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241114-F-NU460-1003

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kyle Johnson, 14th Fighter Squadron aircrew flight equipment (AFE) assistant noncommissioned officer in charge, sews an F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot life preserver unit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2024. Regular maintenance underscores the AFE's vital role in ensuring operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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241114-F-NU460-1003

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Lars John Bagalawis, 14th Fighter Squadron aircrew flight equipment floor lead, inspects an F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot helmet at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2024. Regular inspections help maintain the safety standards required for flight operations, directly contributing to the squadron's mission readiness and pilot safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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241114-F-NU460-1003

A Remove Before Flight tag lies on a counter at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2024. Aircrew flight equipment technicians conduct thorough pre-flight checks and post-flight inspections to ensure aircrew equipment is always in top condition, minimizing the risk of equipment failure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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241114-F-NU460-1003

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aidan Newell, 35th Operations Group aircrew flight equipment (AFE) noncommissioned officer in charge, left, and Tech. Sgt. Ian Rider, 35th Maintenance Squadron egress section noncommissioned officer in charge, pose for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2024. The collaboration between AFE and the Egress Section ensures the readiness and safety of critical equipment, with AFE maintaining aircrew flight gear and the egress section overseeing ejection seat functionality, directly supporting the 35th Fighter Wing’s mission to protect, defend, and deter adversaries in the Indo-Pacific while maintaining combat lethality and a free and open region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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241114-F-NU460-1003

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aidan Newell, 35th Operations Group aircrew flight equipment noncommissioned officer in charge, fills out a Time Delay Cartridge form at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 14, 2024. Regular maintenance ensures that the equipment used by pilots is ready for emergency scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)
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241112-F-KM882-1019

A rollover plow prepares for the obstacle course during the Snow Rodeo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2024. The Snow Rodeo showcases the skills and training required to operate heavy machinery, ensuring the 35th Fighter Wing remains operational during inclement weather — reinforcing the Indo-Pacific’s focus on readiness, innovation, and lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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241112-F-KM882-1054

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kristine Legate, Misawa American Forces Network producer, operates a heavy vehicle snow operations simulator at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2024. Misawa Air Base’s snow simulator allows personnel to practice realistic heavy equipment maneuvering with hydraulic feedback, multiple screens, and authentic input controls — this cutting-edge technology empowers operators to hone their skills in a realistic and engaging environment, ensuring the 35th Fighter Wing remains operational and mission-capable even in the most extreme winter conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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241112-F-KM882-1067

A rollover plow overlooks the Snow Rodeo course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2024. The Snow Rodeo demonstrates the 35th Fighter Wing’s heavy machinery expertise, a crucial skill set for maintaining mission capability during winter conditions and strengthening the Indo-Pacific’s goals of resilience, innovation, and preparedness. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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241112-F-KM882-1103

A U.S. Air Force Airman, assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron, demonstrates how to operate a Front-end Loader for a Snow Rodeo course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2024. The Snow Rodeo highlights the expertise of operators who master the heavy machinery, enabling the 35th Fighter Wing to maintain its mission-readiness and operational effectiveness even in harsh winter conditions - underscoring the Indo-Pacific region's commitment to readiness, innovation, and strategic lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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241112-F-KM882-1131

A U.S. Air Force Airman, assigned to the 35th Civil Engineer Squadron, unloads gravel into a dump truck during the Snow Rodeo course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 12, 2024. The Snow Rodeo demonstrates the 35th Fighter Wing’s heavy machinery expertise, a crucial skill set for maintaining mission capability during winter conditions and strengthening the Indo-Pacific’s goals of resilience, innovation, and preparedness. (U.S. Air Force photo Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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241105-F-EP621-1094

An Airman assigned to the 87th Electronic Warfare Squadron climbs down the side of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a Combat Shield readiness assessment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2024. Combat shield assessments evaluate how new technologies integrate with existing systems, providing valuable feedback, supporting the 35th Fighter Wing's mission of maintaining technological superiority and advancing capabilities to stay ahead of emerging threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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241105-F-EP621-1021

Airmen assigned to 87th Electronic Warfare Squadron analyze data collection sheets during a Combat Shield readiness assessment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2024. Combat shield assessments evaluate the effectiveness of U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon's defensive systems such as radar, jamming, and electronic warfare in realistic combat scenarios, identifying potential vulnerabilities to ensure operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Wild Weasel Walk-through: 35th MXS Munitions Flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, right, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Julia Danke-Garcia, 35th Maintenance Squadron Munitions Flight conventional munitions crew chief, examine notes during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2024. The munitions flight oversees the management, storage, and maintenance of munitions, including bombs, missiles, and ammunition, ensuring these critical resources are safely handled and ready for immediate use in support of a flexible operational posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Wild Weasel Walk-through: 35th MXS Munitions Flight

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Victor Sanchez-Robles, 35th Maintenance Squadron Munitions Flight conventional munitions crew chief, explains bomb assembly to Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2024. The munitions flight is instrumental in logistics, managing the rapid and efficient deployment of diverse munitions, ensuring that both base operations and forward-deployed units are fully equipped and ready to respond effectively to emerging challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Wild Weasel Walk-through: 35th MXS Munitions Flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, left, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) deputy commander, Senior Airman Victor Sanchez-Robles, center, 35th Maintenance Squadron Munitions Flight conventional munitions crew chief, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. David Najera, 35th FW command chief, assemble an inert GBU-38 bomb during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2024. The munitions flight guarantees that the 35th FW is well-stocked with the essential armaments needed to support a wide range of missions, effectively enhancing both training exercises and combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Wild Weasel Walk-through: 35th MXS Munitions Flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, right, 35th Fighter Wing (FW) commander, and U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th FW deputy commander, build an inert GBU-38 bomb during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2024. The munitions flight is instrumental in logistics, managing the rapid and efficient deployment of diverse munitions, ensuring that both base operations and forward-deployed units are fully equipped and ready to respond effectively to emerging challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Wild Weasel Walk-through: 35th MXS Munitions Flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, right, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Senior Airman Devin Britton, 35th Maintenance Squadron Munitions Flight conventional maintenance crew chief, shake hands during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2024. The munitions flight provides critical support for training exercises by ensuring aircrews and support personnel have access to realistic munitions, which enhances their skills and readiness while fostering a highly capable force prepared to operate effectively in various operational contexts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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241031-F-EP621-1220

Four U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons, four Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters, four JASDF F-2s, one JASDF E-2D Hawkeye, one U.S. Navy C-12 Huron, and one U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon perform a wing capabilities demonstration in support of Keen Sword 25 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 1, 2024. The extensive formation showcased the 35th FW readiness to generate decisive airpower in a routine exercise, reinforcing the commitment to defend Japan and support allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Wild Weasel Walk-through: 35th MXS Munitions Flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, left, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and Senior Airman Devin Britton, 35th Maintenance Squadron Munitions Flight conventional maintenance crew chief, examine an inert MK-84 bomb during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2024. The munitions flight oversees the management, storage, and maintenance of munitions, including bombs, missiles, and ammunition, ensuring these critical resources are safely handled and ready for immediate use in support of a flexible operational posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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Wild Weasel Walk-through: 35th MXS Munitions Flight

The 35th Fighter Wing (FW) command team takes part in assembling inert GBU-38 bombs during a Wild Weasel Walk-through at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 31, 2024. The munitions flight guarantees that the 35th FW is well-stocked with the essential armaments needed to support a wide range of missions, effectively enhancing both training exercises and combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)
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