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Competition focused

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adam Randles, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew member, operates an MJ-1 standard lift truck during the second quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 2, 2019. The rear-steered transportation device aligned bomb lugs with bomb rack hooks on the F-16 Fighting Falcon. This crucial step must be performed to affix munitions to the jet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Takaharu Daibo)
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Flames and tools

A box with the words “Impulse Carts” sits on a work station during the fourth quarter weapons load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. Airmen use various tools and equipment during this competition to complete the mission of arming an F-16 Fighting Falcon while racing against the clock and an opposing team. This event aids in enhancing Airmen’s readiness, performance and technical abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Load comp team work

Misawa Airmen with the 13th and 14th Aircraft Maintenance Units inspect inert munitions during the fourth quarter weapons load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. Expert weapons technicians evaluate participants on various aspects such as safety, accuracy, tool accountability and dress and appearance. Together, both AMUs contribute to the mission by supporting the U.S. and its allies in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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We are da' bomb

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mario Robinson, a 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew member, inspects an inert munition during the fourth quarter weapons load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. Team Misawa Airmen with the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron take part in this friendly competition, ensuring readiness and proper munition handling while racing against the clock. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Load comp focused

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Schoepp, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew member, tightens a bolt on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the fourth quarter weapons load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. The competition assessed Airmen’s abilities to quickly and properly arm an F-16 Fighting Falcon with inert munitions, which can range from two 2,000 lb bombs to two AIM-120s or AIM-9s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Teams at ease

The fourth quarter load competition teams stand at ease prior to the event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2019. The Airmen raced against the clock to gauge which team could accurately and efficiently load inert munitions onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon. It’s important for Airmen to practice this skill in order to be prepared if a real world scenario was to occur. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Fixing a panel on an F-16 Fighting Falcon

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Emily Wall, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team lead crew chief, removes a screw after an F-16 Demo Team practice at Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Nov. 30, 2018. Wall removed the fasteners from the panel in order to fix a nut plate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Panel Security

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Emily Wall, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team lead crew chief, disconnects a screw after an F-16 Demo Team practice at Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Nov. 30, 2018. Wall removed the fasteners from the panel in order to fix a nut plate.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Ensuring safety of F-16 Fighting Falcon

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dane Pendzinski, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, inspects the intake of an F-16 after an F-16 Demo Team practice at Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Nov. 30, 2018. This check ensures optimal performance of the engine and safety of flight. The PACAF F-16 Demo Team, based at Misawa Air Base, Japan, promotes positive relations between the United States and nations across the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Alongside host nation counterparts

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon and a Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 Mitsubishi sit on the runway during an F-16 Demo Team practice at Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Nov. 30, 2018. The PACAF F-16 Demo Team, based at Misawa Air Base, Japan, promotes positive relations between the United States and nations across the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Thumbs up for DEMO!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Phillip McCoy, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team safety observer, pauses for a photo with a fan during the Tsuiki Air Festival at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 25, 2018. For some of the air show attendees, this was their first interaction with Americans. In conjunction with the show schedule, team members also support of the 35th Fighter Wing's mission on a day-to-day basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Let the ground show begin

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Emily Wall, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team lead crew chief, initiates a ground show during family day at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 24, 2018. The team includes a hand-picked all-volunteer cadre of one pilot, two narrators and a maintenance team composed of four crew chiefs and five specialists responsible for the aircraft's avionics and electrical systems and engines. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez
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Protecting internals of F-16 Fighting Falcon

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Megan Umino, a Pacific Air Force’s F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team electrical and environmental systems craftsman, installs a screw after an F-16 Demo Team practice at Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Nov. 30, 2018. Umino placed the screw to reinstall a panel. Panels protect the internal components of the aircraft from environmental elements. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Am I loud enough?

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team commander, performs during the Tsuiki Air Festival at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 25, 2018. Impellizzeri executed 17 maneuvers during the 20-minute display of the F-16’s capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Demo Team performance

The crew of the Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team prepare an F-16 before a demonstration during the Tsuiki Air Festival at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 25, 2018. The team includes a hand-picked, volunteer cadre of one pilot, one safety observer, and a maintenance team consisting of the Superintendent, 3 crew chiefs, and 4 specialists (2 Avionics, 1 Propulsion, and 1 Electro & Environmental), responsible for all of the aircrafts systems. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Stickers are the best

A spectator views a Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team sticker during the Tsuiki Air Festival at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 25, 2018. For some of the air show attendees, this was their first interaction with Americans. Making personal contact with local nationals on and off the flightline is one of the PACAF F-16 Demo Team's priorities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Merchandise and stickers

Spectators line up in front of a Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team booth during the Tsuiki Air Festival at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 25, 2018. After performances, team members connect with fans, pose for photos and sign various items. The PACAF F-16 Demo Team, based at Misawa Air Base, Japan, promotes positive relations between the United States and nations across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Sign this please

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team commander, signs a photograph during the Tsuiki Air Festival at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 25, 2018. After the performance, team members connected with fans, posed for photos and signed various items. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Ensuring Demo can fly high in the sky

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Esteban Ramirez, a Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team aerospace propulsion specialist, evaluates an F-16 engine exhaust nozzle divergent seal during family day at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 24, 2018. This check ensures optimal performance of the engine and safety of flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Demo takes to the sky

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team commander, executes an aerobatic maneuver during family day at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 24, 2018. Impellizzeri executed 17 maneuvers during the 20 minute display of the F-16’s capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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