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Focused on the task at hand

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Aaron Yogi, a 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit load crew member, performs a mechanical inspection with a pin during the third quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 9, 2018. This crucial step ensures loaded munitions are properly secured onto the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Weapons ready to load

Armaments sit on a stationary platform during the third quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 9, 2018. During the competition Airmen raced against the clock to see which team could accurately and efficiently load munitions onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Go left, now right

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kathrine Ancheta, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, taxis an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the crew chief for a day shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 6, 2018. During the program, crew chiefs showed other Airmen what a workday on the flight line consists of. Tasks ranged from prepping for the day's flying followed by ensuring jets are ready for launch and recovering the plane after a sortie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Now we wait

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Erica Santo Domingo, left, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron installation deployment readiness cell, war reserve material officer, Airman 1st Class Kathrine Ancheta, center, and Airman 1st Class David Chairez, right, both 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs perform an inspection while an F-16 Fighting Falcon engine runs during the crew chief for a day shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 6, 2018. During the program, crew chiefs showed other Airmen what a workday on the flight line consists of. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Walk around inspection

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kathrine Ancheta, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, performs a walk around inspection during the crew chief for a day shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 6, 2018. This check is required before the first flight of the day to ensure all the major areas of the jet functions work. During the program, crew chiefs showed other Airmen what a workday on the flight line consists of. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Everything good?

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kathrine Ancheta, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, talks to a pilot through a muzzle microphone during the crew chief for a day shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 6, 2018. Communication between a crew chief and pilot is vital for ensuring safety. During the program, crew chiefs showed other Airmen what a workday on the flight line consists of. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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This is different

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Erica Santo Domingo, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron installation deployment readiness cell, war reserve material officer, uses headset equipment for the first time during the crew chief for a day shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 6, 2018. Communication between a crew chief and pilot is vital for ensuring safety. During the program, tasks ranged from prepping for the day's flying followed by ensuring jets are ready for launch and recovering the plane after a sortie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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All laughs

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Erica Santo Domingo, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron installation deployment readiness cell, war reserve material officer, laughs in excitement during the crew chief for a day shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 6, 2018. The participants were chosen based upon their assigned 35th LRS jobs, in relation to flying operations. Tasks ranged from prepping for flights and ensuring jets are ready for launch and recovering the plane after a sortie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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On my way

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Colin Wagner, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, smiles on the way to the flight line during the crew chief for a day shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 6, 2018. During the program, crew chiefs showed Airmen what a workday on the flight line consists of. Tasks ranged from prepping for flights and ensuring jets are ready for launch and recovering the plane after a sortie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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New experience

U.S. Air Force Capt. Gabriel Byrd, left, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, briefs 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Airmen, right, who participated in the crew chief for a day shadow program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 6, 2018. The program allows non-maintenance personnel on the flight line to understand and get first-hand experience on what maintainers encounter during their duties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Talk on the walk

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Jessica Dacpano, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, talks into a hand-held transceiver at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 11, 2018. The device is used to communicate with other personnel in different areas with information such as details of a jet's readiness status. One of the duties as a maintenance officer is to formulate maintenance plans meeting the flight schedule and conduct inspections on the flightline to ensure the mission can be executed in a safe and timely manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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CP!

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Jessica Dacpano, left, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, and Staff Sgt. Kevin Golden, right, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance dedicated crew chief, pose for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 11, 2018. The panther’s paw hand sign is a homage to Eldridge, the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron’s pet panther in Vietnam. Eldridge later became the official mascot of the 13th Fighter Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Exchanging words

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, left, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, and 1st Lt. Jessica Dacpano, right, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, greet each other at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 11, 2018. Dacpano enjoys talking with Airmen and checking up on them. For her, being around maintainers is always a humbling experience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Plane mode

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Jessica Dacpano, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, poses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 11, 2018. Aircraft maintenance officers are responsible for the repair of disabled aircraft and ground equipment. As a child, Dacpano knew she wanted to be in the military, coming from a long blue line of family members who also served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Standing on the jet

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Jessica Dacpano, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, poses for a photo on an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 11, 2018. AMU officers do more than just directing essential maintenance operations; they implement crucial aircraft inspections and deliver combat support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Bilateral air superiority

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon and two Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2s fly in formation during an aviation training relocation over Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2017. The week long bilateral exchange expounded on the already strong, partnership between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Flight planning with JASDF

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nicolas De Wulf, the 13th Fighter Squadron readiness flight commander, discusses flight patterns with Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2 pilots during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 5, 2017. Six F-16s and more than 300 personnel flew from Misawa Air Base to participate in a week long bilateral exercise with F-2 pilots. The purpose of the ATR on is to continue to expound on the already strong, partnership between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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ATR pre-brief

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Wesley Hales, the 13th Fighter Squadron director of operations, provides opening remarks for the aviation training exercise at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Sept 30, 2017. With a total of 28 sorties flown, U.S. Air Force personnel worked side-by-side with Japan Air Self-Defense Force, allowing both parties to interact and see how their similar mission sets are accomplished. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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CP leads the way

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon and two Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-2s fly in formation during an aviation training relocation over Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 3, 2017. Throughout the duration of the exercise, both teams of pilots conducted 27 sorties focusing on specialized training consisting of bilateral basic fighting maneuvers, air combat maneuvers, defensive counter air and suppression of enemy air defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Flying with our colors

U.S. Air Force Capt. Daniel Brom, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, taxis upon arrival at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, during a week long bilateral aviation training relocation, Sept. 30, 2017. The ATR program is designed to increase operational readiness and interoperability between U.S. and Japan forces, while reducing the impact of training on local communities surrounding Misawa. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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