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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing attend an Agile Combat Employment (ACE) class hosted by the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 8, 2021. Airmen discussed ACE concepts, which enable forces in the Indo-Pacific region to be mobile and ready to defend allied and U.S. interests at a moments notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Joao Marcus Costa)
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Misawa AB receives, administers initial doses of COVID-19 vaccine

A 35th Medical Group Airman holds a dosage of the COVID-19 vaccine in preparation to deliver it to mission essential personnel at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 28, 2020. The 35th MDG Public Health office will notify the base population when the vaccine is available for distribution to additional service members, government civilians, dependents and Department of Defense beneficiaries at Misawa AB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Misawa AB receives, administers initial doses of COVID-19 vaccine

U.S. Air Force Col. Melissa J. Dooley, 35th Medical Group commander, receives a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 28, 2020. Full-scale, unrestricted vaccine availability to Department of Defense personnel, similar to the annual influenza vaccine program, is predicted to be accomplished before or by mid-2021. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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Misawa AB receives, administers initial doses of COVID-19 vaccine

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kevin Alford, 35th Operational Medicine Readiness Squadron commander, receives a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 28, 2020. The distribution of COVID-19 vaccines are currently expected to take several months. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Grace Nichols)
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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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One call away

An airman calls Airman Against Drunk Driving at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2020. A2D2 operates out of T’s Burritos Friday to Saturday from 11:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. To use their services, call 0176-77-2232 or DSN 226-2232 Friday to Saturday from 11:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class China M. Shock)
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Firefighter USAF Misawa AB

A U.S. Air Force fire protection helmet sits on the ground in front of a fire truck at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 7, 2019. Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a Dallas, Texas, native, attended firefighter training for three months prior to receiving orders to his first base, Misawa AB, which resulted in him feeling anxious. However, he found solace through the welcoming embrace of local American and Japanese community members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Firefighter with transportation

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a 35th Civil Engineer fire protection journeyman, pauses for a photo in front of a fire truck at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 7, 2019. Cardona’s leadership makes training exercises a top priority to improve base readiness and enhance his professional growth. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Driving with Cardona

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection journeyman, drives a fire truck at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 7, 2019. Cardona came to Misawa AB a year and half ago and has made Misawa feel like home by enjoying activities such as sightseeing, firework displays and local eateries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Firefighter of the USAF

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection journeyman, pauses for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 7, 2019. The Dallas, Texas, native attended firefighter training for three months prior to receiving orders to his first base, Misawa AB, which resulted in him feeling anxious, but he found solace through the welcoming embrace of local American and Japanese community members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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Fire truck 6 for the win

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adam Cardona, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire protection journeyman, poses for a photo on a fire truck at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 7, 2019. Cardona has been stationed at Misawa AB for a year and a half and enjoys readiness training exercises with his shop because it enhances his work skillset, knowledge and understanding. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Collette Brooks)
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American Red Cross table cloth

Karen Jorgenson, the American Red Cross of Misawa regional program manager, sets up the build your own emergency disaster kit booth at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2018. This annual event provides individuals the opportunity to build their own starter preparedness kit used in the event of a natural disaster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Disaster kits for all

Emergency disaster kits sit on a desk at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2018. The kits come equipped with emergency supplies such as a poncho, emergency drinking water, hand warmers and a survival blanket. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Customer interaction

Lisa Walters, left, a military spouse at Misawa Air Base, checks out a disaster kit pamphlet by Glen Chavez, right, an American Red Cross facilities operations specialist, at the American Red Cross booth at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2018. The emergency training and safety kits provided at the workshop contributes to the goal of keeping Team Misawa families safe during a natural disaster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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Mrs. Jorgenson sets up

Karen Jorgenson, the American Red Cross of Misawa regional program manager, sets up the build your own emergency disaster kit booth at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2018. The annual workshop equips Airmen and their families in light of a natural disaster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
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