April 22, 2007 Misawa readies for upcoming AEF With more than 1,000 Airmen postured for the upcoming Air Expeditionary Force cycle, and the 13th Fighter Squadron set to rotate with the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base is in the fight on the War on Terrorism. "It's a significant deployment," said 1st Lt. Christine Kiernan-Ortiz, officer in
April 22, 2007 13th FS Panthers of Misawa prepare to deploy Shifting focus and learning a new mission seems to be the preparation theme for the Panthers of the 13th Fighter Squadron as they prepare to replace the 14th Fighter Squadron in Iraq. "Historically, the Wild Weasel mission has been to find and destroy enemy air defenses," said Capt. Larry Sullivan,
April 20, 2007 'Unwavering professionalism' encouraged in all servicemembers U.S. Forces in Japan's mission to keep peace and security in its area of responsibility is shouldered by each military member serving in the region, and USFJ leaders are encouraging all servicemembers to practice unwavering professionalism in everything they do. Unwavering professionalism is a
April 19, 2007 Airman's Creed exemplifies warfighting ethos The Air Force chief of staff introduced the new "Airman's Creed" April 18 to provide Airmen a tangible statement of beliefs that they can hold most dear. The Airman's Creed reflects pride in the role of air, space and cyberspace power and the Air Force's commitment in supporting and defending the
April 19, 2007 Misawa Operation Warmheart receives $3,000 grant The Misawa First Sergeants Operation Warmheart program was awarded a $3,000 AFFN Matching Grant April 13. This the third year the Armed Forces Financial Network awarded USA Federal Credit Union an AFFN Matching Grant. AFFN's matching contribution allows USA Federal to provide the $3,000 in direct
April 19, 2007 Chief of Staff of the Air Force's Vector: Airmen Warriors We are a Nation at war. As a Service, we've been in continuous combat for over 16 years. The strain is taking a toll on our people and our equipment, yet Airmen persevere, going above and beyond the call of duty every hour of every day. We have answered the Nation's call to defend America, its
April 19, 2007 13 Misawa residents earn degrees Thirteen Misawa residents will receive their degrees when they graduate from the University of Maryland University College at their commencement ceremony April 21 in Tokyo. Congratulations to:Associate of Arts Kimberly McDonald Keiko SatoBenjamin Seabolt Bachelor of Arts/Science Jacklyn Ann Adams