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Glow of the neon lights

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, sits on the runway at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. In an air-to-surface role, the F-16 can fly more than 500 miles, deliver its weapons with accuracy, defend itself against enemy aircraft and return to its starting point. The F-16s at Misawa AB have suppression enemy air defense capabilities, which are vital to the security and stability of the Indo-Asia-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Unbreakable brotherhood

Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots, assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, exchange hand signals prior to departure from Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers, assigned to the “Garudas” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, and 35th FW F-16s joined forces to provide more realistic training for both sets of pilots. Typically, F-16 pilots train with simulated assets, which can mask communication and tactical problems that may arise when engaging in a real-world scenario. Training with tangible Growlers allows F-16 pilots to identify and overcome issues that theoretical assets cannot simulate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Up, up and away

Twelve U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons, assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, taxi and take off at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. In addition to the 12 F-16s, U.S. Navy EA-18Gs pilots, assigned to the “Garudas” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, flew with the 13 and 14th Fighter Squadron, to enhance readiness and understanding of how the two airframes operate hand-in-hand during real-world missions. The VAQ-134 is currently deployed to Misawa AB from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, as part of a six-month Theater Security Package, which is designed to enhance regional security in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Combatives champion

U.S. Air Force Airman Sergio Miranda, a 35th Security Forces Squadron entry controller, pauses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 16, 2017. Miranda won the belt and title of the 2017 Combatives Champion of the second annual Security Forces Advanced Combat Skills Assessment held at the Security Forces Regional Training Center at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, June 4 to 9. The combative portion was the only individual event based out of five events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Plotting coordinates

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member from Camp Ichigaya, Japan, plots coordinates on a chart during a week-long integration with the 35th Operations Support Squadron intelligence analysts in preparation for Red Flag-Alaska 17-2, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 26, 2017. RF-A is a series of field training exercises that provide joint offensive counter-air, interdiction, close air support and large force employment training in a simulated combat environment. The training ensures every moving part of a contingency plan is at the highest state of readiness in defense of the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Intel teamwork

The 35th Operations Support Squadron intelligence analysts and Japan Air Self-Defense Force counterparts plot coordinates on a map in preparation for Red Flag-Alaska 17-2, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 26, 2017. RF-A is a field training exercise in a simulated combat environment that ensures the highest level of readiness within the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Briefing the commander

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member from Yokota Air Base, Japan, briefs Lt. Col. Kevin Lord, the 35th Operations Support Squadron commander, as part of the mission planning cell at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 26, 2017. Over the course of a week the 35th OSS intelligence analysts dedicated over 50 hours familiarizing four Japan Air Self-Defense Forces counterparts on mission-set requirements for RED FLAG-Alaska, 17-2. This exercise is one of several that the U.S. and Japan participate in, ensuring the “fight tonight” mentality is strengthened. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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"Punch"

U.S. Air Force Maj. Richard Smeeding, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, adjusts his helmet prior to take-off at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 22, 2017. Smeeding is one of two operational F-16 demo pilots in the Air Force. A demonstration pilot must complete a 17-ride training program which includes flying with the instructor and flying solo prior to being certified by the wing commander. The team is then required to perform for the 5th Air Force and PACAF commanders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Airpower at its finest

U.S. Air Force Maj. Richard Smeeding, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, and Capt. Dakota Newton, the PACAF Demonstration Team safety observer, take-off together from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 22, 2017. The team spent the weekend performing at the Hofu Air Festival. The pilots returned to Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, while the runway at Misawa AB is under construction. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Checking pressure

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Byron Cole, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team dedicated crew chief, checks the tire pressure of the F-16 Fighting Falcon during a pre-flight inspection at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 22, 2017. The tire pressure is one of several parts checked prior to take-off, ensuring the safety of the pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Through inspection

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Byron Cole, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team dedicated crew chief, examines the F-16 Fighting Falcon during a pre-flight inspection at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 22, 2017. Although their show schedule kept the team busy, this was not their primary job. They must maintain readiness to deploy and support the 35th Fighter Wing whenever is needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Returning to the F-16

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kyle Blythe, left, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team electrical and environmental systems specialist, and Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, right, a PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team dedicated crew chief, walk across the flight line at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 22, 2017. There are three crew chiefs and four specialist on the team. Each one plays a vital role, ensuring the F-16 Fighting Falcon sustains optimal readiness for airshows across the Indo-Asia-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Hard at work

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Charlie Bolles, left, a Pacific Air Forices F-16 Demonstration Team dedicated crew chief, finishes filling a tire while Airman 1st Class Andrew Keller, right, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics specialist, closes open panels on the F-16 Fighting Falcon at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 22, 2017. Keller is not a part of the demo team; however since the two avionics specialist were not available he had the opportunity to join the team for the Hofu Air Festival. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Pre-flight shenanigans

U.S. Air Force Maj. Richard Smeeding, left, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, executes his pre-flight inspection while Tech. Sgt. Tristan Berger, right, a PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team aerospace propulsion craftsman, reviews a technical order at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 22, 2017. The team travels throughout the PACAF area of responsibility to showcase the power and maneuverability of the F-16 Fighting Falcon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Time for take-off

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team dedicated crew chief, marshals Maj. Richard Smeeding, the PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, May 22, 2017. The team's objective is strengthening the U.S. Air Force's relationship with countries in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region through showcasing the pinnacle of the Air Force’s core values: integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie Hutto)
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Understanding the tools

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Matthew Melendez, right, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technicain shows Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tohoku EOD school instructors, components of a variety of tools during the class room portion of a two-day training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. The training was based on building a mutual understanding of foundational EOD skills, to include classroom instruction and realistic hands-on practical exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Proceed with caution

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Matthew Melendez, left, Staff Sgt. Matthew Thompson, center, both 35th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technicians, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shinji Okuzono, right, Tohoku EOD school instructor, discuss a plan of action for safe removal of an unexploded ordnance recovered during a training scenario at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. The two day training was spent building a mutual understanding of foundational EOD skills, including classroom instruction and realistic hands-on practical exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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EOD’s artifacts

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shinji Okuzono, left, a Tohoku Explosive Ordnance Disposal school instructor, pulls a cord down range while U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Matthew Melendez, right, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron EOD technicain, feeds it through the reel during a potential extraction training procedure at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. There are a plethora of tools EOD technicians use to safely recover, diffuse and dispose of ordnance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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EOD’s artifacts

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shinji Okuzono, a Tohoku Explosive Ordnance Disposal school instructor, brushes dirt away from an unexploded ordnance during a close range reconnaissance training mission at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. Closely examining an ordnance determines what procedures an EOD technician should use for safe removal. Over the course of two days the EOD team conducted four UXO-related operations: landmine and submunitions the first day, a cache and rocket and mortar the second day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Initial reconnaissance

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Tech. Sgt. Shota Nakano, a Tohoku Explosive Ordnance Disposal school instructor, looks through binoculars down range while conducting an initial training scenario reconnaissance at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 2, 2017. Upon arriving at the location of an identified ordnance it is vital to confirm what type of ordnance it is in order to come up with an appropriate plan of approach, proper handling and safe disposal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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