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Let the refueling commence

A U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II refuels an F-16 Fighting Falcon with its engines on during a forward area refueling point training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. Without FARP capabilities, U.S. Air Force aircraft are limited to air-to-air refueling and permanently-installed bases for their refueling needs. However, when a fighter squadron has FARP support, options are vastly increased, as any accessible airfield or island can be used to replenish fighters and send them back to the fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Pulling the fuel hose to the F-16

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Guerrero, an 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member from Kadena Air Base, Japan, runs the fuel hose to the F-16 Fighting Falcon during a FARP training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. FARP, a specialty within the petroleum, oils and lubrication career field, trains Airmen to effectively refuel aircraft in remote locations when air-to-air refueling is not possible or when fueling stations are not accessible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Waiting to refuel

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Trey Branch, an 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member, waits to refuel an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a FARP training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. Members of the 18th LRS and 1st Special Operations Squadron validated their FARP training and certified five crewmembers on the procedures, while Misawa Airmen observed the refueling capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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FARP setup

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron and 1st Special Operations Squadron from Kadena Air Base, Japan, prepare for a forward area refueling point training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. Members of the 18th LRS and 1st SOS validated their FARP training and certified five crewmembers on the procedures, while Misawa Airmen observed the refueling capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Training with a smile

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Guerrero, an 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member from Kadena Air Base, Japan, carries a section of a fuel hose to a MC-130J Commando II during a FARP training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. FARP entails the rapid transfer of fuel from one aircraft to another. On this occasion, an MC-130J Commando II and four F-16 Fighting Falcons completed the procedure with all engines running. This capability makes it possible for fighter aircraft to land, replenish fuel and return to air-battle operations within a short timeframe in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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A whole lotta hose

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Guerrero, an 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member from Kadena Air Base Japan, carries a section of the fuel hose to a MC-130J Commando II during a forward area refueling point training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. FARP, a specialty within the petroleum, oils and lubrication career field, trains Airmen to effectively refuel aircraft in remote locations when air-to-air refueling is not possible or when fueling stations are not accessible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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200615-F-EN010-0101

A U.S. Air Force joint terminal attack controller assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron fills in information for a 9-line at Draughon Range, near Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2020. A 9-line is a standardized format in which a JTAC gives targeting information to aircraft pilots. Brandt and other JTACS from the 320th STS came to Draughon Range to maintain their currency as combat controllers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)
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200615-F-EN010-0126

A U.S. Air Force joint terminal attack controller assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron watches an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 13th Fighter Squadron fly over a target at Draughon Range, near Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2020. The JTACs and the F-16 pilots teamed up to conduct close air support training to maintain their proficiency. Due to safety precautions taken in response to the coronavirus, many training opportunities have been postponed or cancelled. Fortunately, Misawa Air Base has Draughon Range to conduct some of the missed training and allowed the JTACs to come from Kadena Air Base to maintain their currency on fixed-wing CAS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)
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200615-F-EN010-0065

U.S. Air Force joint terminal attack controllers assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron look out over the terrain during a close air support training event at Draughon Range, near Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2020. Defined as air action by fixed- and rotary-winged aircraft against hostile targets that are in close proximity to friendly ground forces, CAS requires coordination between ground forces and aircraft, which can be guided onto target by JTACs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)
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200615-F-EN010-0047

A U.S. Air Force joint terminal attack controller, left, fills in information for a 9-line while another JTAC, both assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron, evaluates him at Draughon Range, near Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2020. A 9-line is a standardized format in which a JTAC gives targeting information to aircraft pilots. Brandt and other JTACS from the 320th STS came to Draughon Range to maintain their currency as combat controllers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)
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Chalking it up

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Neallani Ramez, 35th Medical Operations Squadron allergy and immunization clinic NCO in charge, draws a chalk line on the concrete during a Multi-Capable Airmen event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 12, 2020. The MCAs completed airfield inspections and four expedient spall repairs on the flightline. These training events are a unique opportunity for Airmen to train outside their primary career field and as part of a cross-functional team supporting aircraft recovery, refueling, reloading, and launching operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Fixing the flightline

