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Passing the word

U.S. Navy Aviation Structural Mechanic 3rd Class Andrew Demont, assigned to the “Garudas” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, speaks to other EA-18G Growler maintainers while conducting flight operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 5, 2017. The VAQ-134 is currently deployed to Misawa AB under Commander Task Force 70 and is a part of a Theater Support Package for the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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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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Loading Cargo

Airmen with the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron load cargo onto a C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2017. The Tsuiki Air Base aviation training relocation focuses on training in different geographical locations and cultural environments, while strengthening U.S. and Japan interoperability and combat readiness. This is the first ATR located at Tsuiki AB since 2010. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Okay

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Roddrick Davenport, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit avionics specialist, signals to the forklift operator while unloading an engine removal kit at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Sept. 28, 2017. More than 100,000 lbs. was transported from Misawa Air Base, Japan to Tsuiki AB, in support of an aviation training relocation. The ATR is hosted by the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing focusing on training in different geographical locations and cultural environments while strengthening U.S. and JASDF interoperability and combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Push it

A 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Airman pushes a container into position on a C-17 Globemaster III at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 25, 2017. The cargo primarily consisted of equipment for the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, which included engine removal kits, power generators, tools and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Night moves

Airmen begin loading cargo into a C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, for the Tsuiki Air Base aviation training relocation at Fukuoka International Airport, Japan, Sept. 27, 2017. The 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron redeployment assistance team coordinated transportation of 53 short tons, 2,000 lbs. of cargo and 100 personnel from Misawa AB to Tsuiki AB, using three chalks consisting of a C-17 and 15 contracted national semi-trucks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Teamwork

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force forklift operator unloads an engine removal kit from a semi-truck in preparation for aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Sept. 28, 2017. The purpose of an ATR is to focus on training in different geographical locations and cultural environments while strengthening U.S. and Japan alliances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Ready to lift

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Nick Ward, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics specialist, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Airmen work together to unload an engine removal kit from a semi-truck at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Sept. 28, 2017. More than 100,000 lbs. of cargo was flown over the course of three days to Fukuoka International Airport, then off-loaded and reloaded onto 15 semi-truck bound for Tsuiki AB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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I will not fail

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Scott Henshaw, a 35th Maintenance Squadron load crew member, ensures all parts are correctly in place on the AGM-88 high speed anti-radiation missile at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2017. The missile is designed to provide day, night, and adverse weather precision strikes against targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Almost got it

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Squadron weapons flight mount an AGM-88 high speed anti-radiation onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2017. The AGM-88 is an all-weather missile system that uses radar homing to improve survivability and lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Vroom Vroom

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dylan Beaver, a 35th Maintenance Squadron load crew member drives an MJ-1 jammer with an AGM-88 high speed anti-radiation missile attached at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2017. The missile is designed to provide day, night, and adverse weather precision strikes against targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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The right piece

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Alain Authier, a 35th Maintenance Squadron armament flight team member, searches for a bolt to repair damages during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 15, 2017. Authier stated it is important to examine for visual defects and proper installation of systems components, such as munitions ejector racks, loading and suspension devices, shackles, rocket pods, pylons, aircraft ammunition, boosters and feed chutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Getting the right fit

U.S. Air Force Airman Joee Carroll, a 35th Maintenance Squadron avionics specialist, tightens the Egyptian Dooley during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 15, 2017. The Egyptian Dooley helps load electronic counter measurements to aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Don’t drop it

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Squadron weapons flight carry an aim 9x sidewinder at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2017. The missile is designed to provide day, night, and adverse weather precision strikes against targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Adding to the Puzzle

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Dion Smith, a 35th Maintenance Squadron armament flight supervisor, prepares to move a GBU-31 joint direct attack munition during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 15, 2017. Armament Airmen ensure weapons successfully launch from an aircraft once the pilot initiates munition deployment. These professionals make sure that when a pilot pulls the trigger, the devices successfully launch away from the aircraft toward the target. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Analyzing a patient

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Medical Group tend to simulated patients during an aeromedical evacuation a part of Beverly Sunrise 17-07 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. The 35th MDG demonstrated their ability to be able to triage patients and care for them depended upon what level of care is needed. Additionally, medical Airmen decided if further treatment is necessary, patients are forwarded to other medical locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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High in the sky

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Medical Group hoist a mannequin into an ambulance during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. BS 17-07 showcased 35th MDG Airmen’s capabilities while executing primary duties in protective gear and continuing to provide patient care in a contested environment and elevated mission oriented protective posture level. (Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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The start

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Medical Group, create a plan for an aeromedical evacuation during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. The AE prepared medical personnel for real-life scenarios including crisis during wartime operations. BS 17-07 tested the capability of 35th MDG Airmen to receive patients in a mass casualty situation and triage, while treating and stabilizing them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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