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Step one, don the helmet

U.S. Air Force Capt. Dakota Newton, a 14th Fighter Squadron standards and evaluations liaison officer, prepares to don his helmet prior to take off to participate in a bilateral exercise at Misawa Air Force Base, Japan, April 19, 2017. The bi-annual exercise incorporates a multitude of aircraft from the U.S. Air Force and Japanese Air Forces into air-to-air combat and suppression of enemy forces scenarios. The 35th Fighter Wing operates a fleet of more than 40 combat-ready aircraft to perform air superiority functions at a moment’s notice in compliance with war time contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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The climb to victory

U.S. Air Force Capt. Dakota Newton, a 14th Fighter Squadron standards and evaluations liaison officer, climbs a ladder to the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon prior to the start of a bilateral exercise at Misawa Air Base, April 19, 2017. Exercises such as this enhance inoperability between the Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Forces and showcase the long standing military partnership and commitment between the two nations ensuring security and stability throughout the Indo Asia Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Airfield systems Airmen uphold Wild Weasel mission

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tristan Blake, a 35th Operations Support Squadron airfield systems technician, cleans a visibility sensor at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 28, 2017. The sensor provides visibility readings to assist in landing. Blake said the systems provide planes the ability to land, take-off and navigate the air space, all to accomplish the main goal of the Air Force—to fly, fight and win. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Airfield systems Airmen uphold Wild Weasel mission

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tristan Blake, a 35th Operations Support Squadron airfield systems technician, performs a check on an instrument landing system at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 28, 2017. The ILS provides horizontal and vertical guidance for pilots landing and taking off. Airfield systems technicians periodically perform preventative maintenance inspections on equipment to ensure serviceability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Airfield systems Airmen uphold Wild Weasel mission

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christopher Blackwell, a 35th Operations Support Squadron airfield systems technician, climbs an AN/FMQ 19 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2017. The AN/FMQ 19 is an integrated system of weather sensors that measure, collect and disseminate meteorological data to help pilots, weather personnel and air traffic controllers prepare and monitor weather forecasts. By Airfield systems Airmen enable, F-16 Fighting Falcons to contribute to Pacific Air Forces’ mission to deter aggression with allies and maintain peace and stability in the Indo-Asia- Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Airfield systems Airmen uphold Wild Weasel mission

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tristan Blake, a 35th Operations Support Squadron airfield systems technician, dials a spectrum analyzer at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2017. The spectrum analyzer ensures tactical air navigation system power stays on the correct frequency. The machine also displays various nearby frequencies for Airmen to monitor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Airfield systems Airmen uphold Wild Weasel mission

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tristan Blake, a 35th Operations Support Squadron airfield systems technician, opens a radio transmitter front adjustments panel at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2017. The panel provides power and frequency modification to the radio transmitters on the flight line. The airfield systems technicians use their capabilities to install and maintain radio frequency communications. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Airfield systems Airmen uphold Wild Weasel mission

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Operations Support Squadron airfield systems section, inspect a localizer antennae at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2017. The antennae transmit signals at different phases for correct modulation. The flight ensures serviceability of airfield systems, which give a multitude of accurate readings to pilots, weather personnel and air traffic controllers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Airfield systems Airmen uphold Wild Weasel mission

Desiccant containers sit attached to an AN/FMQ 19 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2017. The desiccant material absorbs moisture in the air for reading atmospheric pressure, which affects the information displayed to pilots and their instruments. With information received from the AN/FMQ 19s in conjunction with navigational aids, pilots, weather flights and air traffic controllers can safely land F-16 Fighting Falcons during zero-visibility weather. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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F-16 Demo Team showcases PACAF power projection

Onlookers welcome Maj. Richard Smeeding after his aerial demonstration at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea, New Zealand, Feb. 26, 2017. The Air Tattoo is held once every five years. The 2017 show celebrates 80 years of the RNZAF. Partner nations practice interoperability by bringing together 13 international aircraft from eight different countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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F-16 Demo Team showcases PACAF power projection

