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Wild Weasels take off during VIGILANT ACE 18

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing at Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes off at at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 6, 2017, during VIGILANT ACE 18. More than 280 Airmen and 18 F-16s from the 35th FW participated in the annual flying exercise, encompassing more than 12,000 personnel on the Korean Peninsula, further developing readiness and interoperability within the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Under the belly of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Antonio Manson, a 35th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion craftsman, tends to an oil leak on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 6, 2017. VIGILANT ACE is an annual flying exercise, encompassing more than 12,000 personnel on the Korean Peninsula. More than 280 Airmen and 18 F-16s from the 35th Fighter Wing participated in the exercise, further developing readiness and interoperability within the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Routine maintenance during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kenneth Gleason, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, conducts maintenance inspections on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 6, 2017. The 35th Fighter Wing relocated more than 280 personnel and 18 F-16 Fighting Falcons to further enhance the wing’s ‘fight tonight’ capability during the annual exercise held across the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Claw for luck during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Keefe McIntosh, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, throws up the “Panther Claw” to an oncoming F-16 Fighting Falcon during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 5, 2017. VIGILANT ACE 18 tested the abilities of 35th Fighter Wing pilots, maintainers and other supporting agencies to exercise rapid regional response within the Indo-Asia- Pacific region and sustain operations away from home station. VIGILANT ACE is an annual flying exercise encompassing more than 12,000 personnel on the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Towing Vipers during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron tow an F-16 Fighting Falcon into a hardened aircraft shelter during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 5, 2017. Maintainers and pilots worked together to manually push aircraft backwards due to the significant size difference of Osan AB HASs compared to those at Misawa AB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Airmen receive prime training during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Nicholas Ward, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron maintenance cell boss, walks down the flight line during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 5, 2017. The responsibilities of a cell boss includes ensuring his personnel, six F-16s and everything that comes along with quality of life and maintenance issues is top notch for mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Airmen receive prime training during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Capt. Nicholas DeWulf, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, waits as Airman 1st Class Mnason Mikesell, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, conducts preflight inspections during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 4, 2017. The 35th Fighter Wing relocated more than 280 personnel and 18 F-16 Fighting Falcons to further enhance the wing’s ‘fight tonight’ capability during the annual exercise held across the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Airmen receive prime training during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Ricardo Arzadon, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics journeyman, stands outside a harden aircraft shelter during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 4, 2017. More than 280 personnel relocated to Osan AB for the annually held exercise, further enhancing the region’s joint and bilateral readiness among sister services and Indo-Asia-Pacific allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Airmen receive prime training during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Capt. Brittany Trimble, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, waits to taxi out of a harden aircraft shelter during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 4, 2017. More than 280 personnel relocated to Osan AB for the annually held exercise, further enhancing the region’s joint and bilateral readiness among sister services and Indo-Asia- Pacific allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Airmen receive prime training during VIGILANT ACE 18

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Christopher Moeller, the 13th Fighter Squadron commander, throws up the “Panther Claw” during an in-processing brief during VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 2, 2017. VIGILANT ACE 18 tests the abilities of 35th Fighter Wing pilots, maintainers and other supporting agencies to exercise rapid regional response within the Indo-Asia-Pacific region and sustain operations away from home station. VIGILANT ACE 18 is an annual flying exercise encompassing more than 12,000 personnel on the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Inprocessing

U.S. Air Force crew chiefs assigned to the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron listen to in-processing briefings prior to VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 30, 2017. Once Airmen disembark transport aircraft, local 51st Fighter Wing briefings impart better understanding of procedures, exercise rules of engagement and supporting agencies available for use. More than 280 personnel relocated to Osan AB for the annually held exercise, further enhancing the region’s joint and bilateral readiness among sister services and Indo-Asia- Pacific allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Steppin' With a Smile

U.S. Air Force Capt. Brittany Trimble, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, steps from her jet prior to VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 30, 2017. VIGILANT ACE 18 tests the abilities of 35th Fighter Wing pilots, maintainers and other supporting agencies to exercise rapid regional response within the Indo-Asia- Pacific region and sustain operations away from home station. VIGILANT ACE 18 is an annual flying exercise encompassing more than 12,000 personnel on the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Exercise Vigilant Ace 18

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Lonnie Jessie, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, waits to refuel an F-16 Fighting Falcon prior to VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 1, 2017. More than 280 personnel arrived at Osan AB fully equipped and ready to participate in the annually held flying exercise. During the training, 35th Fighter Wing Airmen embed with 51st FW Airmen, ensuring seamless operations for the duration of the exercise.(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Unpacking for Vigilant Ace 18

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Enrique Verbera, a 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, begins to unload essential cargo prior to VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 1, 2017. The 35th Fighter Wing relocated more than 280 personnel and 18 F-16 Fighting Falcons to further enhance the wing’s “fight tonight” capability during the annual exercise held across the Korean Peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Weasels arrive for Vigilant Ace 18

An F-16 Fighting Falcon with the 13th Fighter Squadron taxis to a hardened aircraft shelter prior to the start of VIGILANT ACE 18 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 30, 2017. VIGILANT ACE 18 is an annual flying exercise encompassing more than 12,000 personnel on the Korean Peninsula and will be executed Dec. 4 through 8. More than 280 Airmen and 18 F-16s from the 35th Fighter Wing are currently participating in the exercise, further developing readiness and interoperability within the Indo-Asia- Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Taking in the rotunda

U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, stands in the middle of the U.S. Capitol rotunda in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. The Air Force Chief of Staff’s office teamed up with the Air Force Legislative Liaison office to create a program giving first-time wing commanders the opportunity to visit members of Capitol Hill and express installation concerns. This program helps establish and enhance long-lasting relationships with elected officials. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Indulging in history

U.S. Air Force Capt. Benjamin Walters, left, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, and Col. R. Scott Jobe, right, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, view sculptures in the United States Capitol crypt in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. During a visit to Capitol Hill, 35th FW leadership discussed issues Team Misawa personnel endure, such as operational and fleet readiness, aging infrastructure and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Talking shop

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Chuck Frizzell, left, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, and Col. R. Scott Jobe, center, the 35th FW commander, speak with Maj. Gen. Steven Basham, the Air Force Legislative Liaison director, after meeting with various senators and representatives in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. Basham is charged with the responsibility to be the liaison between the Air Force and Congress on all Air Force programs, air and space weapons systems and issues. Additionally, he and his team prepare the Secretary, Chief of Staff of the Air Force or other senior leaders for Capitol Hill engagements. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Photo time

(From left to right) U.S. Air Force Capt. Benjamin Walters, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, Chief Master Sgt. Chuck Frizzell, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, Guam Representative Madeleine Bordallo, Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th FW commander, and Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman, a 35th FW Public Affairs photojournalist, pose for a photo after an office call in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. Bordallo is on the Committee of Armed Services and is the ranking member within the Subcommittee on Readiness, which oversees all military services, military readiness, training, construction and family housing concerns. (Courtesy photo)
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Discussions

Alaska Representative Don Young speaks with Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, Chief Master Sgt. Chuck Frizzell, the 35th FW command chief, and Capt. Benjamin Walters, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, during an office call in Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2017. During a visit to Capitol Hill, 35th FW leadership discussed issues Team Misawa personnel endure, such as operational and fleet readiness, aging infrastructure and quality of life concerns. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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