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On the road again

U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher W. Struve, left, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, showcases Draughon Range to Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, right, the U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. Draughon range is the premier training site where Misawa’s F-16 Fighting Falcons employ inert munitions and defend against simulated surface-to-air threats. The range is also utilized by many other USFJ units, providing critical training to combat search and rescue, mobility and fighter units throughout Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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What you got there, Chief?

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, looks into a M2A2 aiming scope at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. The M2A2 aiming scope is the back-up scoring system for air-to-ground weapons employment for aircraft such as the F-16 Fighting Falcon and Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35. These jets use the range to enhance the training and readiness of Misawa’s fighter pilots, ensuring Team Misawa maintains its combat readiness and continues its mission of defending Japan and protecting U.S. interests in the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Eyes on target

The view inside a M2A2 aiming scope at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. The image depicts the F-16 Fighting Falcon’s impact point when dropping inert munitions. This premier range allows military forces to safely employ inert munitions, enhancing the readiness of Misawa’s F-16 Fight Falcon pilots and other U.S. personnel to maintain the defense of Japan. Draughon Range provides realistic training for pilots by simulating enemy detection and attacks with threat emitters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Observing lethal capabilities

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr., left, the U.S. Forces Japan senior enlisted leader, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, right, the Fifth Air Force command chief, observe the range from a tower at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. Winegardner and Kruzelnick noted the capabilities of the range and the role it plays in the training of the suppression of enemy air defense mission to Misawa aviators, specifically. The SEAD mission requires a pilot’s ability to put bombs on target and defend against surface-to-air missiles to ensure the protection of U.S. assets and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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The last roll call

Misawa Air Base defenders stand in formation during the final guard mount ceremony at Misawa AB, Japan, May 15, 2020. This ceremony is held to honor the law enforcement personnel who died in the line of duty at home and abroad by calling out their names as the flight sergeant conducts roll call. Fallen Airmen included names such as Airman First Class Elizabeth Jacobson, who died while providing escort security for a convoy of service members in the Middle East during Operation Iraqi Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Final guard mount

Misawa Air Base defenders sit through roll call during the final guard mount ceremony at Misawa AB, Japan, May 15, 2020. The final guard mount is a ceremony that pays homage to fallen military police officers, honoring the past and present law enforcement. The 35th Security Forces members commemorated the efforts of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Silent march

Misawa Air Base defenders participate in the 2020 Police Week 5K ruck march at Misawa AB, Japan, May 11, 2020. Security forces are responsible for protecting the U.S. Air Force’s most valuable assets–the lives of their fellow Airmen, aircraft and installations around the world. Police Week pays special recognition to those who lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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A man’s best friend

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Thanh Nguyen, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, gives water to MWD, Laky, before the 2020 Police Week 5K ruck march at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 11, 2020. The 2020 Police Week consisted of events that reflect what police officers do every day and commemorated those who have fallen, which included a ruck march and a final guard mount. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Load the hub

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Derrick Redmer, a 35th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment technician, puts a hub on a piece of equipment after a wheel and bearing inspection at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 25, 2020. The AGE flight ensures all equipment meets the proper standards before the equipment is utilized on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Work in AGE

A 35th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment Airmen conducts maintenance on equipment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 25, 2020. The AGE flight is responsible for more than 500 pieces of equipment they must maintain and repair to ensure the F-16 Fighting Falcons are ready for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Wash the MULE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Valera Trofimovich, a 35th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment journeyman, washes a multifunction utility/logistics and equipment vehicle at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 25, 2020. From inspecting and troubleshooting to making hands-on repairs and maintaining proper standards, AGE personnel play an essential role in making sure the F-16 Fighting Falcons are ready for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Secure the munitions

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Travonne Lindsay, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons load crew chief, inspects an inert munition during the third quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. The competition assessed Airmen’s abilities to quickly and properly arm an F-16 Fighting Falcon with inert munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Time to put in the work

Airmen with the 13th and 14th Aircraft Maintenance Units inspect inert munitions during the third quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. Weapons technicians evaluate participants on various aspects of each unit's performance, to include safety, accuracy, tool accountability and dress and appearance. The competition tested Airmen's ability to quickly and precisely carry out the mission of power projection in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Who’s taking the trophy?

Attendees watch the 13th and 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit Airmen during the third quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. The event provided Airmen an opportunity to perform their munition loading skills to the best of their abilities for an audience while racing against the clock. Approximately 60 people attended, including friends, family, coworkers and wing leadership to cheer and encourage their Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Ready, set, load

Airmen with the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load munitions onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the third quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. Weapons load crew Airmen provide safe, reliable and effective aircraft and munitions to remain mission-capable and help deter our adversaries in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Quality over quantity

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 third quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. The truck transports, loads and unloads munitions and supplies, and is able to lift approximately 3,000 pounds. The MJ-1, also known as a “jammer”, has served as the standard U. S. Air Force bomb-loading vehicle since the 1950s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Red takes the win

Airmen with the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit pose for a photo with their leadership after winning the third quarter load crew competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 25, 2019. The 13th and 14th AMUs take part in this friendly competition to ensure readiness and proper-munitions handling while racing against the clock and opponents. 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 Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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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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