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First operational JASDF F-35A makes its debut at Misawa AB

The first operational Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35A taxis during an arrival ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2018. The aircraft is a high-performance, multirole aircraft with advanced sensor packaging designed to distribute more information than any other fighter aircraft, giving pilots a critical advantage over adversaries. Japan is one of 12 countries to purchase the F-35A in efforts to maximize air superiority. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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F-35A arrives at Misawa AB

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members and 35th Fighter Wing and Naval Air Facility-Misawa leadership watch the arrival of the first JASDF F-35A at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2018. The aircraft is a high-performance, multirole aircraft with advanced sensor packaging designed to distribute more information than any other fighter aircraft, giving pilots a critical advantage over adversaries. Japan is one of 12 countries to purchase the F-35A in efforts to maximize air superiority. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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F-35A sits on Misawa AB flightline

The first operational Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35A sits on the flightline while an F-16 Fighting Falcon takes off during the F-35A’s arrival ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 25, 2018. In the upcoming Japanese fiscal year, nine more aircraft will join this one to incept the first fifth-generation fighter squadron as part of the JASDF’s 3rd Air Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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Awaiting F-35A arrival

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members line up prior to the first operational JASDF F-35A arrival ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 26, 2018. Total, JASDF plans to acquire 42 F-35A’s as successors to its F-4 fighting aircraft. In total, JASDF plans to acquire 42 F-35As as successors to its F-4s. A commemorative ceremony is scheduled for Feb. 24 at Misawa AB to celebrate the official initial deployment of a JASDF F-35A. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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A pleseant suprise

Karen Jorgenson, right, the American Red Cross regional program manager, presents Jessica McCollum, left, the American Red Cross chairman of volunteers, with the President's Lifetime Achievement Award at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 18, 2017. Jessica accumulated more than 4,000 volunteer hours, earning her the highest honor for volunteerism, which the President of the United States recognizes with a personalized certificate, an official pin, coin and congratulatory letter. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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4,000 hours in 3 years

Jessica McCollum, the American Red Cross chairman of volunteers, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, pauses for a photo with the President's Lifetime Achievement Award, Dec. 18, 2017. The award recognizes those who contribute more than 4,000 hours of service in their lifetime. Jessica accrued more than 4,000 volunteer hours over the course of three years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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They go marching on

U.S. Air Force Col. Philip Holmes, the 35th Mission Support Group commander, stands at attention during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year at Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2017. During the event, Team Misawa leaders and Misawa City local leaders honored the current firefighters and those who lost their lives in line of duty and concluded with ceremonially wishing the entire congregation a safe and successful year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Light cart lights the way

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kyler Record, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, stands in front of a light cart at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 16, 2017. Every couple of months, the AMU's and Fighter Squadrons conduct night operations, increasing temporary duty and deployment readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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Mashling light sticks

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sydnii Auston, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit electrical environmental systems technician, holds marshling light sticks at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 16, 2017. Every couple of months, the AMU's and Fighter Squadrons conduct night operations, increasing temporary duty and deployment readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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Through the shadows

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Sydnii Austin, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit electrical environmental systems technician, stands in front of a light cart at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 16, 2017. Every couple of months, the AMU's and Fighter Squadrons conduct night operations, increasing temporary duty and deployment readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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When night falls

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kyler Record, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, inspects an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 16, 2017. Every couple of months, the AMU's and Fighter Squadrons cunduct night operations, increasing temporary duty and deployment readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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Posing at night

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kyler Record, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, poses for a photo on top of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 16, 2017. Every couple of months, Record and other maintainers conduct night operations, increasing temporary duty and deployment readiness by working in limited visibility and harsh weather. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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Looking through panels

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kyler Record, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit dedicated crew chief, inspects an F-16 Fighting Falcon panel at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Jan. 16, 2017. Every couple of months, Airmen who typically work day shift, switch to nights in order to gain the necessary experience for optimal combat readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany A. Chase)
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A pendant like no other

A Misawa City Fire Department pin hangs on a firefighter’s uniform during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. The pendant recognizes and distinguishes firefighters who have dedicated more than 15 years of work to their profession. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Honor and salute

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department salute Misawa City Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year parade in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. During the ceremony, Misawa Air Base and Misawa City leadership along with many firefighters wished all participants a successful and safe year, while the city mayor greeted each unit who works to keep the city safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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To honor them too

Orika Saryuya, a Japanese national, salutes during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year parade in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi took time to salute all firefighters and supporting units to honor them for their duty and dedication while the fire department showed local spectators their swift ability to respond to an alert call. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Just stand still

A Misawa City Fire Department firefighter stands by during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year parade in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. Misawa City and Misawa Air Base firefighters paraded around the streets to display their equipment and vehicles used to defend the city against fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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It's time to go

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Shane Perkins, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, lifts a door up to reach for fire equipment during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. Misawa Air Base partners with the Misawa City Fire Department to fight flames and keep the city safe. Both teams participated in the ceremony to culturally connect and strengthen bonds between the United States and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Flags on the street

Misawa City fire department volunteers post flags during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. Misawa City invited 35th Fighter Wing and Japan Air Self-Defense Force 3rd Air Wing leadership to the event, providing opportunities to honor those who lost their lives in line of duty and wish firefighters a safe and successful year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Rev it up

A Misawa City Fire Department fire chief starts a firetruck’s engine during the Annual Misawa City Fire Department New Year ceremony in Misawa City, Japan, Jan. 14, 2018. During the event, members displayed how they execute a response to a fire alert call for each vehicle, demonstrating the swift capabilities of both the Misawa City and 35th Civil Engineer Squadron fire departments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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