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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. Children were able to meet with firefighters after the event as a part of Misawa's Fire Prevention Week. Fire prevention week also included events such as static displays of firetrucks on a separate day open to all of the community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Light the night with Misawa fire demo

Families and service members take photos of a simulated aircraft crash burn at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2016. Approximately 80 attended the event including a mixture of Japanese nationals, U.S. Air Force and Navy service members and their families. The event included five fire scenarios and a dance-off between Smokey the Bear and Sparky the Fire Dog. The fire department's goal was to demonstrate firefighting tactics used by the firefighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Light the night with Misawa fire demo

Airmen with the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department steady a hose line to fight a simulated fire at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2016. The firehoses connect to firetrucks, which hold up to 3,000 gallons of water per truck. Once water is depleted, firefighters desconnect hoses and hook them up to nearby fire hydrants, enabling firefighters to battle flames. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Light the night with Misawa fire demo

Airmen with the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department use firetrucks to extinguish flames during an aircraft crash burn at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2016. Firetrucks can hold approximately 3,000 gallons of water and spray up to 750 gallons of water per minute. Firetrucks are also equipped with boom sticks, which are used to reach higher elevationd flames and can spray directly down on the fires. The demonstration is part of Misawa's Fire Prevention Week to showcase firefighitng tactics with the public. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Line of fire support

Misawa City volunteer firefighters line up during the annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 20, 2019. Misawa City’s fire department units include more than 300 trained professionals and various volunteers who make up individual supporting committees. Many locals attended the parade in order to wish the city and Misawa Air Base’s Fire Department a safe year as they continue to fight fires and protect homes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Load comp focused

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Schoepp, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew member, tightens a bolt on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the fourth quarter weapons load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. The competition assessed Airmen’s abilities to quickly and properly arm an F-16 Fighting Falcon with inert munitions, which can range from two 2,000 lb bombs to two AIM-120s or AIM-9s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Load comp team work

Misawa Airmen with the 13th and 14th Aircraft Maintenance Units inspect inert munitions during the fourth quarter weapons load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. Expert weapons technicians evaluate participants on various aspects such as safety, accuracy, tool accountability and dress and appearance. Together, both AMUs contribute to the mission by supporting the U.S. and its allies in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Load the hub

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Derrick Redmer, a 35th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment technician, puts a hub on a piece of equipment after a wheel and bearing inspection at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 25, 2020. The AGE flight ensures all equipment meets the proper standards before the equipment is utilized on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Lt. Gen. Kwast

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Steven Kwast, commander of Air Education and Training Command, speaks with Japan Air Self-Defense leadership at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 6, 2018. Kwast’s visit increased bilateral coordination for the F-35 Lightning II program as well as reaffirmed AETC’s training and support roles in the region. Kwast also visited several units on base to obtain a better understanding of current operations at MAB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Maintainer in the snow

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Avery Fortenbery, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, installs a pitot probe protective cover on an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 11, 2018. Airmen ensure the mission goes on, no matter the weather. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Genesis Tejada)
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Making a change

Hailey Smits, the 35th Fighter Wing Pantry coordinator, pauses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2019. Active duty members and their families can pick up 10 non-perishable, shelf-stable and non-expired packing food items at no cost each month. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Making a smile while maintaining

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jordon Jones, a 35th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance craftsman, smiles while repairing the sheet metal of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2018. The team discovered corrosion on the lower skin of the aircraft, making it inoperable until repair. Typically the repair would be performed by either depot-level maintainers or contractors, however, the F-16 System Program Office at Hill Air Force Base approved Misawa Airmen to rectify the issue. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Mannequin carry them

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Sergeant Kenta Takahashi, a 1st Training Unit indirect fire infantryman, from Camp Higashi-Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan, carries a child-sized mannequin during a JGSDF shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 5, 2018. Team Misawa played a role in the course as native English speakers. For the majority of the JGSDF Soldiers, it is the first time interacting with American service members. The JGSDF Soldiers used the English they learned by asking questions and actively engaging with Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Marching in the middle of the rain

Airmen with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron ruck in the rain during an agile combat employment exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 28, 2019. The members performed a loose formation ruck to “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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Marshal shadowing

U.S. Air Force Airman Corey Tidwell, a 35th LRS fuels distribution journeyman, prepares to marshal an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Agile Combat Employment week at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 10, 2020. The 35th LRS tested a new cargo deployment function (CDF) process that centralized representatives from all units and their unpacked cargo in one location to collectively pack individual storage units, reducing the CDF timeline and deployment footprint. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Marshal them in

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Juan Humenez, a unit tactical aircraft maintainer, marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 30, 2020. Tactical aircraft maintenance specialists ensure every component of the aircraft is maintained to the standards. They ensure the aircraft are ready to fly at a moment’s notice so pilots can safely and effectively complete their mission. Even amidst current policy restrictions due to COVID-19, the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission of projecting combat air power and defending the U.S. and Japan is still moving forward. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Marshaling the 5th AF commander

A U.S. Air Force 35th Maintenance Squadron transient alert Airman marshals a CH-12 Huron with Lt. Gen. Jerry P. Martinez, the U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, onboard at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 14, 2017. During his visit, Martinez toured various agencies throughout the installation, applauding Team Misawa Airmen on their hard work and dedication to strengthening bilateral partnerships with Japan while maintaining the “fight tonight” mentality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff. Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Mass brief

Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilots with the 3rd Air Wing attend a mass briefing on dissimilar air combat tactics at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. The DACT program provides a realistic application of fighter tactics and serves to develop a high level of tactical skill for all combat aircrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks).
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Mass brief

Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilots with the 3rd Air Wing attend a mass briefing on dissimilar air combat tactics at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. The DACT program provides a realistic application of fighter tactics and serves to develop a high level of tactical skill for all combat aircrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks).
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Mass brief during DACT

Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilots with the 3rd Air Wing attend a mass briefing on dissimilar air combat tactics at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. The DACT program provides a realistic application of fighter tactics and serves to develop a high level of tactical skill for all combat aircrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks).
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