Maj. Richard Smeeding, a F-16 Fighting Falcon demo pilot, performs tactical maneuvers to showcase the F-16's capabilities at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea, New Zealand, Feb. 26, 2017. During the air shows, Smeeding reaches speeds at or greater than 700 mph, while maintaining control of his aircraft. He is one of only two demo pilots in the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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F-16 Demo Team showcases PACAF power projection

A Misawa Airman approaches as crew chiefs perform a ground show after Maj. Richard Smeeding's air demonstration at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea, New Zealand, Feb. 24, 2017. Smeeding is the demo team pilot who performed two shows during the RNZAF's 2017 Air Tattoo. The F-16 was one of 64 aircraft exhibited during the show and one of 50 to offer an air display. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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F-16 Demo Team Showcases PACAF Power Projection

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ty Watkins, an electrical and environmental craftsman with the 35th Maintenance Squadron, changes a water coalescer at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea, New Zealand, Feb. 25, 2017. Water coalescers prevent water and oil from going through the environmental system so they don’t reach the turbine. This stops smoke and fumes from entering the cockpit. Watkins is one of 11 maintainers traveling with the F-16 Fighting Falcon demonstration team throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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F-16 Demo Team Showcases PACAF Power Projection

Wild Weasel F-16 Fighting Falcons sit side-by-side at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea, New Zealand, Feb. 24, 2017. Maj. Richard Smeeding, F-16 demo pilot with the Pacific Air Forces demonstration team, and Capt. Mike Dreher, F-16 demo safety observer with the Pacific Air Forces' demonstration team, were the first to arrive, ahead of more than 20 more crew members traveling with them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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F-16 Demo Team Showcases PACAF Power Projection

A Wild Weasel F-16 Fighting Falcon sits on the tarmac shortly after arriving at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea, New Zealand, Feb. 24, 2017. The Pacific Air Forces demonstration team showcases a positive, professional image of the United States Air Force to the people of the Western Pacific, making personal contact with host nation people on and off the flightline while showing support for the host government through the United States' presence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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F-16 Demo Team Showcases PACAF Power Projection

U.S. Air Force Capt. Mike Dreher, safety observer with the Pacific Air Forces demo team, taxis his aircraft after landing at Royal New Zealand Air Force Base Ohakea, New Zealand, Feb. 24, 2017. Misawa's F-16 Fighting Falcon demonstration team participated in the 2017 Air Tattoo held once every five years alongside members from the Royal Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, Republic of Singapore Air Force and Royal New Zealand Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jarrod Vickers)
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A window view

U.S. Air Force pilots assigned to the 13th and 14th Fighter Squadrons conduct air-to-air refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 134th Air Refueling Wing, Tennessee Air National Guard, over Northern Japan, Jan. 18, 2017. Pilots must maintain tanker qualification every six months to stay proficient and capable for training and combat scenarios. Since refueling training missions are very complex, they are vital for younger pilots to develop good skills and habit patterns that will help them in the future. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Refueling 35th FW Falcons

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Eric Jones, boom operator assigned to the 134th Air Refueling Wing, Tennessee Air National Guard, refuels 13th and 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon’s over Northern Japan, Jan. 18, 2017. Boom operators refuel various types of aircraft in midair, extending the amount of time spent on training or combat missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Refueling along the clouds

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots with the 13th and 14th Fighter Squadrons conduct air-to-air refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 134th Air Refueling Wing, Tennessee Air National Guard, over Northern Japan, Jan. 18, 2017. Pilots must maintain tanker qualification every six months to stay proficient and capable. Midair refueling also extends a pilots warfare capabilities by almost two hours, potentially saving more lives during combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Soaring Falcons

U.S. Air Force pilots with the 13th and 14th Fighter Squadrons fly alongside a KC-135 Stratotanker, assigned to the 134th Air Refueling Wing, Tennessee Air National Guard, over Northern Japan, Jan. 18, 2017. Pilots must maintain tanker qualification every six months to stay proficient and capable for training and combat scenarios. If pilots are not proficient in tanking, it could cause them to land in obscure or enemy territory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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