July 1, 2026 Flying the alliance forward The flight highlighted the enduring partnership between the 35th FW and the 3rd AW, strengthening mutual understanding and reinforcing bilateral cooperation in support of regional security and readiness across the Pacific.
July 1, 2026 35th Security Forces Squadron strengthens military working dog readiness Routine training with live explosive training aids reinforces MWD teams' detection proficiency, helping safeguard personnel and critical assets that enable the 35th Fighter Wing's combat readiness.
June 23, 2026 Team Misawa celebrates 37th American Day, 250 years of freedom More than 25,000 spectators lined the streets outside Misawa Air Base's Friendship Gate for the 37th annual American Day and 250th birthday of the United States on June 21, 2026.
June 22, 2026 Wild Weasel Walk-Through: 35th Maintenance Group maintenance operation control The Wild Weasel Walk-Through recognition program enabled top leaders to learn more about Rapley and the MOC’s role in synchronizing maintenance efforts that keep 35th FW aircraft mission-ready.
June 20, 2026 Coastal Connections: Celebrating America’s 250th Birthday U.S. Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission, Aaron D. Snipe, 35th Fighter Wing leadership, Japan Air Self-Defense Forces leadership and local government officials participated in a “Friendship Hike” along the scenic coastline to celebrate America’s 250th birthday and highlight the deep-rooted partnership
June 15, 2026 Leading Beyond the Gate: Wing Commander Serves as Mayor for a Day The Mayor for a Day tradition with 35th FW commanders deepens the trust and mutual understanding between Misawa Air Base and surrounding communities.
June 14, 2026 Mission and Morale: CMSSF Connects with Misawa’s Space Warning Squadron Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna recently visited Misawa’s 5th Space Warning Squadron, Detachment 4,during his trip he got a firsthand look at operational needs and heard directly from the Guardians’ about recent missions while taking time to recognize the recent achievements of