U.S. Air Force Airmen observe a demonstration on how to execute a spall repair during a Multi-Capable Airmen training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 12, 2020. The MCAs completed airfield inspections and four expedient spall repairs on the flightline. The event further trained MCAs in support of the Agile Combat Employment concept. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Just add water

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing mix concrete during a Multi-Capable Airmen training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 12, 2020. The MCAs completed airfield inspections and four expedient spall repairs on the flightline. The training events are a unique opportunity for Airmen to train outside their primary career field and as part of a cross-functional team supporting aircraft recovery, refueling, reloading, and launching operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Flying concrete

A U.S. Air Force Airman uses a jackhammer during a Multi-Capable Airmen training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 12, 2020. Twenty-four Airmen from nine different squadrons participated in the MCA event in support of the Agile Combat Employment concept. These training events promote cohesiveness and teamwork across the 35th Fighter Wing with the benefit of learning different skillsets outside of Airmen’s primary duties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Ready to cut

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Neallani Ramez, 35th Medical Operations Squadron allergy and immunization clinic NCO in charge, operates a concrete saw during a Multi-Capable Airmen event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 12, 2020. MCA events train Airmen to support the Agile Combat Employment concept and promote cohesiveness and teamwork across the 35th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Time to level it

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Neallani Ramez, 35th Medical Operations Squadron allergy and immunization clinic NCO in charge, levels out concrete during a Multi-Capable Airmen training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 12, 2020. The MCAs completed airfield inspections and four expedient spall repairs on the flightline. The event further trained MCAs in support of the Agile Combat Employment concept. These events also provide a unique opportunity for Airmen to train outside their primary career field and as part of a cross-functional team supporting aircraft recovery, refueling, reloading, and launching operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Precision is key

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Neallani Ramez, 35th Medical Operations Squadron allergy and immunization clinic NCO in charge, draws a line below the area of degraded concrete during a Multi-Capable Airmen event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 12, 2020. The event further trained MCAs in support of the Agile Combat Employment concept. The MCAs completed airfield inspections and four expedient spall repairs on the flightline. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Elephant Walk From the Sky

Twelve U.S. Air Force F-16CM Fighting Falcons, 12 Koku-Jieitai F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters, two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers, a USN C-12 Huron, two USAF MC-130J Commando II aircraft, and a USN P-8 Poseidon participate in an “Elephant Walk” at Misawa Air Base, June 22, 2020. The Elephant Walk showcased Misawa Air Base’s collective readiness and ability to generate combat airpower at a moment's notice to ensure regional stability throughout the Indo-Pacific. This was Misawa Air Base’s first time hosting a bilateral and joint Elephant Walk (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt Melanie Bulow-Gonterman).
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Elephant Walk 2020

Twelve U.S. Air Force F-16CM Fighting Falcons, 12 Koku-Jieitai F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters, two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers, a USN C-12 Huron, two USAF MC-130J Commando II aircraft, and a USN P-8 Poseidon participate in an “Elephant Walk” at Misawa Air Base, June 22, 2020. The Elephant Walk showcased Misawa Air Base’s collective readiness and ability to generate combat airpower at a moment's notice to ensure regional stability throughout the Indo-Pacific. This is Misawa Air Base’s first time hosting a bilateral and joint Elephant Walk.
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Lining Up

Twelve U.S. Air Force F-16CM Fighting Falcons, 12 Koku-Jieitai F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters, two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers, a USN C-12 Huron, two USAF MC-130J Commando II aircraft, and a USN P-8 Poseidon participate in an “Elephant Walk” at Misawa Air Base, June 22, 2020. The Elephant Walk showcased Misawa Air Base’s collective readiness and ability to generate combat airpower at a moment's notice to ensure regional stability throughout the Indo-Pacific. This was Misawa Air Base’s first time hosting a bilateral and joint Elephant Walk.
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