Clear Filters | 1 - 20 of 35 results

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, discusses education curriculum during a tour of Edgren Middle High School at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. The tour allowed Jost to better understand the challenges and opportunities in supporting the educational needs of military children, ensuring they receive a stable and high-quality education despite frequent relocations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)
Details Download

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a tour of Sollars Elementary School at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. Jost discussed the importance of affordable and nutritious meals for school age students, supporting both the well-being of children and the overall quality of life for service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)
Details Download

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a tour of a Japanese ambulance at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost toured the emergency vehicle as part of a 35th Fighter Wing Medical Group discussion, gaining insight into their operations and proposed enhancements. The exchange underscored the importance of collaboration and shared expertise in improving emergency response capabilities in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)
Details Download

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, is greeted by U.S. Air Force Col. Johnathan Bell, Mission Support Group commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 17, 2024. The North Base tour highlighted ongoing construction projects aimed at enhancing facilities and infrastructure, directly contributing to an improved quality of life for service members and their families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)
Details Download

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, center, attends a meeting hosted by Yoshinori Kohiyama, Misawa City Mayor, at Misawa City Hall in Misawa City, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost’s visit highlights the U.S. military's commitment to its host communities as a vital partner in accomplishing its mission and ensuring regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)
Details Download

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, is greeted by Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost toured the installation to engage with leaders and community members and discuss mission alignment, address challenges, and identify opportunities for improvement in quality of life and overall base operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)
Details Download

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

A welcome party awaits on a snowy runway for the arrival of U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. Jost visited the installation to engage with leaders and members of the community to assess operational capabilities and infrastructure, ensuring informed decision-making on projects pertaining to mission readiness, quality of life and bilateral alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)
Details Download

U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, receives a welcoming applause at Misawa City Hall in Misawa City, Japan, Dec. 16, 2024. The presence of the installation directly affects the local economy, culture, and daily life of community members. Regular engagement between the U.S. military and the local Japanese community fosters strong and positive relations by building mutual understanding, trust, and cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea Caballero)
Details Download

Loading up

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen McCool, the 5th Air Force command chief, and Chief Master Sgt. Joey R. Meininger, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, operate a lift during the "Snow Rodeo" at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 24, 2020. The Snow Rodeo allows Airmen to participate in a friendly competition in snow clearing operations. With an average snowfall of 150 inches per year over the last several years, civil engineers stay busy with 24-hour operations during the snow season, ensuring the airfield is open regardless of weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
Details Download

Time to drive

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski, the 5th Air Force vice commander of, operates a snow plow during the "Snow Rodeo" at Misawa Air Base, Japan, on Nov. 24, 2020. Misawa is about 40 miles from Aomori, one of the snowiest cities in the world. The highest recorded snowfall was 240 inches in 1984. In order for the mission to go on civil engineers stay busy during the snow season to ensure the airfield is open regardless of weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
Details Download

Climb aboard

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski, the 5th Air Force vice commander, enters a snow plow during the "Snow Rodeo" at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 24, 2020. The Snow Rodeo allows Airmen to participate in a friendly competition in snow clearing operations. Misawa has a strong lead on keeping the title of the snowiest air force base in the world. This keeps civil engineers busy with 24-hour operations during the snow season, ensuring the airfield is open regardless of weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
Details Download

AFE brief

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski, the 5th Air Force vice commander, receives a briefing on aircrew flight equipment, or AFE, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 23, 2020. In order to carry out the mission, every plane and pilot must be equipped and ready for any situation. AFE is one of the many units that ensure the safety and success of flying missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
Details Download

Welcome to the 14th

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Leonard J. Kosinski, the 5th Air Force vice commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kathleen McCool, 5th AF command chief, prepare to walk into the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 23, 2020. During their two-day visit, Kosinski and McCool received mission briefs from various 35th Fighter Wing units and agencies, had the opportunity to meet and interact with Airmen, and learn about the various roles Team Misawa members play to keep their community safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
Details Download

First speech as commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Jesse J. Friedel addresses Team Misawa for the first time as 35th Fighter Wing commander at the 35th FW change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 13, 2020. Before arriving to Misawa, Friedel was the vice commander of the 51st Fighter Wing at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Friedel served in multiple operational squadrons as an F-16 mission commander, instructor pilot, weapons instructor pilot, and flight evaluator. He also served as the Air & Sea Branch Chief during a joint assignment at the Pentagon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
Details Download

Passing of the guidon

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, left, passes the wing guidon to Col. Jesse J. Friedel, 35th Fighter Wing commander, during an official change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 13, 2020. The passing of the guidon symbolizes the relinquishment of command from the outgoing commander to the incoming commander. Friedel comes to Misawa from Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, where he served as the 51st Fighter Wing vice commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
Details Download

Presenting the colors

U.S. Air Force members of the base honor guard present the colors during the 35th Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 13, 2020. Col. Kristopher W. Struve relinquished command of the 35th Fighter Wing to Col. Jesse J. Friedel during the official ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
Details Download

Invocation from chaplain

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Suh, the 35th Fighter Wing chaplain, gives an invocation prior to the start of the 35th FW change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 13, 2020. Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, presided over the event and noted the powerful alliance between the U.S. and Japan required hard work and dedication from both American and Japanese personnel. Schneider praised Col. Struve’s accomplishments and contributions in addition to welcoming Col. Friedel into his new position. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
Details Download

Farewell adress to Team Misawa

U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher W. Struve, 35th Fighter Wing outgoing commander, addresses Team Misawa for the final time during the 35th FW change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 13, 2020. Struve relinquished command of the 35th FW to Col. Jesse J. Friedel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
Details Download

Briefing the boss

U.S. Air Force Maj. Daniel House, left, the 35th Operations Support Squadron assistant director of operations, talks to Lt. Gen. Kevin B. Schneider, right, the U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. Draughon Range is the premier air-to-ground training site located in Japan, focusing on suppression of enemy air defense air operations. Members of the 35th Fighter Wing and other units throughout the Western Pacific train at the range to focus on SEAD and munition employment, combat search and rescue, and survival, evasion, resistance, and escape, ultimately enhancing the readiness and lethality of U.S. forces in this region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
Details Download

What a view

A view from the tower at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. Draughon Range is the premier training site in Japan, used to enhance the lethality of U.S. aircraft to include the F-16 Fighting Falcons, C-130J Super Hercules and B-1 Lancer, among many others. These aircraft also train alongside Japan Air Self-Defense Force members, increasing joint and bilateral readiness in order to maintain the defense of Japan. Draughon Range also provides the opportunity for explosive ordnance disposal and survival, evasion, resistance, and escape teams to train and enhance their capabilities by practicing their normal day-to-day operations as well as executing specialty training events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
Details Download