July 22, 2026 Col. Davidson conducts his final flight as the 35th Fighter Wing commander U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, conducts his final flight at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 7, 2026. The tradition commemorates an aviator's final flight before changing assignments, commemorating Col. Davidson's service as both a pilot and wing commander.
July 13, 2026 A day in command: Misawa Mayor serves as Wing Commander for a Day The visit marked a Wing Commander for a Day tradition, providing Mayor Kohiyama with the opportunity to experience the mission of the 35th FW firsthand while strengthening the longstanding partnership between Misawa Air Base and the local community.
July 13, 2026 35th Fighter Wing commander hosts JASDF 3rd Air Wing commander for familiarization flight The familiarization flight gave Maj. Gen. Tomikawa the opportunity to experience F-16 operations alongside the 35th Fighter Wing while strengthening professional ties between the U.S. Air Force and JASDF.
July 13, 2026 35th Fighter Wing Change of Command U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson relinquished command of the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) to Col. Oliver Lause during the wing change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, July 13, 2026.
July 9, 2026 3rd Air Wing commander visits the 35th Fighter Wing, advancing U.S.-Japan alliance The tour provided the 3rd AW commander with a closer look at the Airmen responsible for protecting the installation, delivering medical care, responding to emergencies and supplying fuel, capabilities that enable the 35th FW to rapidly respond to any threats to U.S. interests in the Pacific Theater.
July 7, 2026 Forged through mission, culture and community The video highlights two years of mission accomplishment, Airmen development and community engagement, showcasing the people, partnerships and capabilities that support the 35th FW’s mission and strengthen regional deterrence.
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.