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Heavy Weapons Qualification

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 35th Security Forces Squadron pose for a group photo after heavy weapons qualification at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 18, 2024. Combat arms instructors conduct heavy weapons qualification every quarter to ensure that members are capable of firing from a mounted vehicle or bipod to increase the adaptability and mission readiness.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) members carefully move munitions during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 8, 2024. This year's iteration of exercise CAPEX focused on coalition interoperability by integrating Royal Australian Air Force and JASDF personnel, demonstrating the abilities of international partners working together to generate combat air power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members construct munitions during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 8, 2024. This iteration of CAPEX was the first iteration held at Misawa Air Base since 1993 and the first iteration ever to be conducted alongside two partner nations in support of the Department of the Air Force’s modernization for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members work side by side to build munitions during Combat Ammunition Production Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 8, 2024. Participating members practiced building bombs in both a home station and an expeditionary environment, showcasing Agile Combat Employment concepts designed to elevate Pacific Air Forces and partners’ adaptability for great power competition throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members work side by side to build munitions during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 8, 2024. CAPEX provided participants with realistic readiness training in an around-the-clock combat air power production scenario, ensuring Pacific Air Forces and its allies remain prepared to defend a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members construct munitions together during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 8, 2024. Exercises like CAPEX allow U.S. Air Force members to exchange mission knowledge and skills with partner nations, building adaptable interoperability in the event of contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force and Royal Australian Air Force members construct munitions together during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 8, 2024. This year's iteration of exercise CAPEX demonstrated coalition interoperability by integrating Royal Australian Air Force and JASDF personnel, as part of the Department of the Air Force’s modernization for Great Power Competition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force and Royal Australian Air Force members construct munitions together during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 8, 2024. Exercises like CAPEX enable Pacific Air Forces personnel to test various unit readiness capabilities alongside allies and partners, strengthening interoperability and adaptability for Agile Combat Employment strategies across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

A U.S. Air Force 14th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew team carries a live AIM-9 Sidewinder missile back to a munitions trailer after conducting an F-16 Fighting Falcon weapons load during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise (CAPEX) at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2024. The CAPEX exercise emphasized mission readiness and interoperability among Pacific Air Forces, Royal Australian Air Force, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force munitions specialists. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Chase Streetman, Staff Sgt. Seon Dodson and Airman 1st Class Victor Lephart, 14th Fighter Generation weapons load team, secure a live AIM-120 advanced medium-range air-to-air missile onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2024. The exercise involved multiple units across Pacific Air Forces working together with Royal Australian Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense members, building the capabilities of mission ready Airmen responsible for defending a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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Combat Generation Exercise Reinforces Trilateral Partnerships Among U.S., Japanese, Australian Allies

U.S. Air Force 14th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew members secure an AIM-120 advanced medium-range air-to-air missile onto an MJ-1 lift truck during an F-16 Fighting Falcon live weapons load during a Combat Ammunition Production Exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 6, 2024. The exercise, involving multiple Pacific Air Forces units, the Royal Australian Air Force, and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, focused on the three nations’ weapon specialists conducting around-the-clock combat air power to enhance mission readiness and interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1602

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis down the runway after completing a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team commander, holds practice flights to keep up with certifications allowing them to perform aerial maneuvers for public audiences and showcase the agile combat capabilities of the multi-role fighter aircraft utilized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies and partners around the world. The team’s primary mission is to inspire goodwill and promote positive relations between the U.S. and partner nations across the Pacific by showcasing displays of aerial maneuverability and dedication to U.S. Air Force core values. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1587

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon conducts aerial demonstration maneuvers during a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team commander, holds practice flights to keep up with certifications allowing them to perform aerial maneuvers for public audiences and showcase the agile combat capabilities of the multi-role fighter aircraft utilized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies and partners around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1545

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon conducts aerial demonstration maneuvers during a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team commander, holds practice flights to keep up with certifications allowing them to perform aerial maneuvers for public audiences and showcase the agile combat capabilities of the multi-role fighter aircraft utilized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies and partners around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1483

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon conducts aerial demonstration maneuvers during a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team commander, holds practice flights to keep up with certifications allowing them to perform aerial maneuvers for public audiences and showcase the agile combat capabilities of the multi-role fighter aircraft utilized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies and partners around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1456

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon conducts aerial demonstration maneuvers during a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team commander, holds practice flights to keep up with certifications allowing them to perform aerial maneuvers for public audiences and showcase the agile combat capabilities of the multi-role fighter aircraft utilized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies and partners around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1444

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon conducts aerial demonstration maneuvers during a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team commander, holds practice flights to keep up with certifications allowing them to perform aerial maneuvers for public audiences and showcase the agile combat capabilities of the multi-role fighter aircraft utilized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies and partners around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1385

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon conducts aerial demonstration maneuvers during a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team commander, holds practice flights to keep up with certifications allowing them to perform aerial maneuvers for public audiences and showcase the agile combat capabilities of the multi-role fighter aircraft utilized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies and partners around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1309

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon rolls into aerial demonstration maneuvers during a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Capt. Ethan “Bantam” Smith, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team commander , holds practice flights to keep up with certifications allowing them to perform aerial maneuvers for public audiences and showcase the agile combat capabilities of the multi-role fighter aircraft utilized by North Atlantic Treaty Organization allies and partners around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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240312-F-YW474-1192

U.S. Air Force Capt. Stephen “Booster” Bost, Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team safety officer, and Tech. Sgt. Matthew “Jaws” Kronick, PACAF F-16 Demonstration Team assistant superintendent, observe aerial maneuvers and communicate with the F-16 Fighting Falcon demonstration pilot during a practice flight March 12, 2024, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. The team conducted the aerial demonstration practice to ensure flight certifications and safety requirements are fulfilled for upcoming airshows. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Peter Reft)
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