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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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Innovative sheet metal idea

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jordon Jones, left, a 35th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance craftsman, explains to Lt. Gen. Jerry P. Martinez, center, the U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, and his command chief, Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, right, the significance of adding pieces of sheet metal to engine test facility equipment during their visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 11, 2018. The chief said USFJ’s Airmen are incredibly talented when it comes to innovative ideas and continue stepping up, making every dollar count and saving taxpayer dollars. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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You do all that? Amazing!

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Jerry P. Martinez, the U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, engages with aircraft structural maintenance Airmen during his visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 11, 2018. The general’s visit down-to-earth conversations with Airmen from across the installation allowing him an opportunity to hear their stories and communicate with them in a one-on-one manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Getting to know you

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, center, the U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force command chief, talks with aircraft structural maintenance Airmen during his visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 11, 2018. The chief’s visit included down-to-earth conversations with Airmen from across the installation, allowing him an opportunity to hear their stories and communicate with them in a one-on-one manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Thanks for all you do!

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Jerry P. Martinez, center, the U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, talks with Tech. Sgt. Jordon Jones, right, a 35th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance craftsman, during his visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 11, 2018. The general, joined by his command chief, Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, engaged with Airmen across the installation, sharing their perspective on how the 35th Fighter Wing supports the broader strategic objectives in the defense of Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Our innovative Airmen

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, right, the U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force command chief, listens as Tech. Sgt. Jordon Jones, center, a 35th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance craftsman, explains the significance of adding pieces of sheet metal to engine test facility equipment during his visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 11, 2018. The chief’s visit included down-to-earth conversations with Airmen from across the installation, allowing him an opportunity to hear their stories and communicate with them in a one-on-one manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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Let the games begin

U.S. Air Force weapons standardization Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Group, prepare to load munitions as evaluators observe during the 3rd quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan Aug. 11, 2017. Competitions test the ability of Airmen to quickly and precisely carry out the mission of power projection in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region in adherence to the Air Force's primary mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Rotating an AIM-120

U.S Air Force Staff Sgt. Russel Whitehall, left, a weapons team chief, and Senior Airman Lainer England, right, a weapons load crew member, both assigned to the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, rotate an AIM-120 advanced medium-range air-to-air missile while spectators observe during the 3rd quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2017. The two load crews are comprised of three members from either the 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit or the 13th AMU. The competitions recognize superior performers and keeps weapons loaders’ skills sharp while boosting unit morale. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Turning wrenches, loading weapons

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lanier England, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew member, prepares a BRU-57A bomb rack prior to loading a munition during the 3rd quarter loading competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2017. The 35th Fighter Wing F-16 Fighting Falcons are multi-role fighter aircraft capable of performing the suppression of enemy air defenses mission. With the largest area of responsibility of any Air Force major command, Pacific Air Forces’ responsibility covers more than 100 million square miles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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In it to win it

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Farhan Howard, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load team member, operates an MJ-1 lift truck during the 2nd quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2017. The truck transports, loads and unloads a wide variety of munitions, supplies and can lift approximately 3,000 pounds. The MJ-1, also known as a “jammer”, serves as the standard USAF bomb loading vehicle since the 1950s. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Post load inspection

U.S. Air Force weapons standardization Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Group conduct a post loading inspection after securing three various munitions on the F-16 Fighting Falcon, during the 2nd quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2017. Supplying the F-16 with munitions is one way the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons load crew Airmen display their ambition for excellence and exemplify what it takes to accomplish the mission. As an integral part of load crew tradition, these competitions furthers skills and promotes camaraderie within the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Safe and secure

A three-man load crew with the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron secure a Joint Direct Attack Munition GBU-38 to a BRU-57A bomb rack during the 2nd quarter load competition at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 11, 2017. A JDAM enables employment of accurate air-to-surface weapons against high priority fixed and relocatable targets from the F-16 Fighting Falcon. The purpose of a load crew competition is to recognize superior performers and keep weapons loaders’ skills sharp and ready for real world situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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