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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgts. Charlie Bolles, left, Steven Pedrick, center, and Zachary Latoski, Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team members, initiate a pre-flight check prior to take off at Paya Lebar Air Base, Feb. 3, 2018. To ensure the F-16 Fighting Falcon’s safe performance, the demo team executes pre-flight and post-flight inspections, checking for any mechanical errors. The demo team traveled to countries in the Indo-Pacific region, displaying the swift agility of the F-16 at 13 airshows in 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team crew chief, dons a PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team patch at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Feb. 3, 2018. Along with building partnerships, the 2018Singapore International Air Show provided an opportunity for the U.S. to demonstrate its combat capabilities to approximately 100,000 attendees. The U.S. Air Force also furthered military-to-military relationships by engaging with international leaders face-to-face during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Checked off the list

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Chojnacki, left, and Tech. Sgt. Laura Valentstein, both 176th Fighter Squadron F-110 jet engine mechanics, based out of Madison, Wisconsin, perform a final engine inspection at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. The 176th FS personnel worked approximately 4,000 hours in order to support their squadron deployed to Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, enabling a greater force of deterrence in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Technical Order

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Laura Valentstein, a 175th Fighter Squadron F-110 jet engine mechanic, based out of Madison, Wisconsin, reads a technical order at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. Valenstein is one of four Airmen from the 176th Fighter Squadron who is here supporting the 176th Fighter Squadron, repairing their F-110 jet engine models using Misawa AB’s centralized repair facility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Fidgeting with aircraft engines

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Adam Clements, a 176th Fighter Squadron F-110 jet engine mechanic, based out of Madison, Wisconsin, inserts a pin into an engine transfer at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 06, 2017. Under the Pacific Air Forces’ Theater Security Package, the 115th Fighter Wing deployed to Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, for three months and four of their Airmen traveled to Misawa AB to utilize the only centralized repair facility in the Pacific Air Forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Big jet check

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Chojnacki, left, and Tech. Sgt. Laura Valentstein, both 176th Fighter Ssquadron F-110 jet engine mechanics, based out of Madison, Wisconsin, perform a final engine inspection at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. The guardsmen deployed to Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, under the U.S. Air Force’s Theater Security Package, but traveled to Misawa AB to fix engines used by their unit, which is currently deployed to Kunsan AB, as well as engines belonging to Misawa, Osan and Kunsan Air Bases. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie)
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Blue goop

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Laura Valentstein, a 176th Fighter Squadron F-110 jet engine mechanic, based out of Madison, Wisconsin, dips a cotton swab into blue dye at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. After an F-16 Fighting Falcon engine is certified as fully-functional at Misawa AB’s centralized repair facility, the egine’s primary sections are marked with blue dye during the final inspection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marines begin refueling operations near Chitose Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. Misawa Air Base 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuel management flight provided fuel to various units who temporarily deployed to the base, enabling continuous presence in the Indo-Asia- Pacific region. The HMH-462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for training purposes. Exercise opportunities such as NV17 enhance the U.S. and Japan Alliance and increase its ability to maintain regional peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary Sasman, a Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 462 crew chief, looks out of a window to visually assist in landing a CH-53E Super Stallion near Chitose Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. The HMH-462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for training purposes. Misawa acts as a centralized hub if a contingency occurred in the Indo-Asia- Pacific region, enabling the wing to uphold its “fight tonight” posture and assist other units in the same. The exercise allowed the Allied forces to increase their combined arms proficiency in both ground and aviation capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

