoration ceremony, but he insisted on meeting with Team Misawa enlisted members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Terrence A. Greene, left, the United States Force Japans and Fifth Air Force command chief, examines a construction project with U.S. Navy Builder Constructionman Kyle Artrobus, right, who works with the Naval Air Facility-Misawa Public Works Department, during Greene's tour at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23, 2018. Artrobus showcases his wood work to Greene while discussing new and improved advances being made within his shop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Robert Carter, left, a 35th Maintenance Group weapons load crew member, showcases displayed munitions to Chief Master Sgt. Terrence A. Greene, right, the United States Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force command chief, during his tour at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23, 2018. Greene stressed the importance of Airmen knowing their mission and how their individual actions contribute to stability across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Terrence A. Greene, the United States Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force command chief, speaks with 35th Maintenance Group Airmen at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23, 2018. Greene explained the benefits of facing adversities with perseverance and growth. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Army Capt. Lee Schroeder, left, the Delta Detachment, 1st Space Company, Joint Tactic Army Ground Station commander, walks with U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Terrence A. Greene, right, the United States Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force command chief, during his visit to the JTAGS facility at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23, 2018. Greene’s tour included meeting with Team Misawa and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members in order to better understand the capabilities and responsibilities each unit contributes to the “fight tonight” mentality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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