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Reese rigger

U.S. Air Force Airman Kevin Reese, a 35th Operations Support Squadron air crew flight equipment apprentice, poses for a photo in the AFE back shop at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2017. AFE Airmen are responsible for all the equipment pilots carry as well as the equipment installed in the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Rips or tears?

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jesse Lujan, a 35th Operations Support Squadron air crew flight equipment journeyman, ensures a parachute has no rips at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2017. The AFE flight is responsible for ensuring all flight and safety equipment is in perfect working order. From packing emergency items like parachutes and survival kits to maintaining regularly-used items like flight helmets and oxygen masks, the attention to detail provided by these professionals could mean the difference between life and death for a pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Checks on deck

U.S. Air Force Airman Kevin Reese, a 35th Operations Support Squadron air crew flight equipment apprentice, ensures all materials are ready for use in an ACES II survival kit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 15, 2017. The AFE flight inspects, maintains, packs and adjusts equipment such as flight helmets, oxygen masks, parachutes, flotation devices, survival kits and more to ensure pilots’ equipment is up to par so in the event of an emergency, a pilot has the best odds of survival. (U.S. Air Force photo by Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Brief in the reef

U.S. Air Force Col. Jeanette Frantal, the 35th Medical Group deputy commander, briefs Japanese students shadowing 35th Fighter Wing medical personnel at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 30, 2017. The students visiting were from Towada University and are studying to become nurses. Tours such as these support the Pacific Air Forces’ command strategy that includes expanding engagement outreach in order to keep alliances strong. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Tour excitement

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tou Yang, a 35th Surgical Squadron medical technician, briefs the nursing students from Towada University at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 30, 2017. In the surgical section, Yang showed the Japanese students various machines used during child birth. The purpose of the shadowing program is for the nursing students from the university to view how an American hospital functions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Is he breathing?

Aki Higashi, a nursing student at Towada University, checks a mannequin’s pulse during a 35th Medical Group tour at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 30, 2017. U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Crystal Mabanta, a 35th Surgical Squadron clinical nurse, and U.S. Air Force Col. Jeanette Frantal, the 35th Medical Group deputy commander, hosted about 30 Japanese students showing them around various sections of the hospital such as physical therapy and immunizations. The yearly tour supports the Pacific Air Forces’ command strategy that includes expanding engagement outreach in order to keep alliances strong. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Shine bright like a diamond

More than 25 non-commissioned officers and senior NCO’s attended the week-long First Sergeant Symposium at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2017. The purpose of events like this one is to not only teach additional duty first sergeants what it means to fill the role but also to share knowledge with those who might be interested in wearing a diamond in the future. The course consisted of academics from the U.S. Air Force First Sergeants Academy to provide SNCOs with the knowledge to better serve commanders on issues impacting Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Shared experiences

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jose Ramon, 35th Maintenance Squadron first sergeant, talks with attendees of the week-long First Sergeant Symposium at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2017. More than 25 NCOs and SNCOs learned about the responsibilities associated with being a first sergeant. The course covered myriad topics, ranging from family care programs to military law. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Dim light

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons wait for takeoff during a night flight at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 18, 2017. To ensure pilots can fly in all environments and conditions, night flying operations are conducted frequently. Pilots are required to be combat-ready for rapid deployment and employment in order to meet the challenges of wartime air defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Views from the tower

Spectators prepare to observe a demonstration by six F-16 Fighting Falcons pilots during the annual Range Day event at Draughon Range in Misawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2017. The event allowed families to see the 35th Fighter Wing and mission up-close through flight exhibitions and demonstrations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Pure excitement

Logan, daughter of Lt. Col. Matthew Kenkel, 14th Fighter Squadron commander, reacts to seeing her dad fly over during Range Day at Draughon Range in Misawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2017. Through an F-16 demonstration team performance, an equipment demonstration by the fire station, explosive ordnance disposal team and more, Range Day allowed family members what their loved ones do everyday (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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CATM

U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen Jacob Jeremy Pascual, 35th Security Forces Squadron combat arms training and maintenance instructor, explains functions of the weapons used by security forces members during Range Day at Draughon Range in Misawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2017. Range Day demonstrated the combat capability of the 13th and 14th Fighter Squadrons as well as the support offered to these squadrons by units such as weather, aircrew flight equipment and explosive ordnance disposal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Look! An F-16

Team Misawa members watch as the F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots demonstrate strafing runs and bombing techniques during Range Day at Draughon Range in Misawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2017. Range Day is a yearly event coordinated by the 35th Operations Support Squadron, allowing Misawa personnel and families to receive an insider’s look into how Team Misawa accomplishes the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Dropping bombs

A U.S. Air Force 14th Fighter Squadron pilot deploys two two-thousand pound inert bombs from his F-16 Fighting Falcon at Draughon Range during a Range Day event in Misawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2017. During the F-16 demonstration, pilots performed strafing runs and bombing techniques in order to show Team Misawa members how the pilots utilize the range and air space around the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Taking in the rotunda

U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, stands in the middle of the U.S. Capitol rotunda in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. The Air Force Chief of Staff’s office teamed up with the Air Force Legislative Liaison office to create a program giving first-time wing commanders the opportunity to visit members of Capitol Hill and express installation concerns. This program helps establish and enhance long-lasting relationships with elected officials. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Indulging in history

U.S. Air Force Capt. Benjamin Walters, left, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, and Col. R. Scott Jobe, right, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, view sculptures in the United States Capitol crypt in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. During a visit to Capitol Hill, 35th FW leadership discussed issues Team Misawa personnel endure, such as operational and fleet readiness, aging infrastructure and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Talking shop

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Chuck Frizzell, left, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, and Col. R. Scott Jobe, center, the 35th FW commander, speak with Maj. Gen. Steven Basham, the Air Force Legislative Liaison director, after meeting with various senators and representatives in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. Basham is charged with the responsibility to be the liaison between the Air Force and Congress on all Air Force programs, air and space weapons systems and issues. Additionally, he and his team prepare the Secretary, Chief of Staff of the Air Force or other senior leaders for Capitol Hill engagements. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Photo time

(From left to right) U.S. Air Force Capt. Benjamin Walters, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, Chief Master Sgt. Chuck Frizzell, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, Guam Representative Madeleine Bordallo, Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th FW commander, and Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman, a 35th FW Public Affairs photojournalist, pose for a photo after an office call in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. Bordallo is on the Committee of Armed Services and is the ranking member within the Subcommittee on Readiness, which oversees all military services, military readiness, training, construction and family housing concerns. (Courtesy photo)
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Discussions

Alaska Representative Don Young speaks with Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, Chief Master Sgt. Chuck Frizzell, the 35th FW command chief, and Capt. Benjamin Walters, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, during an office call in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. During a visit to Capitol Hill, 35th FW leadership discussed issues Team Misawa personnel endure, such as operational and fleet readiness, aging infrastructure and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Goal in the hole

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Zechariah Coe, left, the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron NCO in charge of the fuels service center, and Airman 1st Class Aitofele Sunia, right, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuel system apprentice, hoist a Special Olympics athlete up during the 31st Annual Special Olympics at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 14, 2017. The basketball station was one of the many stations included during the event. Athletes also participated in running, soccer, bean toss and badminton. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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