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260817-F-YR448-1026

U.S. Air Force Col. Oliver Lause, 35th Fighter Wing commander, operates an Avian Dissuader during a Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) program familiarization as part of a Wild Weasel Walk-Through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. The nonlethal laser is one tool BASH personnel use to move birds away from operational areas, by placing wing leadership directly alongside BASH personnel, the Wild Weasel Walkthrough demonstrated how seemingly small preventive actions can protect multimillion-dollar aircraft, reduce mission risk and preserve the wing’s ability to deliver combat airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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260817-F-YR448-1025

A Japanese Black Kite flies near the airfield at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. Birds and other wildlife near runways and flight paths can present hazards to aircraft, making continuous monitoring and timely dispersal critical to reducing the potential for wildlife strikes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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260817-F-YR448-1024

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Frank, right, 35th Fighter Wing aviation safety noncommissioned officer, discusses bird-strike response procedures with wing leadership during a Wild Weasel Walk-Through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. Investigating wildlife strikes helps identify recurring hazards, refine mitigation measures and reduce risks to aircraft operating from Misawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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260817-F-YR448-1023

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Frank, 35th Fighter Wing aviation safety noncommissioned officer, collects wildlife remains following a bird-strike incident during a Wild Weasel Walk-Through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. Collected remains are submitted to the Smithsonian for species identification, providing data the Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard program can use to track wildlife trends and focus future mitigation efforts around the airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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260817-F-YR448-1022

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Frank, left, 35th Fighter Wing aviation safety noncommissioned officer, briefs Chief Master Sgt. Jason Amaxopulos, center, 35th FW command chief, and Col. Oliver Lause, right, 35th FW commander, during a Wild Weasel Walk-Through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. The walkthrough allowed wing leadership to observe how bird strike response and species identification feed directly into future mitigation efforts, helping the Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard program reduce recurring hazards and protect the aircraft and Airmen responsible for executing the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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260817-F-YR448-1021

U.S. Air Force Col. Oliver Lause, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jason Amaxopulos, 35th Fighter Wing command chief, observes airfield conditions during a Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard Program ride-along as part of a Wild Weasel Walkthrough at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. The Wild Weasel Walkthrough provided leadership a firsthand view of how continuous wildlife monitoring and real-time airfield awareness help identify hazards early, reduce operational risk and keep Misawa’s flying mission ready to respond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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260817-F-YR448-1019

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Frank, left, 35th Fighter Wing aviation safety noncommissioned officer, briefs Col. Oliver Lause, 35th FW commander, on the Avian Dissuader during a Wild Weasel Walk-Through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. The walkthrough gave wing leadership a firsthand look at how the Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard Program combines wildlife monitoring, habitat management and active dispersal techniques to reduce wildlife hazards, prevent aircraft mishaps, protect mission assets and preserve the wing’s ability to sustain flying operations and generate combat airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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260817-F-YR448-1018

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Christopher Frank, 35th Fighter Wing aviation safety noncommissioned officer, demonstrates an Avian Dissuader while conducting a Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard Program familiarization during a Wild Weasel Walkthrough at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026. The laser provides a nonlethal method of dispersing birds from areas near the airfield, reducing wildlife hazards that could interfere with aircraft operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gavin Hameed)
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260728-F-VQ736-1030

An aircraft cargo loader and transporter moves towards a Boeing 747 transport aircraft in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Mission Support Group and contractors loaded mission-essential equipment as the 35th Fighter Wing prepared to send its assigned F-35A Lightning II aircraft to RF-A 26-3 for the first time, where joint and allied forces will conduct realistic combat training to strengthen interoperability and combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260728-F-VQ736-1050

Filipe Antunes, National Airlines loadmaster, directs an aircraft cargo loader and transporter towards a Boeing 747 transport aircraft in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Cargo loading prepared the 35th Fighter Wing to deploy personnel and equipment for RF-A 26-3, a large-force exercise that develops combat capability through realistic joint and multinational training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260728-F-VQ736-1054

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 35th Mission Support Group prepare to load cargo onto a Boeing 747 transport aircraft in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. The loading operation prepared mission-essential equipment for deployment as the 35th Fighter Wing readied its first deployment of assigned F-35A Lightning II aircraft to RF-A 26-3, where participants will refine tactics, techniques and procedures in a realistic training environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260728-F-VQ736-1110

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kolade Fasesin, 35th Munitions Squadron ammo stockpile specialist, manages a control panel for cargo loading onto a Boeing 747 transport aircraft in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. The loading operation ensured mission-essential equipment was ready for deployment as the 35th Fighter Wing prepares for RF-A 26-3, where participants will train alongside joint and allied partners to strengthen interoperability, improve mission readiness and prepare for potential real-world contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260728-F-VQ736-1120

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jaylan Santiago, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron logistic planner, front, manages a control panel for cargo loading onto a Boeing 747 transport aircraft in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 28, 2026. Cargo loading marked another step in preparing the 35th Fighter Wing's first deployment of assigned F-35A Lightning II aircraft to RF-A 26-3, a premier exercise designed to strengthen regional security by improving interoperability and preparing forces to operate together in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260724-F-VQ736-1002

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Christian Shank, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron air transportation function supervisor, left, and Tech. Sgt. Sean Porterfield, 35th Maintenance Squadron inspections noncommissioned officer in charge, inspect cargo in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2026. Airmen inspected cargo to ensure personnel and equipment met readiness requirements, enabling the 35th Fighter Wing to deploy safely and efficiently for RF-A 26-3, where joint and multinational forces will train to strengthen interoperability and combat capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260724-F-VQ736-1018

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Destiny Ross, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron inbound cargo technician, right, and Airman 1st Class Alexavier Villanueva, 35th LRS outbound cargo technician, prepare cargo for inspection in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2026. Cargo inspections reinforced the 35th Fighter Wing’s deployment readiness for RF-A 26-3, where joint and multinational forces will train together to refine tactics and strengthen combat capability at Eielson Air Force Base and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260724-F-VQ736-1022

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Destiny Ross, 35th Logistic Readiness Squadron inbound cargo technician, guides a forklift carrying cargo in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2026. The inspections ensured personnel and equipment were ready for strategic airlift, allowing the 35th Fighter Wing to participate in RF-A 26-3 alongside joint and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260724-F-VQ736-1049

Cargo waits to be inspected in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2026. Cargo inspections helped preserve the 35th Fighter Wing's ability to rapidly project combat capability for RF-A 26-3, a large-force exercise designed to develop interoperability and readiness through realistic training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260724-F-VQ736-1058

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kyle Graff, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron air transportation function journeyman, prepares to secure cargo in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2026. Airmen inspected cargo to ensure personnel and equipment met readiness requirements, enabling the 35th Fighter Wing to deploy safely and efficiently for RF-A 26-3, where joint and multinational forces will train to strengthen interoperability and combat capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260724-F-VQ736-1110

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Sean Porterfield, 35th Maintenance Squadron inspections noncommissioned officer in charge, secures cargo in support of Red Flag-Alaska 26-3 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2026. The inspections ensured personnel and equipment were ready for strategic airlift, allowing the 35th Fighter Wing to participate in RF-A 26-3 alongside joint and allied forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Hannah Bench)
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260603-F-NU460-1034

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Laura Lenderman, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, awards a recognition coin to Staff Sgt. Deante Edward, 35th Security Forces Squadron counter-small unmanned aircraft systems noncommissioned officer in charge, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2026. The coin presentation recognized Edward’s role in supporting base defense capabilities as the wing continues adapting to changing threat factors from potential adversaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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