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  • Questions on voluntary departure answered

    On March 17, the 35th Fighter Wing commander announced the authorization of voluntary departure for Department of Defense family members in Japan. Exact details of the voluntary departure are actively being worked at this time. Below is a list of frequently asked questions and answers based on the

  • USFJ Commander's Message

    Last Friday, 11 Mar 11, began a life-changing journey beginning with the historic 9.0 magnitude earthquake, resulting tsunami, and the nuclear power plant issue that changed our focus and future in Japan.We face an incredibly complex problem. I am very grateful for your hard work, your patience, and

  • Misawa Air Base Supports Voluntary Departure

    U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Rothstein, 35th Fighter Wing commander and U.S. Navy Capt. James Haugen, Naval Air Facility Misawa commanding officer, addressed the Misawa community in an American Forces Network broadcast March 17.In the broadcast, Colonel Rothstein informed the base that the U.S.

  • World starts airlifting Misawa and Japan back to health

    Since the beginning of Operation Tomodachi the 35th Fighter Wing's aircraft ramps have been a hive of activity, receiving and launching planes full of relief supplies and aid workers.As of Mar. 16, the wing has played host to 36 different aircraft to include Air Force C-17 Globe Master IIIs, Boeing