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  • EARTHQUAKE SHAKES MISAWA

    Misawa Air Base was shaken by a major earthquake Mar. 11, 2011.The base reported minor structural damage to buildings and a loss of commercial power.No injuries have been reported.In the interest of safety, base officials ask that people stay clear of the base until a full assessment is

  • NIOC Sailors Help Teach English to Local Japanese Students

    MISAWA, Japan - Sailors from Misawa Air Base paid a visit to a Japanese after school youth facility here and helped teach the kids English, while also taking part in a cultural exchange, March 10. Navy Information Operations Command (NIOC) Misawa Sailors have been regularly visiting children at the

  • Space-A travel can provide a unique, rewarding experience

    Picture this. You pack your bags and make your way down to the Air Mobility Command passenger terminal only to hear over the public address system as you arrive, "Sorry folks, the mission to Hawaii has been delayed twelve more hours due to maintenance issues". It may be frustrating to hear that your

  • Fuels serves them up cold

    Just like people, aircraft do not get much done on an empty tank and Airmen from the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Petroleum, Oils and Lubricants Flight ensure the jet's bells are full and happy. The primary duties of a fuels technician include receiving, storing and issuing petroleum products

  • Misawa kicks off Hennessy evaluation

    The 35th Force Support Squadron hosted an ice breaker event to kick off the two-day Air Force John L. Hennessy Award evaluation Feb. 27, 2011, at Misawa Air Base, Japan.The annual John L. Hennessy Award is given to the best dining facility food service operation in the Air Force that exemplifies