Join us at a jam-packed Air Fest event Published Aug. 28, 2007 By Col. T.J. O'Shaughnessy & Maj. Gen. Hideo Wakabayashi 35th Fighter Wing commander and 3rd Air Wing commander, respectively MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan -- Our largest community event featuring eight hours of non-stop excitement is right around the corner. Air Fest 2007 will take place here Sept. 2. This year's event, hosted by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, will be jam-packed with flying demonstrations, live music, food and fun for all. This event provides a great opportunity for interaction with each other. During last year's Air Fest, we opened our gates to nearly 150,000 visitors ... and we may have even more this year. There will be lots of activities available, so plan on coming early and making a day of it. We look forward to seeing you and your family during Air Fest 2007--make it a great day Misawa.