U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron stack up for an entry breach during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron stack up for an entry breach during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. The exercise strengthened installation emergency response procedures, ensuring personnel remain prepared to respond quickly and effectively to potential real-world threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Connor O’Donnell, left, 35th Healthcare Operations Squadron paramedic, simulates first responder field treatment with Master Sgt. Raphael Duralde, 35th Fighter Wing office of the Inspector General chief of complaints resolution, during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Connor O’Donnell, left, 35th Healthcare Operations Squadron paramedic, simulates first responder field treatment with Master Sgt. Raphael Duralde, 35th Fighter Wing office of the Inspector General chief of complaints resolution, during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. The exercise improved coordination between security forces, medical personnel, and emergency responders, supporting a resilient and ready installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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  • U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron stack up for an entry breach during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

    35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

    U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron stack up for an entry breach during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. The exercise strengthened installation emergency response procedures, ensuring personnel remain prepared to respond quickly and effectively to potential real-world threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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  • U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Connor O’Donnell, left, 35th Healthcare Operations Squadron paramedic, simulates first responder field treatment with Master Sgt. Raphael Duralde, 35th Fighter Wing office of the Inspector General chief of complaints resolution, during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

    35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Connor O’Donnell, left, 35th Healthcare Operations Squadron paramedic, simulates first responder field treatment with Master Sgt. Raphael Duralde, 35th Fighter Wing office of the Inspector General chief of complaints resolution, during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. The exercise improved coordination between security forces, medical personnel, and emergency responders, supporting a resilient and ready installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

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MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan --  

The 35th Fighter Wing conducted an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. The exercise improved coordination between security forces, medical personnel, and emergency responders, supporting a resilient and ready installation.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jericho Briones, and Staff Sgt. Luyando Delgado, 35th Security Forces Squadron defenders, approach a building entrance during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jericho Briones, and Staff Sgt. Luyando Delgado, 35th Security Forces Squadron defenders, approach a building entrance during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. Training for active shooter scenarios reinforced the wing’s ability to protect personnel and sustain mission operations during crisis situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jericho Briones, and Staff Sgt. Luyando Delgado, 35th Security Forces Squadron defenders, approach a building entrance during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jericho Briones, and Staff Sgt. Luyando Delgado, 35th Security Forces Squadron defenders, approach a building entrance during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. Training for active shooter scenarios reinforced the wing’s ability to protect personnel and sustain mission operations during crisis situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Raphael Duralde, 35th Fighter Wing office of the Inspector General chief of complaints resolution, receives moulage makeup as a casualty actor before the start of an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Raphael Duralde, 35th Fighter Wing office of the Inspector General chief of complaints resolution, receives moulage makeup as a casualty actor before the start of an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. The exercise strengthened installation emergency response procedures, ensuring personnel remain prepared to respond quickly and effectively to potential real-world threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

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U.S. Airmen and a Japanese master labor contract employee assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron conduct a building sweep during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

U.S. Airmen and a Japanese master labor contract employee assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron conduct a building sweep during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. Training for active shooter scenarios reinforced the wing’s ability to protect personnel and sustain mission operations during crisis situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Conrad Kauffman, 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, stands watch during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026.

35th Fighter Wing conducts active shooter exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Conrad Kauffman, 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, stands watch during an active shooter exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 18, 2026. The exercise improved coordination between security forces, medical personnel, and emergency responders, supporting a resilient and ready installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Patrick Boyle)

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