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Sitting in a bird

U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher Struve, right, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, left, the 35th FW command chief, sit in an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 28, 2018. Struve, a seasoned F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot with more than 2,500 flying hours, gave Alsvig a familiarization flight, allowing him to see first hand what pilots endure during a routine flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. B.A. Chase)

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Sitting still

A helmet bag belonging to U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher Struve, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, lays on the ground at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 28, 2018. "Torch" is Struve's callsign, which is a specalized form of nickname that is used as a substitue for the aviators given name. He gave U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, the 35th FW command chief, a familiarization flight allowing him to see the ins and outs of the functions of the F-16 Fighting Falcon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. B.A. Chase)

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Taking a ride

U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher Struve, left, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, right, the 35th FW command chief, ride in a truck out to an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 28, 2018. Struve, a seasoned F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot with more than 2,500 flying hours, gave Alsvig a familiarization flight. Both Struve and Alsvig have been stationed at Misawa AB three times over their careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. B.A. Chase)

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Walking past the panther

U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher Struve, right, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, left, the 35th FW command chief, walk out of the 13th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 28, 2018. Struve, a seasoned F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot with more than 2,500 flying hours, gave Alsvig a familiarization flight, allowing him to see first hand what pilots endure during a routine flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. B.A. Chase)

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Man-made beauty amoung natural beauty

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 7, 2018. The ATR allowed Airmen to practice deployed contingency operations and execute bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Up, up and away

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. Airmen practiced deployed contingency operations and executed bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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WOOD!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Casey Habluetzel, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, holds up the Samurai’s ‘wood’ hand gesture while taxiing to the runway during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. The ATR allowed Airmen to practice deployed contingency operations and execute bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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The walk around

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gerardo Feliciano, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, talks to Capt. Casey Habluetzel, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. U.S. Air Force personnel worked side-by-side with Japan Air Self-Defense Force personnel, and flew 36 sorties, 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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Ray of sunshine

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nicholas Helmer, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, dons gloves prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. Airmen practiced deployed contingency operations and executed bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Fuel time

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Josiah Baychu, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, connects a fuel hose to an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. More than 80 Airmen from Misawa Air Base forward-deployed with six F-16 Fighting Falcons to Tsuiki AB Nov. 5 to 8. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Pulling the fuel hose

A Japan Self-Defense Force Airman pulls a fuel hose during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. Eighty-five Misawa Air Base personnel and six F-16 Fighting Falcons participated in a week-long bilateral exercise with F-2 pilots. The purpose of the ATR was to continue growing the strong partnership between the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Cockpit inspection

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Justin Ezell, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, inspects the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon prior to take off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. The week-long bilateral exchange helped to grow the strong partnership between the U.S. and Japan even further. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Here you go Sir!

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joseph Swinson, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, hands Staff Sgt. Justin Ezell, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, a binder prior to takeoff during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. U.S. Air Force personnel worked side-by-side with Japan Air Self-Defense Force personnel during the relocation and flew 36 sorties, allowing both parties to interact and see how their similar mission sets get accomplished. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Two nations working as one

U.S. Air Force and Japan Self-Defense Force Airmen unload cargo during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. The ATR exercise enhanced operational readiness and bilateral interoperability between U.S. and Japanese forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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Night prep

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing from Misawa Air Base, Japan, move light carts to the flightline at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2018. Approximately 85 Airmen and six F-16 Fighting Falcons flew to Tsuiki to participate in an aviation training relocation with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)

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And we're done

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ty Gonzalez, a 35th Force Support Squadron food specialist, pauses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2018. After gaining weight, Gonzalez decided it was time to change his lifestyle. His new routine consists of running, going to the gym more than twice a week, lifting weights, doing sets of various exercises and cutting back food portions. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)

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1 2 3… 1 sir

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class William Mowery, left, a 35th Force Support Squadron fitness specialist, and Airman 1st Class Ty Gonzalez, right, a 35th FSS food specialist, perform pushups during a workout session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2018. Mowery trained Gonzalez to achieve his fitness goals. With the help of his coworker, Gonzalez feels a difference in his overall health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)

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My trainer and I

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class William Mowery, left, a 35th Force Support Squadron fitness specialist, and Airman 1st Class Ty Gonzalez, right, a 35th FSS food specialist, pause for a photo during a workout session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2018. Mowery trained Gonzalez to achieve his fitness goals. With the help of his coworker, Gonzalez felt a difference in his overall health. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)

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Don’t give up

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class William Mowery, left, a 35th Force Support Squadron fitness specialist, and Airman 1st Class Ty Gonzalez, right, a 35th FSS food specialist, sprint during a workout session at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2018. After gaining 50 lbs. over a short period of time, Gonzalez decided it was time to change his lifestyle. Running is one method he uses to keep his weight in check.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)

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Almost there

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Ty Gonzalez, a 35th Force Support Squadron food specialist, runs at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2018. After gaining 50 lbs. over a short period, Gonzalez decided it was time to change his lifestyle. Running is one method Gonzalez uses to keep his weight in check. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Xiomara M. Martinez)

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