The PACAF F-16 Demo Team awes Hofu Air Show goers

The Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team from Misawa Air Base, Japan, performed at the Hofu Air Show, giving approximately 30,000 spectators a front row seat to the power and maneuverability of the F-16, June 3.One of the team's most important priorities when going to air shows

Misawa Jets bounce into championship

As the final quarter nears and sneakers leave streak marks across the wooden floors, the anticipation rises. Adrenaline fills the court while the last “buzz” rings throughout the room.For the Misawa Jets basketball team, this is a routine.The Jets were selected to compete in the National Military

PRESS RELEASE: 35th SFS commander relieved of command

Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, relieved Maj. Patrick Gordon, the 35th Security Forces Squadron commander, of his duties, June 6.“The decision to relieve Maj. Gordon was not due to lack of confidence, job performance or loss of faith and trust in him,” said Jobe. “Maj. Gordon

Airman & Family Readiness Center Cultural Tour

2018 American Day Wrap-up

Two cultures, one community: U.S. Embassy representative visits Misawa on American Day

A representative from the U.S. Embassy in Tokyo visited Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 3, for the 30th Annual American Day. Margot Carrington, Minister-Counselor for Public Affairs, U.S. Embassy Tokyo, said, “I am very fortunate that my first visit to Misawa, and indeed my first visit to Aomori

VMFA-121 Marines fly high in Misawa ATR

Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121, Marine Aircraft Group 12, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, deployed several F-35B Lightning II’s for a regularly scheduled aviation training relocation to Misawa Air Base, May 9, 2018. Aircraft training relocations are designed to increase operational readiness and