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250613-F-VQ736-1033

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Leah Stafford, left, 35th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) weather forecaster, works with U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Elijah Tait, left, 35th OSS weather operations and planning noncommissioned officer in charge, to analyze radar and satellite imagery data at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 13, 2025. By issuing terminal aerodrome forecasts, lightning watches, and flight-level hazard reports, weather forecasters ensure safe and efficient flight operations essential to projecting airpower and maintaining the 35th Fighter Wing’s combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250613-F-VQ736-1024

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Elijah Tait, left, 35th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) weather operations and planning noncommissioned officer in charge, assists U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Leah Stafford, 35th OSS weather forecaster, with creating the mission execution forecast for the day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 13, 2025. Weather forecasters analyze satellite imagery, radar data, and upper-air soundings to provide real-time updates that protect pilots and aircraft, enabling the 35th Fighter Wing’s ability to generate sorties and sustain combat operations across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250613-F-VQ736-1070

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Elijah Tait, 35th Operations Support Squadron (OSS) weather operations and planning noncommissioned officer in charge, delegates mission duties for the day to weather forecasters at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 13, 2025. Meteorologists synchronize with airfield management and flying squadrons to deliver aviation weather intelligence, a key factor in sustaining the 35th Fighter Wing’s ability to launch and recover aircraft under any atmospheric conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

Two U.S. Marine Corps pilots assigned to the “Bats” Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242 (VMFA-242), leave the flightline after a mission during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The Marines of VMFA-242 conduct training throughout Japan in order to sustain their high level of proficiency and operational readiness while increasing interoperability with both the U.S. Air Force, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron perform a flyover during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. PAC WEASEL supports the Air Force’s directive to “Accelerate Change or Lose” by giving operators challenging scenarios and the opportunity to share best practices and new techniques in joint and bilateral environments. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to the “Bats” Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242 (VMFA-242), taxis to a stop during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The Marines of VMFA-242 conduct training throughout Japan in order to sustain their high level of proficiency and operational readiness while increasing interoperability with both the U.S. Air Force, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

A C-130 J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, performs a flyover during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. PAC WEASEL supports the Air Force’s directive to “Accelerate Change or Lose” by giving operators challenging scenarios and the opportunity to share best practices and new techniques in joint and bilateral environments. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, pose for a photo after a mission during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. PAC WEASEL supports the Air Force’s directive to “Accelerate Change or Lose” by giving operators challenging scenarios and the opportunity to share best practices and new techniques in joint and bilateral environments. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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exercise Tiltrotor/Rotary Wing (TR/RW) 2107

Members of the Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 169 conduct pre-flight inspections on an MV-22 Osprey during exercise Tiltrotor/Rotary Wing (TR/RW) 2107 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 23, 2020. TR/RW 2107 is a unilateral exercise demonstrating 1st Marine Aircraft Wing capabilities to maintain combat-readiness in a maritime environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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exercise Tiltrotor/Rotary Wing (TR/RW) 2107

Members of the Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 169 prepare for takeoff in an MV-22 Osprey during exercise Tiltrotor/Rotary Wing (TR/RW) 2107 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 23, 2020. The Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 262 and HMLA-169 supported the exercise with MV-22 Ospreys, UH-1Y Venoms, AH-1Z Vipers and 300 Marines and Sailors. The 1st Marine Aircraft Wing trains continuously in challenging and realistic environments and scenarios to support the security Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Exercise Tiltrotor/Rotary Wing (TR/RW) 2107

Members of the Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 169 conduct pre-flight inspections on an MV-22 Osprey during exercise Tiltrotor/Rotary Wing (TR/RW) 2107 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 23, 2020. TR/RW 2107 is part of an aviation training relocation program designed to integrate air capabilities in realistic environments and further develop and refine tactics, techniques, and procedures within Expeditionary Advanced Base Operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Serviceable pod check

Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Squadron avionics flight, inspect and rebuild an awaiting part pod at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 20, 2019. The ALQ-184 pod intercepts radar signals from aircraft and missile sites and is used to support the suppression of enemy air defenses mission by increasing reception range, reducing countermeasure response time and improving reliability.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Backplane continuity

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dwayne Patterson, a 35th Maintenance Squadron electronic warfare journeyman, checks the continuity of a backplane at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 20, 2019. This verifies the signal path for preventative maintenance inspection tests on a rebuilt pod. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Connector inspection

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ryan Connor, a 35th Maintenance Squadron electronic warfare journeyman, inspects connectors on a coldplate at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 20, 2019. The system sends alerts to a pilot’s display, allowing them to choose different ways the pod can react to signals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Heat exchanger inspection

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Chrisjian Yang, a 35th Maintenance Squadron electronic warfare journeyman, inspects a heat exchanger fin for foreign object debris at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 20, 2019. The ALQ-184 electronic countermeasure pod increases reception range, reduces countermeasure response time and improves reliability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Hold screw tightening

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Carlos Sacarello Rivera, a 35th Maintenance Squadron electronic warfare team member, tightens a holding screw on a control connector at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 20, 2019. The system sends alerts to a pilot’s display, allowing them to choose different ways the pod can react to signals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Dishing it out

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Hannah Tatum, a 35th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission systems technician, grabs rice during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 18, 2018. During the event, U.S. Air Force service members stayed with their Japan Air Self-Defense Force counterparts, learning to better integrate with each other and reinforce U.S. and Japanese relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Goodbye sunshine

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Scott Layne, the 35th Fighter Wing bilateral exchange program lead coordinator, waves goodbye to Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, during their visit to Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 18, 2018. The 35th FW works together with several Japan Self-Defense Force bases to provide cultural and bilateral exchanges throughout the year, cultivating enhanced teamwork between the U.S. and Japanese forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Yamada Town

Yamada Town, Japan, sits in a valley of various Japanese mountains, Oct. 18, 2018. The town hosts Japan Air Self-Defense Force’s Yamada Sub Base. The installation’s mission contributes to maintaining balance in the Indo-Pacific region through detecting and notifying ally forces who respond to unknown and enemy aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Gift exchange

Japan Air Self-Defense Force 1st Lt. Kimamura, left, a 37th Surveillance Squadron weapons director, gives U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, right, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, a gift during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 18, 2018. Alsvig attended the first two days of the exchange to learn about the 37th Surveillance Squadron’s mission and how they work alongside their allies to maintain peace and balance in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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