Misawa Air Base News

Emergency Management Airmen sharpen 35th FW’s contingency survival capabilities

Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:50:13 GMT

The CBRN class strengthened Airmen’s ability to detect, respond to and operate in contaminated environments, enhancing the 35th Fighter Wing’s readiness and resilience in high-threat scenarios.

Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, Fifth Air Force commander visits Misawa Air Base

Senior Airman Gavin Hameed and Kohei Sugisawa — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:45:13 GMT

During the tour, Carey recognized superior performers from numerous units across the 35th Fighter Wing.

Misawa AB Celebrates Month of the Military Child

Senior Airman Andre Medina — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:34:40 GMT

Misawa Air Base leadership joined military families, educators and installation leadership to engage with children across the base while supporting a connected community and reinforcing the role of family support in overall readiness.

Bushido Fitness grand opening ensures fit-to-fight readiness

Senior Airman Gavin Hameed — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:56:33 GMT

Misawa community members celebrate the grand opening of the Bushido Fitness Center at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026. The facility adds new workout space for the installation and helps preserve fitness access while renovations continue at the Potter Fitness Center.

35th Munitions Squadron armament flight keeps aircraft mission ready

Senior Airman Patrick Boyle — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 01:49:27 GMT

The 35th Munitions Squadron armament flight’s work directly supports sortie generation by maintaining weapons systems, reinforcing the 35th Fighter Wing’s ability to sustain combat operations in dynamic environments.

Kazaguruma Guardian 26

Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara — Tue, 31 Mar 2026 05:29:52 GMT

Air Force leaders from the United States, Japan and the Netherlands gathered at Misawa Air Base for Exercise Kazaguruma Guardian 26, highlighting the strength of trilateral partnerships and a shared commitment to peace through strength in the Indo-Pacific region.

F-35A Lightning IIs arrive at Misawa Air Base

Senior Airman Patrick Boyle — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:09:42 GMT

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

Senior Airman Gavin Hameed — Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:27:34 GMT

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.

Strategic Studies Group members visit at Misawa AB

Kohei Sugisawa — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 01:49:21 GMT

U.S. Airmen and Japan Air Self-Defense Force leaders conduct a Chief of Staff of the Air Force Strategic Studies Group tour at Misawa Air Base.

35th Fighter Wing Chaplain Exchange

Senior Airman Koby Mitchell — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:28:42 GMT

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 spiritual care practices and mutual support for their local communities.

35th FW Airpower Strengthens Indo-Pacific Deterrence

Senior Airman Brittany Russell — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 03:34:47 GMT

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 the Indo-Pacific theater.

35th Fighter Wing conducts medical readiness during Freedom Shield

Senior Airman Patrick Boyle — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 01:03:47 GMT

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 Air Base focusing on aeromedical evacuation training that strengthens allied interoperability and prepares forces to receive, transport, and treat casualties during large-scale emergency scenarios.

35th FW: How We Stay Ready

Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench — Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:54:00 GMT

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.

35th Fighter Wing hosts February open forum Town Hall

Senior Airman Patrick Boyle — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:18:35 GMT

The 35th Fighter Wing (FW) recently hosted an open forum Town Hall at Misawa Air Base (AB) emphasizing transparency, installation updates and continued dialogue with the community. U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th FW commander, alongside a panel of subject matter experts, addressed pre-submitted and live questions from Airmen, civilians and family members, underscoring the wing’s commitment to clear communication, informed decision-making and maintaining a ready and resilient force.

2026 Misawa City Sports Festival

Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:33:54 GMT

The Misawa City Sports Festival united U.S. military and Japanese families through friendly competition, shared activities, and a celebration of the partnership that connects our communities.

Misawa Air Base Newcomers Video

Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 03:58:12 GMT

This video shares what newcomers can expect when arriving at Misawa Air Base, Japan, in a video produced March 2026. The video highlights key aspects of in-processing, base resources, and community life to help service members and their families transition smoothly during a permanent change of station. (U.S. Air Force video by A1C Jessel Fabara)

Wild Weasel Immersion Tour: PAST to present with the mission

Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:14:48 GMT

By teaching the Wild Weasel mission across ranks, the immersion tour strengthened mission understanding, reinforced PAST principles—pride, aggressive action, selflessness and tenacity—and cultivated more informed, well-rounded Airmen essential to the 35th Fighter Wing’s combat effectiveness.

Airman readiness: USFJ senior enlisted leader CMSgt. Damian visits Misawa

Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:10:26 GMT

The engagement reinforced enlisted leadership alignment and strengthened the 35th Fighter Wing’s focus on disciplined execution and combat readiness in the Indo-Pacific, supporting USFJ objectives to maintain a credible deterrent force and ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific.

F-35A: The evolution of air dominance

Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 21:22:00 GMT

The permanent stationing of the F-35A at Misawa reflects over $10 billion in capability investments to modernize the 35th Fighter Wing, bolstering regional deterrence and demonstrating an ironclad commitment to the defense of Japan and a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Pistol competition: Iron Sight Showdown

Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:54:07 GMT

The joint environment brought together Airmen, Sailors and Soldiers, strengthening morale and competition among the different branches of service at Misawa. The shared competition built camaraderie and esprit de corps while demonstrating Misawa AB’s resilient, mission-ready force.