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Defying Superstition: The 13th Fighter Squadron's Legacy of Excellence

A photo of “Panther Pack” members awarding their mascot, Eldridge, with a plaque is held in the 13th Fighter Squadron heritage book at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2023. Eldridge was a black Asian leopard that was adopted by members of the 13th FS. However, after growing too large for the base, he was eventually rehomed to a U.S. zoo. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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Defying Superstition: The 13th Fighter Squadron's Legacy of Excellence

A photo shows a member of “Panther Pack” carrying Eldrige, the squadron’s mascot, in the 13th Fighter Squadron heritage book at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2023. The squadron took care of Eldridge while at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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Defying Superstition: The 13th Fighter Squadron's Legacy of Excellence

A portrait of Eldrige, the “Panther Pack” mascot, sits at the 13th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2023. The squadron had Eldrige for a few years until he was sent to a U.S. zoo where he lived to be 23 years old. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)
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Allied Aces: U.S. and JASDF Fighter Squadron's unite

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members pose for a group photo during the 301st Tactical Fighter Squadron’s 50th anniversary ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct 14, 2023. The 301st TFS and 13th FS have executed missions together at Misawa Air Base for almost three years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Allied Aces: U.S. and JASDF Fighter Squadron's unite

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members pose for a group photo during the 301st Tactical Fighter Squadron’s 50th anniversary ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct 14, 2023. The 301st TFS and 13th FS have executed missions together at Misawa Air Base for almost three years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Allied Aces: U.S. and JASDF Fighter Squadron's unite

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Keegan Dale, 13th Fighter Squadron commander, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Col. Kazuhito Okamoto, 301st Tactical Fighter Squadron commander, exchange gifts after formally establishing sister squadrons relationship at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct 14, 2023. The 301st TFS and 13th FS have executed missions together at Misawa Air Base for almost three years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Allied Aces: U.S. and JASDF Fighter Squadron's unite

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members watch the 301st Tactical Fighter Squadron’s 50th Anniversary Ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct 14, 2023. During the ceremony, the 301st TFS formally established a sister squadron agreement with the 13th Fighter Squadron, promising to build camaraderie, increasing their synergy and ability to perform the mission alongside one another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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13th Fighter Squadron Change of Command

Honor Guardsmen stationed at Misawa Air Base, Japan, present the designated flags before a change of command Ceremony, May 21, 2021. The ceremony was in celebration of the incoming commander and in thanks of the past commanders service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman First Class Leon Redfern)
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13th Fighter Squadron Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jonathan T. Cichowski, outgoing 13th Fighter Squadron commander, right, relinquishes his command during a change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2021. Cichowski began his position as the commander in May, 2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman First Class Leon Redfern)
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13th Fighter Squadron Change of Command

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jordan G. Kahn, incoming 13th Fighter Squadron commander, right, assumes command of the 13th FS during a change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 21, 2021. Kahn graduated and received his commission from the U.S. Air Force academy in May, 2007. Prior to his current position, Kahn was an Air Force Legislative Fellow in Washington, D.C., with positions at the Department of Homeland Security and in the United States Senate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman First Class Leon Redfern)
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13th FS pilot fortifies bilateral relations

U.S. Air Force Capt. Spencer “Boca” Rhoton, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, holds up the 13th FS call sign “Cave Putorium” (CP), while posing for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2021. The JAAGA awards happen annually, honoring the top Japan Air Self-Defense Forces (JASDF) and U.S. Air Force (USAF) member who best contributes to building U.S.-Japan partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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13th FS pilot fortifies bilateral relations

U.S. Air Force Capt. Spencer “Boca” Rhoton, left, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, receives the Japan-American Air Force Goodwill Association (JAAGA) award from Col. Jesse J. Friedel, right, the 35th Fighter Wing commander at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2021. The JAAGA recognized Rhoton for his dedicated time to building a strong bond and partnership with the Japanese members at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 9. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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13th FS pilot fortifies bilateral relations

U.S. Air Force Capt. Spencer “Boca” Rhoton, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, holds up the 13th FS call sign “Cave Putorium” (CP) at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2021. Rhoton attended the mission planning cells on the six-jet Agile Combat Employment-style deployment to Chitose during 5th Air Force’s Exercise PACIFIC RONIN, ensuring all parties understood both USAF and JASDF tactics in order to integrate seamlessly into a unified fighting force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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13th FS pilot fortifies bilateral relations

U.S. Air Force Capt. Spencer “Boca” Rhoton, left, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, listens to Col. Jesse J. Friedel, right, the 35th Fighter Wing commander speak at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2021. Rhoton was hand-selected to accompany the 13th FS on the recent six-jet Agile Combat Employment-style deployment to Chitose during 5th Air Force’s Exercise PACIFIC RONIN and was named an Exercise “Superior Performer” by the 5th AF exercise team.. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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13th FS pilot fortifies bilateral relations

U.S. Air Force Capt. Spencer “Boca” Rhoton, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, checks his equipment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 7, 2021. Misawa AB personnel have the unique opportunity of interacting face-to-face with their local Japanese counterparts. Rhoton demonstrated his integration with the Japan Air Self-Defense Forces (JASDF) in both his social and professional interaction. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Take off to the skies

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon flies over a U.S. Navy Boeing EA-18G during a PAC Weasel exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 19, 2020. This exercise allows 35th Operations Group intelligence Airmen, and the U.S. Navy Electronic Attack Squadron 209 (VAQ-209) to integrate at a classified level. This coordination and sharing of training and operational tactics techniques and procedures (TTPs) is extremely helpful. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Growler takes-off

A U.S. Navy Boeing EA-18G takes off down the runway during a PAC Weasel exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 19, 2020. During PAC Weasel, pilots practiced flying SEAD missions, escort missions, strike missions as well as anti-surface warfare. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Sit and wait

Eight U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons sit on the flightline during a PAC Weasel exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 19, 2020. The F-16s were dedicated to opposition forces, strike missions, SEAD missions and escort missions. Meanwhile, the Growlers focused on the SEAD mission and the P-8 practiced anti-surface warfare, providing radar coverage, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Pre-check, inspect

Two U.S. Navy assets perform a pre-flight check on a Boeing EA-18G during a PAC Weasel exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 19, 2020. During PAC Weasel, pilots practiced flying SEAD missions, escort missions, strike missions as well as anti-surface warfare. Escort missions consist of escorting the strikers into the target area in order to drop bombs while taking out the OPFOR (opposition forces). The pilots on strike missions focused on dropping bombs within the target area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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P-8 Poseidonb taxis down the runway

A Boeing P-8 Poseidon taxis down the runway during a PAC Weasel exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 19, 2020. Integrating different airframes into our training helps us improve on each other’s capabilities, enhancing our inter-operability. This training provides us with knowledge that would help us if there were ever a real world situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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