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Fun nights in Yamada

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members with the 37th Surveillance Squadron and a U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Hannah Tatum, a 35th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmissions systems technician, pause for a photo during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. During the exchange, personnel worked together and fellowshipped with one another to deepen bonds and enhance mission execution through getting to know each other both inside and outside of a work environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Language book learning

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Senior Airman Shimizu, left, a 37th Surveillance Squadron radar maintenance technician, looks at a Japanese phrase book with U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Hannah Tatum’s, a 35th Communications Squadron radio frequency transmission systems technician, during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. U.S. Air Force members from various career fields stayed with their JASDF counterparts to better integrate with each other. Participants obtained a deeper understanding of cultural differences and learned to perform tasks together, ensuring fluid mission execution in the future. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Photojournalist

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. John Alsvig, the 35th Fighter Wing command chief, speaks with a Japan Air Self-Defense Force 37th Surveillance Squadron member during a bilateral exchange program at Yamada Sub Base, Yamada Town, Japan, Oct. 17, 2018. Alsvig fellowshipped with the 37th SS’s leadership and familiarized himself with their mission, strengthening U.S. and Japanese bonds. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Laughter between strangers

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Mario Perez, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team avionics technician, and an attendee of the Hofu Air Show laugh after taking a photo together at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. Interacting with the community is one aspect of the team's overall mission, the other being a display of the F-16's air power. In conjunction with the show schedule, team members also support of the 35th Fighter Wing's mission on a day-to-day basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Preparing to return home

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team crew chief, uses hand signals to communicate with Capt. Phil Bourquin, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, prior to takeoff from Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, June 4, 2018. The team's purpose is to strengthen the U.S. relationship with countries in the Indo-Pacific region through demonstrations and interactions with airshow guests. The PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team's next performance is in Anchorage, Alaska. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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My right your left

Members of the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team, conduct a ground performance prior to takeoff for the Hofu Air Show practice at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, June 1, 2018. Due to the runway being too short for the F-16 Fighting Falcon to takeoff and land, the show was staged, meaning the jet launched from a different location than where the air show took place. The team includes one pilot, two narrators, one safety observer, a superintendent and a maintenance team composed of three crew chiefs and four specialists, responsible for the aircraft's avionics and electrical systems and engine. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Hello down there

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team pilot, waves to the crowd during the Hofu Air Show at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. Impellizzeri performed 14 maneuvers during the 15-minute display of the F-16's capabilities. These demonstrations allow the team to showcase the jet’s capabilities and engage local communities throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Starstruck

Capt. Phil Bourquin, a Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team safety observer, prepares to sign a child’s hat during the Hofu Air Show at Hofu-kita Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2018. For some of the air show attendees, this was their first interaction with Americans. One of the PACAF F-16 Demo Team's priorities is to make personal contact with local nationals on and off the flight line, establishing positive relationships throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Flying alongside the tanker

A U.S. Air Force pilot from the 14th Fighter Squadron flies next to a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to Kadena Air Base in an F-16 Fighting Falcon after refueling during a defensive counterair mission over the Pacific Ocean Feb. 27, 2018. While the F-16 does not typically allow for hours-long flights, in-air refueling extends the pilot’s ability to continue operations without having to land and refuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Better Together

Two U.S. Air Force pilots from the 14th Fighter Squadron fly their F-16 Fighting Falcons next to a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to Kadena Air Base after refueling during a defensive counterair mission over the Pacific Ocean Feb. 27, 2018. While the F-16 does not typically allow for hours-long flights, in-air refueling extends the pilot’s ability to continue operations without having to land and refuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Refueling

A U.S. Air Force pilot from the 14th Fighter Squadron refuels from a KC-135 Stratotanker in an F-16 Fighting Falcon for refueling during a defensive counterair mission over the Pacific Ocean Feb. 27, 2018. While the F-16 does not typically allow for hours-long flights, in-air refueling extends the pilot’s ability to continue operations without having to land and refuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Three Ship Formation

Three U.S. Air Force pilots from the 14th Fighter Squadron fly their F-16 Fighting Falcons in formation behind a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to Kadena Air Base after refueling during a defensive counterair mission over the Pacific Ocean Feb. 27, 2018. While the F-16 does not typically allow for hours-long flights, in-air refueling extends the pilot’s ability to continue operations without having to land and refuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Lining up the boom

A U.S. Air Force pilot from the 14th Fighter Squadron approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker in an F-16 Fighting Falcon for refueling during a defensive counterair mission over the Pacific Ocean Feb. 27, 2018. While the F-16 does not typically allow for hours-long flights, in-air refueling extends the pilot’s ability to continue operations without having to land and refuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Here comes the boom

A U.S. Air Force pilot from the 14th Fighter Squadron approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker in an F-16 Fighting Falcon for refueling during a defensive counterair mission over the Pacific Ocean Feb. 27, 2018. While the F-16 does not typically allow for hours-long flights, in-air refueling extends the pilot’s ability to continue operations without having to land and refuel. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Bedding Down

U.S. Air Force Airmen cover an F-16 Fighting Falcon’s exhaust during exercise COPE NORTH at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 23, 2018. COPE NORTH is a long-standing exercise designed to strengthen relationships in the Indo-Pacific region through air operations, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief training. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Bedding Down

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Gage Putman, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, examines a panel on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during exercise COPE NORTH at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 23, 2018. COPE NORTH is a long-standing exercise designed to strengthen relationships in the Indo-Pacific region through air operations, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief training. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Rolled Up

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Matthew Satterfield, 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit electrical and environmental specialist journeyman, rolls up a hose during exercise COPE NORTH at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 23, 2018. COPE NORTH is a long-standing exercise designed to strengthen relationships in the Indo-Pacific region through air operations, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief training. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Putting on the tags

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Julie Miranda, 14th Airman Maintenance Unit weapons loader, safes an F-16 Fighting Falcon during exercise COPE NORTH at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 23, 2018. COPE NORTH is a long-standing exercise designed to strengthen relationships in the Indo-Pacific region through air operations, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief training. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Recovery

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Anthony Kovacs, Jr., 14th Aircraft Maintenance Unit crew chief, recovers an F-16 Fighting Falcon during exercise COPE NORTH at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 23, 2018. COPE NORTH is a long-standing exercise designed to strengthen relationships in the Indo-Pacific region through air operations, humanitarian assistance/disaster relief training. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Lauren Linscott)
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Yum, yummy and yum

Peppermint pretzel snacks sit in a tray at Hirosaki, Japan, Dec. 9, 2017. The 35th Operations Group raised approximately $3,750 in order to provide food, a bouncy castle and gifts from Santa during their Hirosaki Ai-Sei-En Orphanage visit, letting the children know they are loved and cared for by people outside of their community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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