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U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific Jazz Ensemble performs for Misawa City

The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific Jazz Ensemble performs for Japanese nationals during the 29th Annual American Day celebration at the Misawa Civic Center in Misawa City, Japan, Oct. 7, 2017. Approximately 100,000 guests enjoyed various booths organized by U.S. service members and the Japanese community, honing Misawa Air Base’s strong international bond with the country and community of Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Ears wide open to the sound of jazz

Japanese nationals listen to the U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific Jazz Ensemble during the 29th Annual American Day celebration at the Misawa Civic Center in Misawa City, Japan, Oct. 7, 2017. Throughout the weekend, approximately 100,000 guests flocked the streets of Misawa City, while submerged in American culture and embracing international bonds. Events included live performances from Everclear and Vertical Horizon, a parade, various local performances and food stands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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An interview in front of a viper

A family is interviewed by NHK, a Japanese public broadcasting organization, in front of a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon during the 29th Annual American Day celebration at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2017. Throughout the celebration, local nationals were given the opportunity to tour a portion of the base, learning about the mission and aircraft located at Misawa AB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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EA-18G Growler inspections

U.S. Navy Airman Joaquin Flores, assigned to the “Garudas” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, performs pre-flight inspections with an EA-18G Growler at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 5, 2017. The VAQ-134 is a part of a Theater Support Package for the Indo-Asia-Pacific region currently deployed to Misawa AB under Commander Task Force 70. Additionally, the unit is one of four EA-18G units capable to deploy within the Pacific Command region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Relaying the message

U.S. Navy Aviation Machinist Mate 2nd Class Michael Cornes, assigned to the “Garudas” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, speaks to another EA-18G Growler maintainer while conducting flight operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 5, 2017. More than 200 personnel, accompanied by five Growlers, traveled across the Pacific Ocean from Naval Air Facility Whidbey Island, Washington, as part of a Theater Support Package within the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. During their tenure here, F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots from the 35th Fighter Wing will train with EA-18G pilots in efforts to develop integration tactics, techniques and procedures to maintain an electronic attack capability within the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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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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18-ship F-16 Fighting Falcon elephant walk

During Beverly Sunrise 17-07, an annual wing-wide readiness exercise planned months in advance, 18 F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 13th and 14th Fighter Squadron, line the runway during an elephant walk at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 16, 2017. BS 17-07 is a simulated deployment to test the readiness of the 35th Fighter Wing. The exercise assesses the 35th FW's ability to meet deployment and wartime taskings to better prepare for real-world scenarios throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Getting in line

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kevin Lord, 35th Operations Support Squadron commander, relays information during an 18-ship F-16 Fighting Falcons elephant walk at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 16, 2017. Exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07 is an annual wing-wide readiness exercise planned months in advance to test the readiness of the 35th Fighter Wing. The exercise assesses the 35th FW's ability to meet deployment and wartime taskings to better prepare for real-world scenarios throughout the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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The view from a wing

Specators and a pilot assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron from Kadena Air Base, Japan, watch a Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle pilot maneuver through the sky during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The F-15 Eagle is an all-weather, extremely maneuverable, tactical fighter designed to permit the Air Force to gain and maintain air supremacy over the battlefield. The air show was filled with aerial demonstrations, aircraft static displays and hands-on military equipment presentations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Bombers and fighters

Specators watch a Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle pilot maneuver through the sky during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The F-15 Eagle is an all-weather, extremely maneuverable, tactical fighter designed to permit the Air Force to gain and maintain air supremacy over the battlefield. The air show was filled with aerial demonstrations, aircraft static displays and hands-on military equipment presentations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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From a hangar

Specators watch a Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle pilot maneuver through the sky during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The F-15 Eagle is an all-weather, extremely maneuverable, tactical fighter designed to permit the Air Force to gain and maintain air supremacy over the battlefield. The air show was filled with aerial demonstrations, aircraft static displays and hands-on military equipment presentations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Wingin' it

Children stand on the wing of a Japan Air Self-Defense Forces F-2 with a JASDF F-2 pilot during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The children had the opportunity sit in cockpit of a variety of aircraft and learn about the equipment that keep the U.S. armed forces and JASDF mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Covering the cockpit

A U.S. Marine Corps crew chief covers the cockpit of an F-35B Lightning II from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, Japan, prior to the start of the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. This is the first time in Misawa AB history an F-35 has landed here. The F-35 Lightning II is a 5th Generation fighter, combining advanced stealth with fighter speed and agility, fully fused sensor information, network-enabled operations and advanced sustainment. Three variants of the F-35 will replace legacy fighters for the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Marine Corps, and Japan Air Self-Defense Forces in 2018. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Let the show begin

U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, left, 35th Fighter Wing commander, Japan Air Self-Defense Force Maj. Gen. Maj Gen Kenichi Samejima 3rd Air Wing commander and Koichiro Maita, the Misawa City vice mayor, cut a ribbon at the start of the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The bilateral air show was open to the public and showcased the U.S. armed forces and JASDF military capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Fan photos

Three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots with the 14th Fighter Squadron, pause for a photo with two local Japan nationals during Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. During the air show, attendees witnessed flying demonstrations of the F-16, F-15J, F-2, CH-47J Chinook and a UH-60J Black Hawk. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Early risers

Multiple aircraft and the respective pilots prepare for the Pacific Partners Air Festival as the sun rises at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The air show offers the public an opportunity to meet the men and women of the U.S. armed forces and Japan Self-Defense Force and see military equipment up-close. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Approaching aircraft

U.S. Air Force Capt. Drew Clasen, a 13th Fighter Squadron pilot, right, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force air traffic controllers with the ATC Squadron, watch as an aircraft approaches Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 8, 2017. The tower is responsible for all operations of flight and ground movement, ensuring safety at all times. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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JASDF military working dog

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Air Wing security member and military working dog await orders during a security procedure exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2017. In addition to the mock crash, JASDF members conducted a mock improvised explosive device exercise, perfecting entry-to-base procedures prior to the upcoming air show on Sept. 10. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Responding to the media

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Kirmis, the 35th Fighter Wing vice commander, conducts a mock press conference after a simulated aircraft crash at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2017. Press conferences allow installation commanders or other representatives to relay information to journalists, giving them the current facts on emergency situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Real-world interview

U.S. Air Force Maj. Tyson Daw, left, the air show project officer, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Col. Yusuke Shibata, right, the 3rd Air Wing Defense Section chief of defense operations division, participate in an interview with local Japanese media at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 30, 2017. This interview stressed the importance of security procedures to the local Misawa City populous and advised upcoming air show guests to avoid bringing baggage for a smoother entry. The interview broadcasted on local television. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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