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Instruct now, demonstrate later

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Amanda Puryear, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, instructs Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr., the U.S. Forces Japan command chief, before a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Working dog handlers with the 35th Security Forces Squadron's K-9 unit display the skills of their dogs during a demonstration for Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr, the U.S. Forces Japan command chief. The dogs train on how to detect explosives and narcotics as well as perform controlled aggression tactics when detaining suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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K-9 Unit

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr., the U.S. Forces Japan command chief, talks to the 35th Security Forces Squadron K-9 Unit after a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Winegardner toured the military working dog facility to learn technical details about how this force protects not only the instillation of Misawa, but also how they support the combatant command against adversaries in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Companionship

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. James Chiroboga-Flor, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, stands with his MWD, Cento, before a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Working dog handlers with the 35th Security Forces Squadron's K-9 unit display the skills of their dogs during a demonstration for Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr, the U.S. Forces Japan command chief. The dogs train on how to detect explosives and narcotics as well as perform controlled aggression tactics when detaining suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Time to run

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr., the U.S. Forces Japan command chief, runs from military working dog, Cento, during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Working dog handlers with the 35th Security Forces Squadron's K-9 unit display the skills of their dogs during a demonstration for Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr, the U.S. Forces Japan command chief. Military working dogs train in phases of controlled aggression, which consist of field interviews, pursuit and attacks, search and escorts, search and re-attacks, and stand-offs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Instruct now, demonstrate later

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Amanda Puryear, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, instructs Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr., the U.S. Forces Japan command chief, before a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Working dog handlers with the 35th Security Forces Squadron's K-9 unit display the skills of their dogs during a demonstration for Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr, the U.S. Forces Japan command chief. The dogs train on how to detect explosives and narcotics as well as perform controlled aggression tactics when detaining suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Decoy subdued

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Reschka, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler and Bella, a MWD, demonstrate a high risk vehicle extraction during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Working dog handlers with the 35th Security Forces Squadron's K-9 unit display the skills of their dogs during a demonstration for Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr, the U.S. Forces Japan command chief. Military working dogs train in phases of controlled aggression, which consist of field interviews, pursuit and attacks, search and escorts, search and re-attacks, and stand-offs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Ready to bite

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Rescheka, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, conducts controlled aggression tactics with Bella, a MWD, on Senior Airman Dylan White, a 35th SFS MWD handler, during a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Working dog handlers with the 35th Security Forces Squadron's K-9 unit display the skills of their dogs during a demonstration for Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr, the U.S. Forces Japan command chief. Military working dogs train in phases of controlled aggression, which consist of field interviews, pursuit and attacks, search and escorts, search and re-attacks, and stand-offs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Partners

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Rescheka, a 35th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, sits with his MWD, Bella, before a demonstration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 17, 2020. Working dog handlers with the 35th Security Forces Squadron's K-9 unit display the skills of their dogs during a demonstration for Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr, the U.S. Forces Japan command chief. The dogs train on how to detect explosives and narcotics as well as perform controlled aggression tactics when detaining suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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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)
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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)
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On the road again

U.S. Air Force Col. Kristopher W. Struve, left, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, showcases Draughon Range 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 training site where Misawa’s F-16 Fighting Falcons employ inert munitions and defend against simulated surface-to-air threats. The range is also utilized by many other USFJ units, providing critical training to combat search and rescue, mobility and fighter units throughout Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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What you got there, Chief?

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, looks into a M2A2 aiming scope at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. The M2A2 aiming scope is the back-up scoring system for air-to-ground weapons employment for aircraft such as the F-16 Fighting Falcon and Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35. These jets use the range to enhance the training and readiness of Misawa’s fighter pilots, ensuring Team Misawa maintains its combat readiness and continues its mission of defending Japan and protecting U.S. interests in the Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Eyes on target

The view inside a M2A2 aiming scope at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. The image depicts the F-16 Fighting Falcon’s impact point when dropping inert munitions. This premier range allows military forces to safely employ inert munitions, enhancing the readiness of Misawa’s F-16 Fight Falcon pilots and other U.S. personnel to maintain the defense of Japan. Draughon Range provides realistic training for pilots by simulating enemy detection and attacks with threat emitters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Observing lethal capabilities

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr., left, the U.S. Forces Japan senior enlisted leader, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, right, the Fifth Air Force command chief, observe the range from a tower at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 20, 2020. Winegardner and Kruzelnick noted the capabilities of the range and the role it plays in the training of the suppression of enemy air defense mission to Misawa aviators, specifically. The SEAD mission requires a pilot’s ability to put bombs on target and defend against surface-to-air missiles to ensure the protection of U.S. assets and personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Laughter between strangers

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mario Perez, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team avionics technician, and an attendee of the Hofu Air Show laugh after taking a photo together at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. Interacting with the community is one aspect of the team's overall mission, the other being a display of the F-16's air power. In conjunction with the show schedule, team members also support of the 35th Fighter Wing's mission on a day-to-day basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Preparing to return home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, uses hand signals to communicate with Capt. Phil Bourquin, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, prior to takeoff from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, June 4, 2018. The team's purpose is to strengthen the U.S. relationship with countries in the Indo-Pacific region through demonstrations and interactions with airshow guests. The PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team's next performance is in Anchorage, Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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My right your left

Members of the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team, conduct a ground performance prior to takeoff for the Hofu Air Show practice at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, June 1, 2018. Due to the runway being too short for the F-16 Fighting Falcon to takeoff and land, the show was staged, meaning the jet launched from a different location than where the air show took place. The team includes one pilot, two narrators, one safety observer, a superintendent and a maintenance team composed of three crew chiefs and four specialists, responsible for the aircraft's avionics and electrical systems and engine. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Hello down there

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, waves to the crowd during the Hofu Air Show at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. Impellizzeri performed 14 maneuvers during the 15-minute display of the F-16's capabilities. These demonstrations allow the team to showcase the jet’s capabilities and engage local communities throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Starstruck

Capt. Phil Bourquin, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team safety observer, prepares to sign a child’s hat during the Hofu Air Show at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. For some of the air show attendees, this was their first interaction with Americans. One of the PACAF F-16 Demo Team's priorities is to make personal contact with local nationals on and off the flight line, establishing positive relationships throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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