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Komatsu FOD walk

Airmen with the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit perform a foreign object and debris inspection on the flightline during an aviation training relocation at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2019. Approximately 15 35th Fighter Wing Airmen traveled up and down the Komatsu runway to locate and remove any debris items, such as bolts, screws, rocks or plastic, to ensure the safety of the aircraft participating in the bilateral training exercise. The 35th Fighter Wing is assigned to Misawa AB, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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All smiles in Komatsu

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Devlin Hamsher, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, holds angle of attack sensor covers during an aviation training relocation at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Oct. 2, 2019. Airmen relocated from Misawa AB to Komatsu AB, enhancing their communication skills, training abilities and bilateral relations with host nation members. Hamsher and the 13th AMU are assigned to Misawa AB, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Marshalling the jet

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Taylor Simmons, a 35th Maintenance Squadron lead inspector section team member, marshalls an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an aviation training relocation at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Oct. 2, 2019. Misawa Airmen paired with Japan Air Self-Defense Force members during the launch and recovery of jets to increase their knowledge of receiving and sending off F-16s properly and efficiently during the bilateral training. Simmons and the 35th MXS are assigned to Misawa AB, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Helicopter hoover

An HH-60 Pavehawk helicopter flies over an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an aviation training relocation at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Oct. 1, 2019. F-16 pilots trained with Japan Air Self-Defense Force members in visual range air-to-air combat, increasing the strength and cohesion among the two forces. The F-16s are assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing at Misawa AB, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Paws up!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Phillip McCoy, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot and Komatsu aviation training relocation detachment commander, throws up the “panther paw” during an ATR at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Oct. 1, 2019. Airmen with the 13th FS and Aircraft Maintenance Unit display the “panther paw” hand sign as homage to Eldridge, the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron’s pet panther, during the Vietnam War, now represented as the official mascot of the 13th FS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Media mania

Local Komatsu media outlets take photos of U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons during an aviation training relocation at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Oct. 1, 2019. Mainichi, Hokuriku Chunichi, Hokko Ku and other local press representatives attended the bilateral training to photograph and film incoming F-16s, increasing the visibility and knowledge of the week-long exercise. The F-16s are assigned to the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Unit at Misawa AB, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Reflecting with Airmen

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Kyle Dunn, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-16 Fighting Falcon production superintendent, smiles while speaking with his fellow Airmen during an aviation training relocation at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Sept. 30, 2019. Approximately 90 Misawa Airmen and six U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons traveled to Komatsu AB in support of facilitating bilateral training sorties while enhancing tactical skillsets, friendships and alliances with their host nation partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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The Jackson

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kenny Brown, a 35th Security Forces Squadron police service administrator, dances to a Michael Jackson song at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019. Brown holds a dance class every Sunday at 11 a.m. to make an impact on people’s lives for the better by bringing people closer together, improving morale and boosting self-confidence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Be free

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kenny Brown, a 35th Security Forces Squadron police service administrator, dances at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019. Brown teaches hip-hop and lyrical dance classes every Sunday morning. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Break it down

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kenny Brown, a 35th Security Forces Squadron police service administrator, breakdances by the beach at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019. Brown uses dance as a stress reliever. His favorite genre of dance is hip-hop because it allows him to get out all of his energy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Let go, be fluid

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kenny Brown, a 35th Security Forces Squadron police service administrator, pauses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2019. Brown started dancing 10 years ago in high school and has aired on two popular dance shows since then including: “So You Think You Can Dance” and “World of Dance.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Madson, the 35th Operations Support Squadron commander, and his son watch the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration performance during the Misawa Air Fest 2019 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2019. The PACAF F-16 Demo Team is based out of Misawa AB and travel throughout the Indo-Pacific region promoting and strengthening community relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

A C-130 Hercules from Yokota Air Base, Japan, sits on display while the Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse Demonstration Team performs overhead during the Misawa Air Fest 2019 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2019. This year’s stationary displays included the JASDF F-35A, Mitsubishi F-2, Kawasaki T-4 and a MH-53 helicopter alongside U.S. Air Force RQ-4 Global Hawks, KC-135 Stratotanker and F-16 Fighting Falcons plus a U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Spectators and static displays from U.S. Armed Forces and Japan Self Defense Force fill the taxiway during the Misawa Air Fest 2019 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2019. The annual air show gave community members an opportunity to see various aircraft, meet military personnel and observe ground and aerial demonstrations, encompassing the power of the joint and bilateral forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Two Japan Air Self-Defense Force Kawasaki C-2 pilots prepare for take-off during the Misawa Air Fest 2019 family day at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 7, 2019. The Kawasaki C-2 is a mid-size, twin-turbofan engine, long range, high speed military transport aircraft. The annual air show drew more than 95,500 people from all over Japan, highlighting the close U.S. and Japan bilateral partnership in the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Dominating Misawa skies

U.S. Pacific Air Force's F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot waves to the crowd below during the Misawa Air Fest 2019 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2019. Each year, Misawa AB opens its gates for visitors to freely see and feel the rush of air power up close. Exhibiting the maneuverability of the aircraft shows the F-16 Fighting Falcon's strength and durability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st CLass China M. Shock)
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Dare to be daring

The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Implulse Demonstration Team flies in formation during the Misawa Air Fest 2019 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2019. The Blue Impulse fly the Kawasaki T-4, a subsonic intermediate jet trainer aircraft and display their mission ready capabilities. The air fest provided aerial acrobatics performance, food and various static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

The U.S. Air Force 610th Air Control Flight pauses for a group photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 31, 2019. The 610th ACF won two Headquarters Air Force-level awards in 2018 including the “Outstanding Ground-Based Battle Management Command and Control Crew.” Its mission ensured airspace safety for F-16 Fighting Falcon sorties by de-conflicting with multiple aircraft and providing pilots real-time feedback. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Jeremy Garcia)
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13th takes home the trophy

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cody Wilson, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew member, holds a trophy during the second quarter load crew competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 2, 2019. The 13th AMU weapons load crew Airmen took home the trophy after being assessed on their performance and weapons load technical abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Takaharu Daibo)
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Trophy and troops

The 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit poses for a photo with their leadership after winning the second quarter load crew competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 2, 2019. Team Misawa Airmen take part in this friendly competition to ensure readiness and proper munitions handling while racing against the clock and opponents. (U.S. Air Force photo by Takaharu Daibo)
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