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PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Tate, 14th Fighter Squadron fighter pilot, runs through starting procedures of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a PAC WEASEL Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. The PAC WEASEL Exercise series supports the U.S. commitment to defend a free and open Indo-Pacific region by enhancing the readiness and tactical capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan and Japan Air Self-Defense Forces (JASDF). (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

A U.S. Air Force pilot taxis an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a PAC WEASEL Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. This exercise is a quarterly recurring air combat exercise allowing joint and bilateral partners to discover innovative solutions for any mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

An F-16 Fighting Falcon idles during a PAC Weasel Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. Scenarios were cultivated during the exercise in which hosted participants conducted mission planning and executed the simulated fight the following day over the course of two continuous hours, employing simulated munitions on moving targets found by a full team of real-world dynamic assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Donovan Wallace, 13th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, prepares an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a PAC WEASEL Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. The exercise aimed to foster cooperation and coordination among units in the Indo-Pacific region, enhancing their collective ability to respond effectively to potential threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

Two U.S. Marine Corps pilots assigned to the “Bats” Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242 (VMFA-242), leave the flightline after a mission during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The Marines of VMFA-242 conduct training throughout Japan in order to sustain their high level of proficiency and operational readiness while increasing interoperability with both the U.S. Air Force, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron perform a flyover during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. PAC WEASEL supports the Air Force’s directive to “Accelerate Change or Lose” by giving operators challenging scenarios and the opportunity to share best practices and new techniques in joint and bilateral environments. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II assigned to the “Bats” Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 242 (VMFA-242), taxis to a stop during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. The Marines of VMFA-242 conduct training throughout Japan in order to sustain their high level of proficiency and operational readiness while increasing interoperability with both the U.S. Air Force, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force.
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

A C-130 J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, performs a flyover during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. PAC WEASEL supports the Air Force’s directive to “Accelerate Change or Lose” by giving operators challenging scenarios and the opportunity to share best practices and new techniques in joint and bilateral environments. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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PAC WEASEL 2-22

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, pose for a photo after a mission during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 21, 2022. PAC WEASEL supports the Air Force’s directive to “Accelerate Change or Lose” by giving operators challenging scenarios and the opportunity to share best practices and new techniques in joint and bilateral environments. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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211005-F-MI946-1423

U.S. Air Force Capt. Robert Grochalski, former 35th Fighter Wing PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) mission commander prepares for takeoff after entering the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a routine sortie at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 5, 2021. Under Grochalski’s leadership, the units involved in a PAC WEASEL exercise were empowered to overcome challenging scenarios by sharing innovative techniques and tactics in a joint environment. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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211005-F-MI946-1352

U.S. Air Force Capt. Robert Grochalski, former 35th Fighter Wing PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) mission commander, conducts preflight checks on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a routine sortie at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 5, 2021. Grochalski spearheaded the planning and integration of different assets and capabilities during a PAC WEASEL exercise Oct. 1, to test the defense capabilities of U.S. Forces Japan. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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210929-F-MI946-1214

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron takes off on the runway during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 29, 2021. PAC WEASEL supports the Air Force’s directive to “Accelerate Change or Lose” by giving operators challenging scenarios and the opportunity to share best practices and new techniques in joint and bilateral environments. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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210929-F-MI946-1164

A U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker assigned to the 927th Air Refueling Wing from MacDill Air Force Base, takes off on the runway during a PACIFIC WEASEL exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 29, 2021. The KC-135 Stratotanker provides an aerial refueling capability throughout a vast area of responsibility and enhances the U.S. Air Force’s primary mission of global reach. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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210929-F-MI946-1104

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler flies over a U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker assigned to the 927th Air Refueling Wing from MacDill Air Force Base, sitting on the runway prior to takeoff during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 29, 2021. Since the first PAC WEASEL in 2018, the 35th Fighter Wing has practiced these large force exercises and each iteration has been refined and improved upon since its inception. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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210929-F-MI946-1052

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 927th Air Refueling Wing (ARW) from MacDill Air Force Base, prepare a KC-135R Stratotanker assigned to the 927th ARW for takeoff during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 29, 2021. During the PAC WEASEL exercise more than 30 aircraft, including the U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, F-15 Eagle, E-3 Sentry, KC-135 Stratotanker and U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon, conducted a simulated Defensive Counter-Air mission over the western coast of Japan. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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210929-F-MI946-1024

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 927th Air Refueling Wing (ARW) from MacDill Air Force Base, pose alongside a KC-135R Stratotanker assigned to the 927th ARW during a PACIFIC WEASEL (PAC WEASEL) exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 29, 2021. PAC WEASEL gives pilots an opportunity to learn from one another in a combination of joint and bilateral scenarios. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern).
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210929-F-DJ879-1330

A U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker assigned to the 927th Air Refueling Wing from MacDill Air Force Base prepares to taxi on the runway prior to a PACIFIC WEASEL exercise on Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 29, 2021. The joint effort directly enhanced the U.S. Air Forces Japan’s ability to detect, deter and potentially defend Japan from adversaries, while empowering service members to be innovative and diversify their approach to any given obstacle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Antwain Hanks)
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210929-F-DJ879-1218

A U.S. Air Force KC-135R Stratotanker assigned to the 927th Air Refueling Wing from MacDill Air Force Base prepares to taxi to the runway prior to a PACIFIC WEASEL exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 29, 2021. The exercise highlights U.S. Air Forces Japan’s ability to protect countries or military assets and capabilities within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Antwain Hanks)
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210929-F-DJ879-1202

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 927th Air Refueling Wing from MacDill Air Force Base, performs pre-flight maintenance on a KC-135R Stratotanker prior to a PACIFIC WEASEL exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 29, 2021. The exercise included a simulated Defensive Counter-Air mission better enabling the defense of the U.S. allied and partner nation’s maritime vessels. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Antwain Hanks)
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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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