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Base defense weapons systems

Koku-Jieitai Master Sgt. Hiroshi Osawa, a 2nd Air Wing Base Air Defense M-61 20 mm Vulcan cannon operator, explains the capabilities of the installation’s defense network to a group of U.S. Airmen participating in a 10-day U.S.-Japan Bilateral Career Training, at Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2017. The Vulcan is capable of firing 6,600 rounds per second and its six rotating barrels, firing at one time, permit a high rate of fire while simultaneously reducing the problem of barrel wear and heat generation. Koku-Jieitai is the traditional term for Japan Air Self Defense Force used by the Japanese. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Checking out the Vulcan

Koku-Jieitai Master Sgt. Hiroshi Osawa, right, a 2nd Air Wing Base Air Defense M-61 20 mm Vulcan cannon operator, explains the weapon’s capabilities to U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jessica Nienheuser, left, the 35th Medical Support Squadron patient administration section chief, during a 10-day U.S.-Japan Bilateral Career Training, at Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2017. Nienheuser got to sit in the operator’s seat while the weapon system was operational, not armed, and move the turret around while Osawa explained its operation. Koku-Jieitai is the traditional term for Japan Air Self Defense Force used by the Japanese. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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What a ride!

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ebony Jenkins, a 35th Security Forces Squadron member, flies with nine other U.S. Airmen aboard a Koku-Jieitai Kawasaki C-1 headed to Chitose Air Base, Japan, April 11, 2017. The group flew to Chitose from Misawa Air Base, Japan, as part of a 10-day U.S.-Japan Bilateral Career Training, April 11-20, specifically designed to bring the two nation’s air forces closer as allies and friends. The Kawasaki C-1 is a twin- short-range military transport, used by the Koku-Jieitai. Koku-Jieitai is the traditional term for Japan Air Self Defense Force used by the Japanese. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Dissimilar air combat-training assures PACAF commitment

An F-16 Fighting Falcon takes off during a dissimilar air combat-training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2017. The DAC-T is a practice of using various aircraft, while integrating with other national forces, to execute one common goal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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Dissimilar air combat-training assures PACAF commitment

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilots sit through a dissimilar air combat-training brief at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2017. The DAC-T allows for U.S. and JASDF pilots to identify any potential errors in their tactics, as well as visualize how working with other nations will be like during large force exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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Dissimilar air combat-training assures PACAF commitment

F-16 Fighting Falcons and F-2 Viper Zeros prepare for take-off during a dissimilar air combat-training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2017. The F-16s had the duty of providing a suppression of enemy air defenses and escorting the F-2s into the targets area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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Dissimilar air combat-training assures PACAF commitment

Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 Viper Zeros wait on standby as F-16 Fighting Falcons prepare to deploy for a dissimilar air combat-training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2017. The F-16s escorted and cleared the area of enemy ground-to- air missiles and ensured the F-2s were not targeted as they focused on deploying their air-to- ground missiles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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Dissimilar air combat-training assures PACAF commitment

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilots sit in a dissimilar air combat-training brief at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2017. During the brief, personnel discussed any mistakes, communication problems and tactic differences that occurred during the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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Senior surgeon mentorship program refines medical techniques

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shawnn Nichols, left, a 959th Medical Group general surgeon, surgeon oncologist and program mentor, oversees a surgery as Capt. Lee Hafen, a 35th Medical Group general surgeon, exposes an appendix at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 13, 2017. Misawa was chosen as the first base to test the Small Hospital Clinic Skills Enhancement program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Senior surgeon mentorship program refines medical techniques

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dante Rankin, a 35th Surgical Squadron surgical services technician, readies equipment for a surgery at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 15, 2017. Senior surgeon mentors, sponsored by the Air Force Medical Operations Agency, traveled to many small bases to share their wealth of knowledge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Senior surgeon mentorship program refines medical techniques

U.S. Air Force Airmen study an appendix at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March, 13, 2017. The procedure required the removal of an appendix to prevent it from rupturing. During the operation, the primary surgeon worked as the mentor to advise how to make the process better. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Senior surgeon mentorship program refines medical techniques

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dante Rankin, a 35th Surgical Squadron surgical services technician, readies equipment for a surgery at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 15, 2017. Senior surgeon mentors, sponsored by the Air Force Medical Operations Agency, traveled to many small bases to share their wealth of knowledge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Senior surgeon mentorship program refines medical techniques

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Thor Shaefer, a 35th Surgical Squadron surgical service technician, prepares a room for surgery at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 13, 2017. Prior to surgeries, technicians sterilize themselves and stock the room with the specific equipment required for the operation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Senior surgeon mentorship program refines medical techniques

U.S. Air Force Maj. Adeleke Oyemade, left, a 60th Medical Group certified registered nurse anesthetist, watches on standby with Capt. Scott Abbott, a 35th Medical Group staff nurse anesthetist at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 13, 2017. Senior surgeons came to Misawa to give guidance and refine clinical practices to use in contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Medical personnel train for mission execution

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Medical Group watch their wingmen train with a Philips HeartStart MRx defibrillator and heart monitor at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 3, 2017. Practicing with different medical personnel builds team cohesiveness among the different squadrons within the 35th MDG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Medical personnel train for mission execution

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Charlene Blunt, the 35th Medical Group education and training flight chief, powers on a Philips HeartStart MRx defibrillator and heart monitor during training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 3, 2017. According to Blunt any personnel who come into physical contact with patients are required to know how to use all types of automated external defibrillator machines and know the basics of CPR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Medical personnel train for mission execution

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Medical Group attach a lead to a Laerdal mannequin at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 3, 2017. The mannequins have the ability to simulate breathing, eye dilations, pulses, speaking and reacting to medications administered through computer codes. They allow for as close-to-realistic training as possible for personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Medical personnel train for mission execution

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Medical Group, prepare a Philips HeartStart MRx defibrillator and heart monitor during training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 3, 2017. The tool includes automated external defibrillation capabilities with patient monitoring attributes allowing technicians to clearly assess the situation at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Medical personnel train for mission execution

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dominique Case, a 35th Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medical technician, holds a stethoscope at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 3, 2017. One Friday a month, the 35th Medical Group closes down and holds a training to hone their life-saving skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Medical personnel train for mission execution

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dominique Case, a 35th Medical Operations Squadron aerospace medical technician, uses a stethoscope to listen to a mannequin’s heartbeat at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 3, 2017. The training focused on responding to a collapsed patient with an automated external defibrillator. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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