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Relaxing by the beach

U.S. Air Force Airman Austin T. Clay, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons journeyman, looks out across the ocean at Sabishiro Beach in Misawa, Japan, July 16, 2019. The drive from Misawa Air Base to Sabishiro Beach is approximately 15 minutes, and features a lookout tower and a 1931 Bellanca Skyrocket J-300, affectionately known as “Miss Veedol”. Tap in these coordinates in your favorite maps app to find it for yourself: Hamadori 大字三沢字 Misawa, Aomori 033-0022 (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Ryan Okahara, the Hawaii Air National Guard commander and Indonesia Air Force Air First Marshal Widyargo Ikoputra, the Iswahjudi Air Force Base commander, receives a brief from F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots from both nations prior to the Cope West 19 closing ceremony at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 28. Over the course of the two-week exercise, the two services flew a combined total of 130 sorties, affording both countries the opportunity to exchange knowledge and tactical consideration in modern air combat warfare during close air support training and air-to-air fighter training. Simultaneously, eight subject-matter expert exchanges occurred across various career fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake “Primo” Impellizzeri, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team commander, performs a high-speed pass during the Cope West 19 open house at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia June 22, 2019. The Cope West 19 open house was one of many events throughout 2019 celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Indonesia. The Cope West 19 open house provided an opportunity for the local communities around Manado to engage with their nation’s military and a key partnering nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A Hutto)
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U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron from Misawa Air Base, Japan, space out the rollers on a mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) cable at the Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. The small rollers keep the cable up off the runway so the hook can grab it. Six MAAS technicians forward deployed to Indonesia in support of Cope West 19.The MAAS is designed to ensure pilots land and take-off safely in the event of an in-flight emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Stepping carefully

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member participates in a vehicle challenge scenario during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. The annual exercise showcases U.S. and Japanese forces sharing tactics and working together to subdue enemy forces attempting to cause harm to people and assets on Misawa AB. This training showcased bonds shared in force protection and security excellence. All levels, including the defenders, self-defense force entry controllers and leadership, bettered each other through these events. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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35th SFS patch

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Layson, a 35th Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, shows off his security forces badge during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. This training strengthened the interoperability and communication between U.S. and Japanese forces while refining response tactics for various threats to Misawa AB and Northern Japan. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Ready for the target

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member observes a gate runner scenario during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. The focus of the exercise was broken into three components: training, exercising and refining. Participants trained on enemy suppression tactics for the installation defense perimeter. Afterward, members put their skills to the test during 27 exercise scenarios. In the end, participants discussed applied skills through an after-action report, helping forces plan for more focused training and advanced scenarios.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Face down now

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Gregoriorafael Rodriguez, a 35th Security Forces Squadron trainer, participate in a gate runner scenario during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. An understanding of communication between both forces is vital to the defense of Misawa AB and Northern Japan. Capt. Nicholas Cunningham, the 35th SFS operations officer said, the protection of any asset and people begins with integrated security from individuals who comprehend and act appropriately when an incident occurs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Handcuffing procedures

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Layson, left, a 35th Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, gets handcuffed by Staff Sgt. Urelle Fogel, right, a 35th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, during a Guard and Protect training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. Handcuffing was the first portion during the Guard and Protect training, which bolstered security preparation for real-world scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Demonstration for JGSDF personnel

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Wilfred Acevedo, a 35th Security Forces Squadron base defense operations center controller, demonstrates responding to a vehicle challenge scenario during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. Guard and Protect is a bilateral contingency exercise and operation designed to ensure optimal security of military facilities and resources across the country of Japan when activated by higher headquarters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Shouldn’t have ran the gate

U.S. Air Force and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members participate in a gate runner scenario during a Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. The gate runner portion consisted of different procedures, including when and how to deploy barriers and routing information. The exercise increases bilateral relations by giving participants hands-on experience to work and improve security skills with their regional partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Bilateral relations

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Private Ren Sugiyama, left, a 5th Infantry Regiment infantryman, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Layson, right, a 35th Security Forces Squadron installation entry controller, pause for a photo during Guard and Protect training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. The exercise allows U.S. and Japanese units to work alongside each other and train together for real-world scenarios. Participating units included the 35th SFS, the JGSDF 9th Division’s 5th and 39th Infantry Regiments, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Air Wing’s Security Division and Misawa AB’s 35th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Warning stay back

An anti-vehicle defense system warning sign stands in front of the Levitow Gate at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 23, 2019. U.S. Air Force and Japan Ground Self Defense Force security forces members integrated ranks during a bilateral exercise called Guard and Protect. The training combined the Japan ground forces with U.S. base defenders to increase security preparation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Air Superority

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter pilot flies alongside two Indonesian air force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter pilots over the Sam Ratulangi International Airport in Manado, Indonesia, during COPE West 19, June 20, 2019. COPE West is a recurring exercise dating back to 1989, and this year marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Indonesia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Fly like a falcon

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter pilot flies alongside two Indonesian air force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter pilots over Manado, Indonesia, during COPE West 19, June 20, 2019. COPE West is a two-week, Pacific Air Forces-sponsored, bilateral exercise designed to advance interoperability and build upon already established partnerships between U.S. military forces and the Indonesian air force. The exercise affords both countries with opportunities to exchange techniques in aircraft generation and recovery, close air support training and air-to-air fighter training as well as host subject-matter expert exchange across various career fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Flying with a view

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter pilot flies alongside two Indonesian air force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter pilots off the coast of Manado, Indonesia, during COPE West 19, June 20, 2019. Approximately 100 U.S. service members and six F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 14th Fighter Squadron, based out of Misawa Air Base, Japan, integrated with six F-16s from the Indonesian air force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Out of many, one

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter pilot flies alongside two Indonesian air force F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter pilots off the coast Manado, Indonesia, during COPE West 19, June 20, 2019. COPE West is a bilateral exercise designed to advance interoperability and continue to build partnerships between the U.S. and Indonesian militaries. This year’s iteration highlights the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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DV section

Distinguished guests wait for the COPE West 19 opening ceremony to begin at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. COPE West 19 further strengthened the close partnership between the U.S. and Indonesia and highlighted 70 years of U.S.-Indonesian diplomatic relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Opening remarks

Indonesian air force Col. Satriyo Utomo, 3rd Wing base commander, and U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Kirmis, 13th Air Expeditionary Group commander, provide remarks during the COPE West 19 opening ceremony at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. U.S. forces routinely conduct operations, exercises and training missions with other countries in the Indo-Pacific. These regional engagements are focused on improving interoperability and familiarization with allies and partners to safeguard the freedom of the seas and overflight in international airspace, deter conflict and coercion and promote regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Patch exchange

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jared Morris, 14th Fighter Squadron Cope West 19 project officer, receives a patch from Indonesian air force Col. Satriyo Utomo, 3rd Wing base commander, during the COPE West 19 opening ceremony at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. COPE West is a recurring exercise that has taken place since 1989. This year marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States and Indonesia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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