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U.S. Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing, prepare cargo during a Multi-Capable Airmen course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2021. Teaching Airmen in various career fields how to prepare cargo for airlift increases readiness by enabling the Air Force to push more cargo to various locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Antwain Hanks)
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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Oscar Fletes, 35th Operation Support Squadron radar airfield weather systems technician, inspects a communication flyaway kit for setup during a Multi-Capable Airmen course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2021. Communication flyaway kits provide communication capabilities to personnel in even the most austere locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Antwain Hanks)
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"Port Dawg" Challenge Training

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members practice loading cargo onto a truck using a forklift during training for the upcoming 2021 Hickam Air Force Base “Port Dawg” Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2021. During the challenge, 5th Air Force air transportation specialists, or “Port Dawgs”, will test their technical expertise, while fostering teamwork and camaraderie within the aerial port career field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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"Port Dawg" Challenge Training

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member operates a forklift to stack wooden pallets during training for the upcoming 2021 Hickam Air Force Base “Port Dawg” Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2021. “Port Dawgs”, also known as air transportation specialists or aerial porters, are responsible for all management and movement of cargo and passengers transported to and from aerial ports. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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"Port Dawg" Challenge Training

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Michael Frederick, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation trainer, operates a forklift to pick up a wooden pallet during training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2021. During the training for the upcoming 2021 Hickam Air Force Base “Port Dawg” Challenge, U.S. and Japan Air Self-Defense Force airmen competed in a friendly race through multiple obstacles to assess their abilities on how quickly and properly they can operate a forklift. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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"Port Dawg" Challenge Training

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tyler Oravits, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation support operator, watches Japan Air Self-Defense Force members practice unloading cargo off a truck using a forklift during training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2021. Though the training focused on preparation for JASDF members participation in the upcoming 2021 Hickam Air Force Base “Port Dawg” Challenge, the lessons learned during the training apply to future exercises and deployments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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"Port Dawg" Challenge Training

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member, watches U.S Airmen from the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation demonstrate how to load cargo onto a truck using a forklift during training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2021. Airmen from the 35th LRS Ground Transportation helped prepare and train JASDF members on forklift operations, procedures and exercises in preparation for the 2021 Hickam Air Force Base “Port Dawg” Challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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"Port Dawg" Challenge Training

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Fickle, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation NCOIC of training validation and operation, displays how to operate a forklift to Japan Air Self-Defense Force members during training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2021. The upcoming 2021 Hickam Air Force Base “Port Dawg” Challenge is held by Air Force Reserve Command every two years to competitively train aerial port squadrons and foster esprit de corps. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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"Port Dawg" Challenge Training

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Fickle, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron Ground Transportation NCOIC of training validation and operation, showcases and explains different parts of a forklift to Japan Air Self-Defense Force members during training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 5, 2021. The upcoming 2021 Hickam Air Force Base “Port Dawg” Challenge is an aerial port competition created to promote professionalism, demonstrate global mission capabilities, and help identify best practices to improve wartime readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Four-Legged Wingmen: Misawa’s Own Military Working Dogs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Lawson, a Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, and Assan, a MWD, both assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron, search between various vehicles during detection training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2021. The dogs train on detecting explosives and narcotics, as well as controlled aggression tactics, when detaining suspects. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Four-Legged Wingmen: Misawa’s Own Military Working Dogs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Lawson, a 35th Security Forces Squadron (SFS) Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, follows behind his partner, Assan, a MWD, assigned to the 35th SFS, as he searches between two vehicles during detection training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2021. The MWDs selection process begins when the dogs receive their initial training at Lackland Air Base in San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Four-Legged Wingmen: Misawa’s Own Military Working Dogs

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Lawson, a Military Working Dog (MWD) handler, and Assan, a MWD, both assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron, search to find an odor during detection training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2021. The MWD and handler conduct daily training overseen by the trainer to ensure they are both proficient and maintain the required standard. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Leon Redfern)
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Standing in the cargo bay

A U.S. Airman with the 1st Special Operations Squadron from Kadena Air Base, Japan, opens the cargo bay door during a forward area refueling point training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. FARP entails the rapid transfer of fuel from one aircraft to another. On this occasion, an MC-130J Commando II and four F-16 Fighting Falcon completed the procedure with all engines running. This capability makes it possible for fighter aircraft to land, replenish fuel and return to air-battle operations within a short timeframe in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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3,000 lbs of fuel in less than 10

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron and 1st Special Operations Squadron from Kadena Air Base, Japan, refuel an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a forward area refueling point training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. When a fighter squadron has FARP support, options are vastly increased, as any accessible airfield or island can be used to replenish fighters and send them back to the fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Connection check

A U.S. Airman with the 1st Special Operations Squadron from Kadena Air Base, Japan, inspects the fuel hose connection to a MC-130J Commando II during a forward area refueling point training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. FARP plays a role in the U.S. military’s adaptive basing abilities to deliver airpower and lethality more efficiently anywhere in the world by being able to provide a mobile refueling point anywhere an aircraft can land. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Let the refueling commence

A U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II refuels an F-16 Fighting Falcon with its engines on during a forward area refueling point training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. Without FARP capabilities, U.S. Air Force aircraft are limited to air-to-air refueling and permanently-installed bases for their refueling needs. However, when a fighter squadron has FARP support, options are vastly increased, as any accessible airfield or island can be used to replenish fighters and send them back to the fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Pulling the fuel hose to the F-16

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Guerrero, an 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member from Kadena Air Base, Japan, runs the fuel hose to the F-16 Fighting Falcon during a FARP training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. FARP, a specialty within the petroleum, oils and lubrication career field, trains Airmen to effectively refuel aircraft in remote locations when air-to-air refueling is not possible or when fueling stations are not accessible. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Waiting to refuel

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Trey Branch, an 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member, waits to refuel an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a FARP training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. Members of the 18th LRS and 1st Special Operations Squadron validated their FARP training and certified five crewmembers on the procedures, while Misawa Airmen observed the refueling capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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FARP setup

U.S. Airmen from the 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron and 1st Special Operations Squadron from Kadena Air Base, Japan, prepare for a forward area refueling point training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. Members of the 18th LRS and 1st SOS validated their FARP training and certified five crewmembers on the procedures, while Misawa Airmen observed the refueling capability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Training with a smile

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Guerrero, an 18th Logistic Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team member from Kadena Air Base, Japan, carries a section of a fuel hose to a MC-130J Commando II during a FARP training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 25, 2020. FARP entails the rapid transfer of fuel from one aircraft to another. On this occasion, an MC-130J Commando II and four F-16 Fighting Falcons completed the procedure with all engines running. This capability makes it possible for fighter aircraft to land, replenish fuel and return to air-battle operations within a short timeframe in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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