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Under Pressure

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Charles Bolles, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team crew chief, checks tire pressure at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, Dec. 2, 2017. Bolles, along with the rest of the team of 12, worked all day to ensure the jets were in top-notch shape for the Nyutabura Air Show, being held Dec. 3. The PACAF F-16 Demo Team based at Misawa Air Base, Japan, promotes positive relations between the United States and nations across the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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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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Universal military bearing

Indonesian service members display military bearing during the Cope West 19 opening ceremony at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. COPE West 19 further strengthened the close partnership between the U.S. and Indonesia and highlighted 70 years of U.S.-Indonesian diplomatic relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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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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up on the hill

Airmen from the Biomedical Sciences Corps paint the side of a hill as part of a team-building event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, January 24, 2018. The event was just one of the many for the BSC appreciation week held for different fields to come together and build a sense of camaraderie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Xiomara M. Martinez)
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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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Up, up and away

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from Misawa Air Base, Japan, takes off during an aviation training relocation at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Nov. 6, 2018. Airmen practiced deployed contingency operations and executed bilateral training exercises in a geographically different environment, side-by-side with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 8th Air Wing Mitsubishi F-2s during the ATR. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Up, up we go

The Tusgumori family step into an aircraft 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 Japan Self-Defense Force mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Upside down

The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse assigned to the 4th Air Wing, 11th Squadron from Matsushima Air Base, Japan fly upside down during the Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. The rainfall consists of five Kawasaki T-4 planes that descend vertically and bloom in their own respective directions. This is an acrobatic flight that shows smoke trails spreading out in five different directions. T-4 is a middle class training aircraft used as an auxiliary aircraft in basic operational training and combat air wings in the JASDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Xiomara M. Martinez)
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USAF historical aircraft

An F-86F Sabre displays its tail number and a "USAF" marking in Risner Circle at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 18, 2018. The aircraft could climb 6,000 ft per minute and reached a maximum speed of 690 mph. The model began production in 1952, and both U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force units at Misawa AB utilized the aircraft until 1979, downing 818 MIGs during the Korean War. (U.S. Air Force photo)
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USAF tug of war team pulls into a win

The U.S. Air Force team, comprised of Airmen with the 35th Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsions shop, competes during the 15th Annual Northern Air Defense Force Commander’s Cup tug of war event, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 22, 2016. Each team consisted of 15 military members and awards were given out for the top three teams and winner in an exhibition match. In addition to this event, Japan Air Self-Defense Force held a friendship party to help participants bond in a non-work environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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VAQ-134 fly’s in the back of an F-16

(From left) U.S. Navy Lt. Tyler Vitti, an Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 EA-18 Growler pilot, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Daniel Brom, a 13th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, prepare to taxi in an F-16 during a familiarization flight at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 18, 2018. Since both aircraft execute suppression of enemy defenses, this opportunity was valuable for both set of pilots to improve joint tactics through better communication efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Vehicle Ops Airmen pose for photo

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron pose for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 25, 2017. The 35th LRS personnel pictured from left to right, Senior Airman John Proctor, Staff Sgts Scot Boone, Brent Bowes and Kyle Cherry,all vehicle operator dispatchers, and Tech. Sgt. Canaan Hatcher, not pictured, a quality assurance evaluator, rescued a Thai man Febuary 19, 2017 who was stuck upside down in snow at Niseko Mountain, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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Vertical climb

The Japan Air Self-Defense Force Blue Impulse fly straight up during Pacific Partners Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 10, 2017. Blue Impulse is an expert team specializing in acrobatic demonstrations at Japan Air Self-Defense Force airshows and major civilian events, aimed at publicizing the JASDF. Misawa hosted spectacular aerial demonstrations, static displays and featured Blue Impulse giving the Misawa community the opportunity to witness first-hand the capabilities of the U.S. armed forces and JASDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Amn Xiomara M. Martinez)
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Video for the memories

A local Japanese resident records a Misawa Air Base fire truck during the 28th Annual American Day parade showcasing the city’s bilateral partnership between U.S. military and Japanese residents in Misawa City, Japan, June 5, 2016. Events like these foster positive community engagement and afford Misawa neighbors, American and Japanese alike, opportunities to interact in a relaxed environment specifically planned for building friendships. More than 80,000 attendees from across the Aomori Prefecture traveled to Misawa City to enjoy American and Japanese culture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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View from above

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Levi Webber and Tanechi Sawagami, both 35th Civil Engineer Squadron electricians, replace deteriorating high-voltage overhead lines and hardware at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 15, 2020. Over the course of three weeks, four Japanese Nationals technicians and ten 35 CES and JASDF electricians replaced 3,000 meters (1.9 miles) of 30-year-old power lines and hardware. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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Views from the tower

Spectators prepare to observe a demonstration by six F-16 Fighting Falcons pilots during the annual Range Day event at Draughon Range in Misawa, Japan, Oct. 26, 2017. The event allowed families to see the 35th Fighter Wing and mission up-close through flight exhibitions and demonstrations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Vision test

A Sri Lanka man gets his vision checked by a U.S. Airman while a translator provides assistance during Pacific Angel (PACANGEL) 16-3 in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Aug. 17, 2016. PACANGEL is a total force, joint and combined humanitarian assistance/civil military operation led by U.S. Pacific Air Forces. Assistance during PACANGEL included general health, dental, optometry and physical therapy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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Visiting local establishments in Misawa City

U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, hands a prevention flag to a local business owner during the End-of-Year Traffic Safety and Crime Prevention Campaign in Misawa City, Dec. 14, 2017. The campaign gathered volunteers dedicated to combating crimes and eliminating alcohol-related incidents, fraud and traffic accidents throughout the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Visual Inspection

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Beau Blackburn, a dedicated crew chief with the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, shines a flashlight into an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 16, 2016. Visibility is a necessary aspect of inspections when maintenance Airmen search throughout an aircraft for parts or damage. Blackburn is from Iona, Idaho. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter)
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