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K-9 Unit

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr., the U.S. Forces Japan command chief, talks to the 35th Security Forces Squadron K-9 Unit after a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Winegardner toured the military working dog facility to learn technical details about how this force protects not only the instillation of Misawa, but also how they support the combatant command against adversaries in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Keeping score

A board displays scores during the Misawa City Paralympics tribute event at the Misawa International Sports Center in Misawa City, Japan, Dec. 1, 2018. Throughout the day, attendees played goal ball and boccia, which is a tactical game comparable to shuffle board, as well as wheel chair basketball and sitting volleyball. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Knowledge is power

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Nathan Monica, left, a lead standardization crew member with the 35th Maintenance Group, describes the variety of munitions locally stored to Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23, 2017. The 35th MXG was one of several stops on their three-day tour. The JGSDF soldiers learned about the different warfighter capabilities of the F-16 Fighting Falcon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Lab technicians fuel 35th Fighter Wing

Troy Farris, a fuels laboratory lead technician with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron, swirls a bottle of Jet Propellant 8 fuel at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 6, 2017. When swirled, the fuel will separate any particulate matter from the fuel and float to the bottom of the cyclone. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Lab technicians fuel 35th Fighter Wing

Troy Farris, left, a fuels laboratory lead technician with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ken Leon Guerrero, right, a fuels laboratory technician with the 35th LRS, draw Jet Propellant 8 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 6, 2017. The fuel is checked for particulate matter, which consist of dirt, grime and water levels in the fuel that could negatively affect the F-16 Fighting Falcon flying mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Lab technicians fuel 35th Fighter Wing

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ken Leon Guerrero, a fuels laboratory technician with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron, looks at previous fuel records at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 6, 2017. Fuels technicians perform checks twice a day, ensuring the quality of the fuel is not contaminated. Without fuel, jets could not assist in enhancing our presence in the region by strategically distributing our posture over a wider geographic range. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Lab technicians fuel 35th Fighter Wing

Troy Farris, right, a fuels laboratory lead technician with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron, pours an ice inhibitor additive at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 6, 2017. The ice inhibitor additive prevents water from mixing into the fuel and causing the fuel to freeze in the F-16 Fighting Falcon, which can result in an aircraft crash. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Lab technicians fuel 35th Fighter Wing

Jet Propellant 8 fuel goes through a micronic filter at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 6, 2017. As the fuel goes through the filter, any particulate matter that is unseen by the human eye will be caught and will be displayed after removing the filter and baking in an oven. For each batch of fuel a gallon sample is processed to search for contaminants. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Landing time

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, begins a landing descent during an aerobatic practice for Arctic Thunder 2018, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 26, 2018. Approximately 320,000 attended the air show, observing more than seven hours of aerial demonstration as well as 40 state aircraft displays. Arctic Thunder, also known as the Arctic Thunder Open House, is a biennial event, which provides an opportunity to share aspects of military life and operations with the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Language book learning

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Senior Airman Shimizu, left, a 37th Surveillance Squadron radar maintenance technician, looks at a Japanese phrase book with U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Hannah Tatum’s, a 35th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission systems technician, during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. U.S. Air Force members from various career fields stayed with their JASDF counterparts to better integrate with each other. Participants obtained a deeper understanding of cultural differences and learned to perform tasks together, ensuring fluid mission execution in the future. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Laughing makes the time go by

Airman 1st Class Andre Patterson, a 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew member, sits in a truck at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2020. Weapons loaders work around the clock, rotating shifts 24 hours a day, seven days a week ensuring every aircraft is armed properly and safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Laughing makes the time go by

Airman 1st Class Andre Patterson, a 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew member, sits in a truck at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2020. Weapons loaders work around the clock, rotating shifts 24 hours a day, seven days a week ensuring every aircraft is armed properly and safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Laughter is the best kind of medicine

U.S. Air Force Airman Austin T. Clay, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons journeyman, sits on a log at Sabishiro Beach in Misawa, Japan, July 16, 2019. Clay hails from Tupelo, Mississippi; his favorite hobbies include singing, writing and exploring Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Leaders cut ribbon as jets flyover

Japanese Air Self-Defense Force and Misawa City officials with U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, cut the ribbon as a five-jet formation flies over during Misawa Air Fest 2016’s opening ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 11, 2016. The 35th Fighter Wing’s F-16 Fighting Falcon and JASDF 3rd Air Wing’s F-2 serve as a backdrop during the ceremony. More than 80,000 people from Aomori Prefecture and as far as Akita Prefecture attended the annual air show, highlighting the close U.S. and Japan bilateral partnership in the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Learning more about the 35th FSS mission

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Jerry P. Martinez, the U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, center, meets with 35th Force Support Squadron leadership during his first visit to Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 15, 2017. During his conversations with Airmen, he highlighted the critical contingency role Misawa AB has as a power projection hub for possible real-world incidents. He also inspired Airmen to hone skills and implement possible innovative ideas within their work center. Finally, he applauded the 35th Fighter Wing’s efforts on strengthening the positive relationships with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Learning to rock the ruck

Airmen with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron practice formation drills during an agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. The members practiced shooting techniques at “Camp Defender,” where they learned how to move, shoot and communicate during realistic training scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany A. Chase)
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Let the in-processing begin

Two girls review their official personnel folder prior to the start of the Spring Break Junior Boot Camp event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2017. During the event there was an in processing line, obstacle course and drill practice followed by closing ceremony and dinner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Let there be light

Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony attendees observe a tree adorned with ornaments and lights at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 28, 2018. The annual event included life-size holiday cards, a 25-foot Christmas tree adorned with lights, live musical performances and hot chocolate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Letting it out the back end

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Richard Magno, a 35th Surgical Services Squadron aerospace medical services technician, directs personnel to receive simulated patients during a medical readiness exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 28, 2017. The exercise tested medical personnel’s ability to respond to a mass casualty incident as well as quickly work with other units to sustain lives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Light the night with Misawa fire demo

U.S service members battle flames during a simulated aircraft crash burn at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2016. The burn, performed by four distinguished visitors, allowed members to experience the processess and challenges that come with fighting an aircraft fire. The DVs were both U.S. Air Force and Navy personnel. As a part of Misawa's Fire Prevention Week, families and other miltary members came and spectated. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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