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A gift of friendship

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Maj. Gen. Masahito Monma, the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 6th Air Wing commander, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Phillip McCoy, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, pose for a photo with an F-16 framed photo during an aviation training relocation at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Sept. 30, 2019. McCoy presented Monma this item as a gift to express his gratitude toward JASDF’s hospitability, support and friendship. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Man-made beauty amoung natural beauty

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 7, 2018. The ATR allowed Airmen to practice deployed contingency operations and execute bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Up, up and away

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. Airmen practiced deployed contingency operations and executed bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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WOOD!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Casey Habluetzel, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, holds up the Samurai’s ‘wood’ hand gesture while taxiing to the runway during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. The ATR allowed Airmen to practice deployed contingency operations and execute bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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The walk around

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gerardo Feliciano, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, talks to Capt. Casey Habluetzel, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. U.S. Air Force personnel worked side-by-side with Japan Air Self-Defense Force personnel, and flew 36 sorties, allowing both parties to interact and see how their similar mission sets are accomplished. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Ray of sunshine

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nicholas Helmer, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, dons gloves prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. Airmen practiced deployed contingency operations and executed bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Fuel time

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Josiah Baychu, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, connects a fuel hose to an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. More than 80 Airmen from Misawa Air Base forward-deployed with six F-16 Fighting Falcons to Tsuiki AB Nov. 5 to 8. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Pulling the fuel hose

A Japan Self-Defense Force Airman pulls a fuel hose during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. Eighty-five Misawa Air Base personnel and six F-16 Fighting Falcons participated in a week-long bilateral exercise with F-2 pilots. The purpose of the ATR was to continue growing the strong partnership between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Cockpit inspection

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Justin Ezell, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, inspects the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon prior to take off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. The week-long bilateral exchange helped to grow the strong partnership between the U.S. and Japan even further. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Here you go Sir!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joseph Swinson, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, hands Staff Sgt. Justin Ezell, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, a binder prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. U.S. Air Force personnel worked side-by-side with Japan Air Self-Defense Force personnel during the relocation and flew 36 sorties, allowing both parties to interact and see how their similar mission sets get accomplished. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Two nations working as one

U.S. Air Force and Japan Self-Defense Force Airmen unload cargo during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. The ATR exercise enhanced operational readiness and bilateral interoperability between U.S. and Japanese forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Night prep

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing from Misawa Air Base, Japan, move light carts to the flightline at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. Approximately 85 Airmen and six F-16 Fighting Falcons flew to Tsuiki to participate in an aviation training relocation with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Marine Aircraft Group 12 forces deployed several F-35B Lightning ll's for a regularly scheduled aviation training relocation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 9, 2018. ATR's are designed to increase operational readiness and bilateral interoperability for both U.S. and Japanese forces. The MAG-12 ATR is a concrete example of the strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance - the foundation of peace and security in the Indo-Pacific for more than 50 years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexia Lythos)
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180521-M-ZX532-508

Marine Aircraft Group 12 forces deployed several F-35B Lightning ll's for a regularly scheduled aviation training relocation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 9, 2018. ATR's are designed to increase operational readiness and bilateral interoperability for both U.S. and Japanese forces. The MAG-12 ATR is a concrete example of the strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance - the foundation of peace and security in the Indo-Pacific for more than 50 years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexia Lythos)
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180515-M-ZX532-070

Marine Aircraft Group 12 forces deployed several F-35B Lightning ll's for a regularly scheduled aviation training relocation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 9, 2018. ATR's are designed to increase operational readiness and bilateral interoperability for both U.S. and Japanese forces. The MAG-12 ATR is a concrete example of the strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance - the foundation of peace and security in the Indo-Pacific for more than 50 years. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Alexia Lythos)
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Bilateral air superiority

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon and two Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2s fly in formation during an aviation training relocation over Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2017. The week long bilateral exchange expounded on the already strong, partnership between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Flight planning with JASDF

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nicolas De Wulf, the 13th Fighter Squadron readiness flight commander, discusses flight patterns with Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2 pilots during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 5, 2017. Six F-16s and more than 300 personnel flew from Misawa Air Base to participate in a week long bilateral exercise with F-2 pilots. The purpose of the ATR on is to continue to expound on the already strong, partnership between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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ATR pre-brief

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Wesley Hales, the 13th Fighter Squadron director of operations, provides opening remarks for the aviation training exercise at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Sept 30, 2017. With a total of 28 sorties flown, U.S. Air Force personnel worked side-by-side with Japan Air Self-Defense Force, allowing both parties to interact and see how their similar mission sets are accomplished. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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CP leads the way

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon and two Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2s fly in formation during an aviation training relocation over Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2017. Throughout the duration of the exercise, both teams of pilots conducted 27 sorties focusing on specialized training consisting of bilateral basic fighting maneuvers, air combat maneuvers, defensive counter air and suppression of enemy air defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Flying with our colors

U.S. Air Force Capt. Daniel Brom, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, taxis upon arrival at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, during a week long bilateral aviation training relocation, Sept. 30, 2017. The ATR program is designed to increase operational readiness and interoperability between U.S. and Japan forces, while reducing the impact of training on local communities surrounding Misawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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