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It's a bird! It's a plane! It's an F-16!

A 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes to the skies at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 6, 2018. Exercise Red Flag-Alaska 19-1, held Oct. 4 to 19, centers around developing relationships with U.S. forces and their allies for a more comprehensive understanding of partner training and tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Getting Red Flag ready

U.S. Air Force Maj. Charles Dodd, the 13th Fighter Squadron chief of wing weapons and a pilot, inspects his equipment prior to flight at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 6, 2018. Exercise Red Flag-Alaska 19-1, held Oct. 4 to 19, allows U.S. forces to exchange knowledge and information with counterparts and allies from other countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Allies ready to fly

A Marine F/A-18 Hornet aircraft with the Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232 from Miramar, California, taxis by a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, during Exercise Red Flag-Alaska 19-1, at Eielson Air Base, Alaska, Oct. 6, 2018. For more than two decades, the joint-tactical combat employment exercise focused on ally development and cohesion. U.S. military branches and armed services of multiple countries around the world came together to exchange tactics, operations techniques and procedures to improve interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Wild Weasels ready for flight

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons with the 13th Fighter Squadron sit on a runway during Exercise Red Flag-Alaska 19-1, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 6, 2018. RF-A 19-1, held Oct. 4 to 19, exposes all parties to combat-like scenarios to familiarize members with high-intensity, fast-paced operations to improve interoperability among allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Pilot and ear pro

U.S. Air Force Capt. Mark Onorato, the 13th Fighter Squadron activity security manager, inspects his ear protection before climbing into an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Exercise Red Flag-Alaska 19-1, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Oct. 6, 2018. RF-A 19-1, held Oct. 4 to 19, is slated to train more than 1,000 personnel and 60 aircraft in a simulated air combat environment optimizing personnel's abilities and honing acquired skill sets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Glow of the neon lights

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, sits on the runway at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. In an air-to-surface role, the F-16 can fly more than 500 miles, deliver its weapons with accuracy, defend itself against enemy aircraft and return to its starting point. The F-16s at Misawa AB have suppression enemy air defense capabilities, which are vital to the security and stability of the Indo-Asia-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Unbreakable brotherhood

Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots, assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, exchange hand signals prior to departure from Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers, assigned to the “Garudas” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, and 35th FW F-16s joined forces to provide more realistic training for both sets of pilots. Typically, F-16 pilots train with simulated assets, which can mask communication and tactical problems that may arise when engaging in a real-world scenario. Training with tangible Growlers allows F-16 pilots to identify and overcome issues that theoretical assets cannot simulate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Up, up and away

Twelve U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons, assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, taxi and take off at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. In addition to the 12 F-16s, U.S. Navy EA-18Gs pilots, assigned to the “Garudas” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, flew with the 13 and 14th Fighter Squadron, to enhance readiness and understanding of how the two airframes operate hand-in-hand during real-world missions. The VAQ-134 is currently deployed to Misawa AB from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, as part of a six-month Theater Security Package, which is designed to enhance regional security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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EOD lift

An MH-60 Seahawk helicopter, assigned with the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25, picks up a Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force explosive ordnance disposal team member during the Mine Countermeasures Exercise 2JA near the region surrounding Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 20, 2016. The bilateral exercise is held annually between the U.S. Navy and JMSDF to strengthen interoperability and increase proficiencies in mine countermeasure operations. Also involved in the exercise were the U.S. Navy units the USS Patriot, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit Five, Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14, Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25, and staff from Mine Countermeasures Squadron Seven. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samuel Weldin)
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Peering out helicopter

U.S. Navy Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 1st Class Calah Sanchez, top, assigned with the Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25, works with a Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force member, bottom, during the Mine Countermeasures Exercise 2JA near the region surrounding Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 20, 2016. The annual bilateral exercise is held between the U.S. Navy and JMSDF to strengthen interoperability and increase proficiencies in mine countermeasure operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samuel Weldin)
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Helicopter on minesweeper

An MH-53E Sea Dragon lands on the JS Uraga while taking part in the 2016 Mine Countermeasures Exercise in Mutsu Bay, Japan, July 22, 2016. The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force vessel’s crew teamed up with the U.S. Navy helicopter’s unit to train for the boat landing aspect of mine countermeasures. By improving response times and strengthening relations, the services aim to not only become more adept at their mission, but also to deter their enemy’s willingness to mine. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
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Returning from receiving aircraft

Members of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force walk along the helicopter landing pad of the JS Uraga while taking part in Mine Countermeasures Exercise 2JA in Mutsu Bay, Japan, July 22, 2016. While the U.S. Navy trained on boat landings, the JMSDF crew focused on receiving and securing aircraft on their vessel. If an actual mine threat were to arise, the two services could work together to eliminate it using resources like explosive ordnance disposal units, minesweeper ships and mine countermeasure helicopters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
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Helicopter landing

Members of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force prepare to receive an MH-53E Sea Dragon aboard the JS Uraga, while taking part in Mine Countermeasures Exercise 2JA in Mutsu Bay, Japan, July 22, 2016. The 99-foot-long helicopter has two missions: airborne mine counter measure and navy vertical onboard delivery. During the exercise, the U.S. Navy operated out of Misawa Air Base, Japan, to practice these missions while improving interoperability with the JMSDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
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Enjoying the ride

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Morgan Boltz, a naval aircrewman with the Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14, Detachment 2A, looks out of the window of an MH-53E Sea Dragon while taking part in Mine Countermeasures Exercise 2JA near Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 22, 2016. The annual bilateral exercise took place between the U.S. and Japan from July 15 to 30, with the goal of strengthening interoperability and mine countermeasure capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
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Flight to minesweeper ship

U.S. Navy Sailors with the Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 14, Detachment 2A, ride in the back of an MH-53E Sea Dragon while taking part in the Mine Countermeasures Exercise 2JA near Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 22, 2016. Though originally stationed in Norfolk, Virginia, the detachment is currently forward deployed to Pohang, Republic of Korea. The unit participated in the 15-day Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force exercise to bolster mine countermeasures capabilities and enhance interoperability between the two allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
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