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Misawa City Mayor Experiences a Day in the Life of 35th Fighter Wing Commander

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon with Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Mr. Yoshinori Kohiyama, Misawa City mayor on board, taxis parallel to a U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2024. This coincidental moment highlighted the diverse array of aircraft operating at Misawa. Although the P-8 Poseidon was not part of the 'Wing Commander for a Day' program, its presence showcases the collaborative environment and joint capabilities that are integral to the base's mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)
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Misawa City Mayor Experiences a Day in the Life of 35th Fighter Wing Commander

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jayrekallen Pace, 13th Fighter Generation Squadron, crew chief, marshals Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Mr. Yoshinori Kohiyama, Misawa City mayor, in an F-16 Fighting Falcon before a high-speed taxi at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2024. The coordination and teamwork between Pace and the pilot ensured a smooth and safe operation. This demonstration was part of the 'Wing Commander for a Day' program, which aims to strengthen ties with local community leaders and provide them with an immersive experience of the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission and operational capabilities (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)
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Misawa City Mayor Experiences a Day in the Life of 35th Fighter Wing Commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Mr. Yoshinori Kohiyama, Misawa City mayor, pose together before a high-speed taxi at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2024. The event showcased the coordination and precision involved in flight operations. This visit was part of the 'Wing Commander for a Day' program, designed to enhance community relations and provide local leaders with a firsthand experience of the 35th Fighter Wing's capabilities and contributions to regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)
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Misawa City Mayor Experiences a Day in the Life of 35th Fighter Wing Commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander, shows the functions of a flight helmet to Mr. Yoshinori Kohiyama, Misawa City mayor, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 17, 2024. During the demonstration, Richard highlighted the advanced technology and safety features integrated into the helmet, emphasizing their importance for pilot performance and protection. This visit was part of the 'Wing Commander for a Day' program, aimed at strengthening community relations and fostering a deeper understanding of the 35th Fighter Wing's mission and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kristen Heller)
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240501-F-YW474-1167

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, signals to an F-16 crew chief and weapons load crew members, assigned to the 13th and 14th Fighter Generation Squadrons, prior to take off during a Joint Forcible Entry (JFE) exercise, May 1, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Regional security JFE exercises allows the U.S. forces (U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marines) to operate in tandem, improving preparedness for large-scale contingency operations while increasing combat effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240501-F-YW474-1137

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tristian Hansen, 13th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, marshals 13th and 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcons during a Joint Forcible Entry (JFE) exercise, May 1, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The JFE exercise enhances regional security by bolstering the Department of Defense's capacity for multi-domain operations across air, land, thereby enabling the establishment of infrastructure for subsequent forces and logistics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240501-F-YW474-1104

U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18C Hornets assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 232, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar, Calif., and Marine All Weather Fighter Attack Squadron 224, MCAS Beaufort, N.C., prepare for takeoff during a Joint Forcible Entry (JFE) exercise, May 1, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Regional security JFE exercises allows the U.S. forces (U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marines) to operate in tandem, improving preparedness for large-scale contingency operations while increasing combat effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240501-F-YW474-1006

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons, assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, taxi on the flightline during a Joint Forcible Entry (JFE) exercise, May 1, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The JFE exercise enhances regional security by bolstering the Department of Defense's capacity for multi-domain operations across air, land, thereby enabling the establishment of infrastructure for subsequent forces and logistics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240501-F-TG061-1122

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler pilot and an EA-18G electronic warfare officer, assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron 138, Electronic Attack Wing Pacific, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash., taxi on the flightline during a Joint Forcible Entry (JFE) exercise, May 1, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. During the exercise, the U.S. Forces (U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marines) demonstrated the U.S. Indo Pacific Command’s ability to integrate global assets for operations supporting U.S. and allied interests throughout the Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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240501-F-TG061-1016

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler pilot and an EA-18G electronic warfare officer, assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron 138, Electronic Attack Wing Pacific, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Wash., takes off during a Joint Forcible Entry (JFE) exercise, May 1, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Regional security JFE exercises allows the U.S. forces (U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Marines) to operate in tandem, improving preparedness for large-scale contingency operations while increasing combat effectiveness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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240501-F-NU460-1057

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 13th Fighter Squadron takes off during a Joint Forcible Entry (JFE) exercise, May 1, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The JFE exercise increases interoperability, information-sharing, and access with U.S. Forces (U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines), to enhance their capabilities and improve their coordination for competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Gustavo Medina)
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240501-F-NU460-1055

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 14th Fighter Squadron takes off during a Joint Forcible Entry (JFE) exercise, May 1, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The JFE exercise enhances regional security by bolstering the Department of Defense's capacity for multi-domain operations across air, land, thereby enabling the establishment of infrastructure for subsequent forces and logistics. The JFE exercise increases interoperability, information-sharing, and access with U.S. Forces (U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marines), to enhance their capabilities and improve their coordination for competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Gustavo Medina)
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Finance Award Winner Leads by Example

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jackie Summers, 35th Comptroller Squadron senior enlisted leader, poses at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 13, 2023. Summers earned the Pacific Air Forces Financial Management Chief Master Sgt. Larry P. Gonzales Superintendent of the Year Award for his outstanding work this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Finance Award Winner Leads by Example

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jackie Summers, 35th Comptroller Squadron senior enlisted leader, poses at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 13, 2023. Summers earned the Pacific Air Forces Financial Management Chief Master Sgt. Larry P. Gonzales Superintendent of the Year Award for his outstanding work this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Tate, 14th Fighter Squadron fighter pilot, runs through starting procedures of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a PAC WEASEL Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. The PAC WEASEL Exercise series supports the U.S. commitment to defend a free and open Indo-Pacific region by enhancing the readiness and tactical capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japan Air Self-Defense Forces (JASDF). (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

A U.S. Air Force pilot taxis an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a PAC WEASEL Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. This exercise is a quarterly recurring air combat exercise allowing joint and bilateral partners to discover innovative solutions for any mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

An F-16 Fighting Falcon idles during a PAC Weasel Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. Scenarios were cultivated during the exercise in which hosted participants conducted mission planning and executed the simulated fight the following day over the course of two continuous hours, employing simulated munitions on moving targets found by a full team of real-world dynamic assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Donovan Wallace, 13th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, prepares an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a PAC WEASEL Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. The exercise aimed to foster cooperation and coordination among units in the Indo-Pacific region, enhancing their collective ability to respond effectively to potential threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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Why We do It: Misawa Air Base First Responders

First responder Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing come together to share why they dedicate themselves to the first responder mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov 22, 2023. A first responder is a person whose job entails being the first on the scene of an emergency, such as a firefighter or police officer. The job can require an abundance of personal sacrifices to keep the local community safe. (U.S. Air Force photo illustrations by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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Norio’s Story: A Japanese American Korean War Veteran

Norio Uyematsu and Congressman Lou Correa pose for a photo in Orange County Californina, in Aug. 2022. Congressman Lou Correa recognized Uyematsu for his service as a Japanese-American Korean War veteran. (DoD photo by Patti Hirahara)
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