A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026

Exercise Sprint 26-2: 35th FW Ensures Readiness with Winter Weather F-16 Takeoffs

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. Operating in winter conditions preserves cold-weather proficiency, enabling the 35th FW to maintain a persistent and reliable presence in a geographically diverse theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) taxis to the flightline during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026.

Exercise Sprint 26-2: 35th FW Ensures Readiness with Winter Weather F-16 Takeoffs

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) taxis to the flightline during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. Winter takeoffs validate the 35th FW’s ability to generate combat airpower in austere conditions, supporting a forward-postured force capable of responding rapidly across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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  • A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026

    Exercise Sprint 26-2: 35th FW Ensures Readiness with Winter Weather F-16 Takeoffs

    A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. Operating in winter conditions preserves cold-weather proficiency, enabling the 35th FW to maintain a persistent and reliable presence in a geographically diverse theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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  • A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) taxis to the flightline during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026.

    Exercise Sprint 26-2: 35th FW Ensures Readiness with Winter Weather F-16 Takeoffs

    A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) taxis to the flightline during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. Winter takeoffs validate the 35th FW’s ability to generate combat airpower in austere conditions, supporting a forward-postured force capable of responding rapidly across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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Exercise Sprint 26-2: 35th FW Ensures Readiness with Winter Weather F-16 Takeoffs

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MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan --  

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing take off during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. Operating in winter conditions preserve cold-weather proficiency, enabling the 35th FW to maintain a persistent and reliable presence in a geographically diverse theater. 

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during Exercise Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. Conducting launches in snow and extreme cold strengthen all-weather readiness, ensuring airpower remains available to deter aggression and reassure partners regardless of environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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