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  • Why I Wear the Uniform: A1C Aleksa Colby

    The number one reason why I wear the U.S. Air Force uniform is because it provides me with a great deal of pride. There are times when I am overwhelmed with pride to be part of something so many men and women can't be. I come from a country where women do not have many rights and it makes me

  • Vehicle upkeep, performance at each turn

    Whether it's providing annual upkeep on government vehicles, responding to maintenance calls on location, or fixing broken parts on a motor, the vehicle maintenance flight ensures that more than 950 government vehicles and pieces of equipment at Misawa Air Base continue to function properly to

  • Generating Airpower: Hydro overhaul

    When a recruiter approached Rodney Shepherd a few years ago, he was working at a local steak joint outside Oklahoma City. He usually worked the front register, but would find his way to the back to help out with dishes when things got busy. It was the dirtiest task, and admittedly his least favorite

  • Journey begins for baby salmon

    Equipped with buckets, gloves and rubber boots, Airmen and family members from Misawa Air Base came together with the community for the 18th Annual Baby Salmon Release at Oirase Salmon Park, Japan, March 28, 2015. More than 400 people from various groups including Misawa Girl Scout Troop 33, local

  • PACAF F-16 Demo Team key to forging friendships in Pacific

    The Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team is an integral part of the command's ongoing efforts to strengthen U.S. ties with its mission partners in the Pacific region.Eight aircrew members and one pilot from Misawa Air Base, Japan, come together to provide the sole fighter

  • AFE preps Misawa's pilots

    The 35th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment flight is responsible for preparing all pilots' flying gear, including their helmet and mask, survival vest, anti-exposure suit and harness. Each flight works closely with 35th Fighter Wing pilots to ensure all gear is safe and meets Air

  • Night flying ensures 14 FS readiness

    U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon Pilots with the 14th Fighter Squadron conducted night flying missions here Mar. 25, 2015. Night flying is regularly performed as a way to ensure pilots have the training required to fly in all conditions and environments. Pilots are required to be combat-ready for