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35th FW Begins Next Phase of F-35 Readiness with New Support Equipment

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Preston Quittner, 13th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, discards a nail during F-35A Lightning II support equipment preparation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2026. The opening of F-35 related cargo marks a new milestone in preparing the 35th Fighter Wing to generate fifth-generation combat airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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35th FW Begins Next Phase of F-35 Readiness with New Support Equipment

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Eric Austin,13th Fighter Generation Squadron F-35 crew chief, initiates the unloading process for F-35A Lightning II support equipment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2026. This specialized cargo enhances the 35th Fighter Wing’s ability to sustain F-35 operations in support of Indo-Pacific regional requirements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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35th FW Begins Next Phase of F-35 Readiness with New Support Equipment

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Derek Garner, 35th Maintenance Group maintenance Airman, lifts the lid off a crate containing F-35A Lightning II support equipment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2026. The arrival and unpacking of the specialized cargo moves the 35th Fighter Wing closer to full fifth-generation readiness in support of Indo-Pacific security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Marcus Makela, 35th Fighter wing inspection team member, walks away from an ambulance as part of a mass casualty exercise during Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2026. The exercise validated emergency medical decision-making under pressure, ensuring the 35th Fighter Wing is bolstered by mission ready airmen prepared to respond when seconds matter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) carry a simulated patient on a stretcher as part of a mass casualty exercise during Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2026. The exercise tested continuous operations alongside increased security measures, reinforcing the 35th FW’s ability to respond to emergencies while maintaining installation defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Medical Group arrive on scene to a mass casualty exercise during Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2026. The exercise tested command and control under simulated threat conditions, strengthening the 35th Fighter Wing’s readiness to operate in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Comptroller Squadron carry a simulated patient as part of a mass casualty exercise during Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. The exercise confirmed critical wartime processes, ensuring the 35th Fighter Wing can sustain operations and protect personnel during high-threat scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Brandon Sanchez, 35th Comptroller Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of financial analysis, applies a tourniquet on a simulated patient as part of a mass casualty exercise during Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. The exercise enhanced installation-wide coordination and decision-making, ensuring the 35th Fighter Wing remains prepared to execute the mission at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Comptroller Squadron find a simulated patient as part of a mass casualty exercise during Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. The exercise reinforced the 35th Fighter Wing’s ability to rapidly generate combat power and respond decisively to emerging threats in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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A simulated patient waits for medical care as part of a mass casualty exercise during Sprint 26-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 14, 2026. The exercise operated around the clock with increased security and entry control points while Airmen practiced Tactical Combat Casualty Care and Mission Ready Airmen principles to strengthen the 35th Fighter Wing’s readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)

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Life as an emergency action controller

U.S. Air Force Airman Dijon Morris, 35th Fighter Wing Command Post emergency action controller, receives a phone call from the 35th Security Forces Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2026. The emergency action controllers work around the clock to communicate mission essential information with aircraft, air traffic control, operations units and other command and control centers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kohei Sugisawa)

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Life as an emergency action controller

U.S. Air Force Airman Dijon Morris, 35th Fighter Wing Command Post emergency action controller, checks documents at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2026. As an emergency action controller, Morris serves as the commander’s operations agent and is responsible for ensuring that critical missions run smoothly and effectively year round. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kohei Sugisawa)

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35th FW brings Christmas Cheer to the Table

A volunteer cuts a piece of baked ham during the 2025 Grissom Dining Facility Christmas Lunch at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 25, 2025. The Christmas lunch highlighted how the 35th Fighter Wing fosters unity and boosts morale by celebrating the holidays alongside its members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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35th FW brings Christmas Cheer to the Table

Volunteers stand by to serve customers during the 2025 Grissom Dining Facility Christmas Lunch at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 25, 2025. The event highlighted how Team Misawa came together during the holiday, reinforcing the culture of connection and camaraderie that defines the 35th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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35th FW brings Christmas Cheer to the Table

U.S. Air Force 35th Fighter Wing (FW) group commanders speak with one another during the 2025 Grissom Dining Facility Christmas Lunch at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 25, 2025. The event emphasized how the 35th FW builds unity and morale by coming together during the holiday season and serving meals to unaccompanied service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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35th FW brings Christmas Cheer to the Table

Christmas decorations are displayed around a lunch plate inside the Grissom Dining Facility at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 25, 2025. The Christmas lunch served as a reminder that one of the strengths of the 35th Fighter Wing lies in its shared culture, care for one another, and sense of belonging. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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35th FW brings Christmas Cheer to the Table

U.S. Air Force 35th Fighter Wing (FW) group commanders and volunteers serve service members during the 2025 Grissom Dining Facility Christmas Lunch at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 25, 2025. The holiday meal reflected the 35th FW’s commitment to building community, strengthening morale, and taking care of Team Misawa during the holiday season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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Wild Weasel of the Week: SrA Khaleb Doucet

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Khaleb Doucet, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) Judge Advocate adverse actions paralegal, poses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec.15, 2025. Doucet has upheld high standards in legal operations, directly supporting the 35th FW’s mission readiness and earning him the title of Wild Weasel of the Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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Wild Weasel of the Week: SrA Khaleb Doucet

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Hoyt, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) deputy commander, places a patch on Senior Airman Khaleb Doucet, 35th FW Judge Advocate adverse actions paralegal, during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec.15, 2025. The Wild Weasel of the Week program recognizes Airmen across the 35th FW for their outstanding performance and contributions to mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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Wild Weasel of the Week: SrA Khaleb Doucet

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Khaleb Doucet, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) Judge Advocate adverse actions paralegal, explains to Col. Matthew Hoyt, left, 35th FW deputy commander, the overview of an Article 15 process during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 15, 2025. Doucet’s Wild Weasel of the Week nomination highlights how his role in this process reinforces the 35th FW’s commitment to accountability and readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jessel Fabara)

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