A U.S. Marine Corps pilot and crew chief, both with Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 462, talk as they transport personnel and supplies, near Chitose Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. Misawa AB has the ability to support and receive multiple units in order to quickly respond to contingency operations. The HMH- 462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for training purposes. The transport took place during Northern Viper 17, an exercise designed to enhance the collective defense capability of the U.S. and Japan security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Navy Lt. Jim Curty, a Marine Aircraft Group 36, Headquarters deputy group chaplain, waits to be called to a CH-53E Super Stallion at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. Curty visited a forward air refuel point as a wellness check for U.S. Marine Corps personnel working in the area in support of exercise Northern Viper 17. Misawa AB’s geographic location and flexibility allows the wing to keep its “fight tonight” stance, while aiding additional units to integrate and project power at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Garrett Mills, a Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 462 crew chief, speaks with another crew chief during a delivery operation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. Misawa AB supported more than 500 Marines who temporarily deployed to the base in order to train and reinforce their mission tactics for future tasks during Northern Viper 17. The HMH-462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for training purposes. NV17 exercised U.S. and Japan’s interoperability as a combined, joint defense force while reducing the overall burden on the people of Okinawa by relocating training to mainland Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Sara Crump, a CH-53E Super Stallion crew chief, performs a preflight check at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. The CH-53 is a heavy lift helicopter capable of lifting more than 22 tons. The CH-53s worked with Misawa AB to use Draughon Range for external lifting rehearsal, which is essential for expedited cargo and personnel transportation to carry out missions elsewhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Northern Viper tests Team Misawa’s power projection hub readiness

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Garrett Mills, a Heavy Marine Helicopter Squadron 462 crew chief, waits on a CH- 53E Super Stallion at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 16, 2017. The HMH-462, Marine Aircraft Group 36, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, is forward deployed under the unit deployment program with 1st MAW, based in Okinawa, Japan, for exercise purposes. If a contingency arises, Misawa AB would serve as central hub for units in the Indo-Asia- Pacific theater to relocate and receive support from the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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You got served

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tylacia Berard, a 35th Force Support Squadron food service journeyman, seasons chicken at the Grissom Dining Facility at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 15, 2017. Food service Airmen usually serve roughly 300 people per day. With the recent increase in personnel due to exercise Northern Viper 17, their numbers have shot up to nearly 800 daily. This means more food to whip up and serve at each meal. Misawa Airmen are currently exercising as a power projection hub with additional services being offered to accommodate more personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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Red Flag Alaska 17-2

A fleet of aircraft sit on the flight line during RED FLAG-Alaska 17-2 June 16, 2017, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. During RF-A, the 610th Air Control Flight out of Misawa Air Base, Japan, afforded aircraft extra eyes in the sky, ensuring pilots had 360 degrees of surveillance so they could tactfully execute the mission and bring the fight to the frontlines during the large force exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Haley D. Phillips)
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610th ACF Airmen control the skies

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Christopher McWhorter, a 610th Air Control Flight weapons director, walks down the hallway with an air controller headset during RED FLAG-Alaska, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 20, 2017. The headset provides controllers with zero noise pollution so they can clearly communicate to all players in the airspace. While in Misawa Air Base, Japan, controllers coordinate with Japan Air Self-Defense Force's 3rd Air Wing to work on interoperability which further strengthens their tactical fluidity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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610th ACF Airmen control the skies

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jaclyn Dzieciolowski, the 610 Air Control Flight operations training officer and senior director, directs aircraft during a RED FLAG-Alaska 17-2 mission, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 20, 2017. The shop supported the U.S. and its allies during the large-force exercise and provided battle management command and control to the coalition forces who participated. They worked together with pilots in order to provide tactical advantages in the playing field in order to further enhance the Air Force’s capabilities to dominate in air and cyberspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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ATR enhances interoperability between U.S., JASDF Airmen

Japanese Air Self Defense Force Warrant Officer Tadahiro Hashinoki (center) and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacob Larman (right) review Aviation Training Relocation flight schedules at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2014. As maintenance operations center controllers, Hashinoki and Larman dispatch resources from their respective Forces for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and tracks maintenance actions, sorties and incidents such as in-flight emergencies and injured personnel. Larman, who is assigned to the 35th Maintenance Group at Misawa Air Base, Japan, is at Komatsu with more than 120 other Airmen from Misawa, supporting ATR missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alyssa C. Wallace)
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13 FS returns to Misawa

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Eric Nolan, 13th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics technician, is welcomed home from a deployment by wife Heidi, and daughter Dakota, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 14, 2014. During the deployment, Nolan and more than 100 Airmen from the 13th Fighter Squadron and AMXS ensured the success of the U.S. Air Forces Central Command by standing ready, engaged and vigilant. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alyssa C. Wallace/Released)
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