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250708-F-VQ736-1004

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, holds up the Wild Weasel hand sign before his final, or fini, flight in a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2025. Fini flights serve as symbolic farewells honoring a pilot’s service, sacrifice and time in the skies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250708-F-VQ736-1020

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, prepares to take off for his final, or fini, flight in a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2025. Fini flights blend military ritual with personal tribute, highlighting the end of a flying chapter through long-held Air Force customs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250708-F-VQ736-1081

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, touches an American flag after his final, or fini, flight in a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2025. A staple of Air Force flying culture, fini flights recognize aviators with one final ceremonial sortie before they hang up the helmet. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250708-F-VQ736-1130

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, is bound with duct tape by fellow pilots assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing during his final, or fini, flight celebration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2025. Both personal and professional, the fini flight tradition brings together teammates to honor a pilot’s lasting impact on the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250708-F-VQ736-1206

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) commander, cuts the duct tape holding U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th FW deputy commander, to the wing of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon during his final, or fini, flight celebration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2025. As a symbol of respect and closure, fini flights recognize years of dedication, flight hours and operational service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250708-F-VQ736-1235

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, poses for a group photo with his final, or fini, flight celebration attendees at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2025. The fini flight tradition brings Airmen and family members together to celebrate flight hours, milestones and the enduring spirit of military aviation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250623-F-VQ736-1112

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Derek Johnson, 14th Fighter Generation Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon assistant dedicated crew chief, loosens a bolt to remove a used F-16 brake pad at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2025. He was selected as Wild Weasel of the Week for leading maintenance efforts that earned a zero-discrepancy quality assurance inspection during exercise BALIKATAN 2025, supporting the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission to maintain agile and reliable combat airpower beyond its home base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250623-F-VQ736-1133

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Derek Johnson, 14th Fighter Generation Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon assistant dedicated crew chief, explains the steps to changing an F-16 brake pad to U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2025. He was selected as Wild Weasel of the Week for identifying and correcting four major aircraft discrepancies during exercise BALIKATAN 2025, preventing a potential in-flight emergency and sustaining the 35th Fighter Wing’s readiness to project combat airpower across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250623-F-VQ736-1077

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, right, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and Senior Airman Derek Johnson, 14th Fighter Generation Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon assistant dedicated crew chief, unfastens a wheel from an F-16 during a brake pad change at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2025. Crew chiefs’ expertise in aircraft maintenance, rapid troubleshooting, and communication with maintenance and operations teams ensures the 35th Fighter Wing remains ready to respond swiftly to global contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250623-F-VQ736-1007

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, left, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, briefs Airmen on the schedule for the Wild Weasel Walkthrough at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2025. Through this weekly tradition, the 35th Fighter Wing command team stays connected to the frontline efforts that enable air superiority across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250623-F-VQ736-1148

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, right, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Derek Johnson, 14th Fighter Generation Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon assistant dedicated crew chief, removes a bolt from a used brake pad at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2025. Crew chiefs perform detailed inspections, troubleshoot complex systems, replace critical components, and manage maintenance documentation to keep 35th Fighter Wing F-16s mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250623-F-VQ736-1162

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Derek Johnson, right, 14th Fighter Generation Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon assistant dedicated crew chief, inserts a new F-16 brake pad with the help of U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, during a Wild Weasel Walkthrough at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2025. Through this weekly tradition, the 35th Fighter Wing command team stays connected to the frontline efforts that enable air superiority across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250623-F-VQ736-1051

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, left, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and Senior Airman Derek Johnson, 14th Fighter Generation Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon assistant dedicated crew chief, inspect the wheel of an F-16 during a brake pad change at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2025. From brake pad changes to flightline inspections, crew chiefs enable the 35th Fighter Wing to generate combat airpower and remain forward-ready in support of Indo-Pacific stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Hannah Bench)
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250319-F-NU460-1010

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron takes off in support of the Beverly Sunrise 25-03 exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 19, 2025. Routine training reinforces a pilot’s proficiency, enhancing their ability to execute precise combat operations while ensuring they remain prepared to deter aggression, protect U.S. and allied interests, and respond swiftly to emerging threats in a dynamic security environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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250319-F-NU460-1063

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, takes off in support of the Beverly Sunrise 25-03 exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 19, 2025. Consistent training allows F-16 pilots to maintain peak proficiency, adapt to evolving threats, and execute missions with precision. By honing their combat skills, they enhance their ability to deter adversaries, support allied operations, and uphold security in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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250319-F-NU460-1054

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, takes off in support of Beverly Sunrise 25-03 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 19, 2025. Pilots train to operate in contested environments, sharpening their ability to project decisive airpower and defend U.S. and allied interests, aligning with the Department of Defense’s focus on strengthening warfighter capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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250319-F-NU460-1131

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron takes off in support of Beverly Sunrise 25-03 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 19, 2025. The 35th Fighter Wing’s ability to deliver rapid and decisive airpower enhances deterrence by demonstrating combat readiness, while reassuring allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific, a region critical to global security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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250318-F-NU460-1001

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Zachary Paup, 35th Maintenance Group squadron lead crew team chief, dismounts ammunition from an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Beverly Sunrise 25-03 exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 18, 2025. Airmen conduct high-tempo, real-world scenarios, from emergency response to sustainment operations, ensuring uninterrupted support and mission readiness under pressure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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250318-F-NU460-1089

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron taxi on the flightline during the Beverly Sunrise 25-03 exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 18, 2025. Misawa's ability to deliver rapid and decisive airpower enhances deterrence by demonstrating combat readiness while reassuring allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific, a region critical to global security and stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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250318-F-NU460-1135

A U.S. Air Force pilot assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron opens the canopy of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Beverly Sunrise 25-03 exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 18, 2025. Consistent training allows F-16 pilots to maintain peak proficiency, adapt to evolving threats, and execute missions with precision. By honing their combat skills, they enhance their ability to deter adversaries, support allied operations, and uphold security in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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