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Fun nights in Yamada

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members with the 37th Surveillance Squadron and a U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Hannah Tatum, a 35th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmissions systems technician, pause for a photo during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. During the exchange, personnel worked together and fellowshipped with one another to deepen bonds and enhance mission execution through getting to know each other both inside and outside of a work environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Language book learning

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Senior Airman Shimizu, left, a 37th Surveillance Squadron radar maintenance technician, looks at a Japanese phrase book with U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Hannah Tatum’s, a 35th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission systems technician, during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. U.S. Air Force members from various career fields stayed with their JASDF counterparts to better integrate with each other. Participants obtained a deeper understanding of cultural differences and learned to perform tasks together, ensuring fluid mission execution in the future. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Photojournalist

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, speaks with a Japan Air Self-Defense Force 37th Surveillance Squadron member during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. Alsvig fellowshipped with the 37th SS’s leadership and familiarized himself with their mission, strengthening U.S. and Japanese bonds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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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 an homage to Edlridge, 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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Late night chats

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Jessica Dacpano, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, talks to an Airman during night shift 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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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 aircrafts and ground equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Laughter between strangers

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mario Perez, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team avionics technician, and an attendee of the Hofu Air Show laugh after taking a photo together at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. Interacting with the community is one aspect of the team's overall mission, the other being a display of the F-16's air power. In conjunction with the show schedule, team members also support of the 35th Fighter Wing's mission on a day-to-day basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Preparing to return home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, uses hand signals to communicate with Capt. Phil Bourquin, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, prior to takeoff from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, June 4, 2018. The team's purpose is to strengthen the U.S. relationship with countries in the Indo-Pacific region through demonstrations and interactions with airshow guests. The PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team's next performance is in Anchorage, Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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My right your left

Members of the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team, conduct a ground performance prior to takeoff for the Hofu Air Show practice at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, June 1, 2018. Due to the runway being too short for the F-16 Fighting Falcon to takeoff and land, the show was staged, meaning the jet launched from a different location than where the air show took place. The team includes one pilot, two narrators, one safety observer, a superintendent and a maintenance team composed of three crew chiefs and four specialists, responsible for the aircraft's avionics and electrical systems and engine. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Hello down there

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, waves to the crowd during the Hofu Air Show at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. Impellizzeri performed 14 maneuvers during the 15-minute display of the F-16's capabilities. These demonstrations allow the team to showcase the jet’s capabilities and engage local communities throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Starstruck

Capt. Phil Bourquin, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team safety observer, prepares to sign a child’s hat during the Hofu Air Show at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. For some of the air show attendees, this was their first interaction with Americans. One of the PACAF F-16 Demo Team's priorities is to make personal contact with local nationals on and off the flight line, establishing positive relationships throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Yum, yummy and yum

Peppermint pretzel snacks sit in a tray at Hirosaki, Japan, Dec. 9, 2017. The 35th Operations Group raised approximately $3,750 in order to provide food, a bouncy castle and gifts from Santa during their Hirosaki Ai-Sei-En Orphanage visit, letting the children know they are loved and cared for by people outside of their community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Santa's helpers

Team Misawa members play with orphans at Hirosaki, Japan, Dec. 9, 2017. During the event, personnel dressed up as Santa’s elves and reindeer to spread holiday cheer and take photos with the orphans. (U.S. Air Force photo Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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And one for you

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kevin Cole, a 35th Operations Support Squadron targeteer, offers a gift to a child at Hirosaki, Japan, Dec. 9, 2017. Approximately 70 Team Misawa personnel traveled two hours to Hirosaki, Japan, providing children an opportunity to interact with American kids, building bonds between the U.S. and its host neighbor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Chips and sandwich, yum

Volunteers setup lunch at Hirosaki Ai-Sei-En Orphanager, Japan, Dec. 9, 2017. Team Misawa often holds events with the community to support their host nation counterparts, by volunteering with orphanages, schools and elderly homes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Innocent blue

Suree Kotecki, daughter of U.S. Air Force Capt. Steven Kotecki, the 35th Operations Support Squadron chief of analysis, walks toward a bus on its way to Hirosaki Ai-Sei-En Orphanage, in Hirosaki, Japan, Dec. 9, 2017. The orphanage encouraged volunteers to bring as many of their children as possible to give the children an opportunity to play with their own small-sized American counterparts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Ho, ho, ho in the building we go

Team Misawa volunteers bring in gifts and games into the Hirosaki Ai-Sei-En Orphanage at Hirosaki, Japan, Dec. 9, 2017. The 35th Operations Group coordinates annually with the orphanage to provide food, games, presents and holiday cheer to the children. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Journey to Hirosaki

Approximately 70 Team Misawa members traveled 2 hours from Misawa Air Base, Japan, to Hirosaki, Japan, to bring holiday cheer to 38 Japanese orphans. During the visit, members dressed as Santa, Mrs. Clause and their elves and reindeer, delivering gifts from the children’s wish list in order to remind them people think, care and love them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Views from the tower

Spectators prepare to observe a demonstration by six F-16 Fighting Falcons pilots during the annual Range Day event at Draughon Range in Misawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2017. The event allowed families to see the 35th Fighter Wing and mission up-close through flight exhibitions and demonstrations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Pure excitement

Logan, daughter of Lt. Col. Matthew Kenkel, 14th Fighter Squadron commander, reacts to seeing her dad fly over during Range Day at Draughon Range in Misawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2017. Through an F-16 demonstration team performance, an equipment demonstration by the fire station, explosive ordnance disposal team and more, Range Day allowed family members what their loved ones do everyday (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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