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Pure happiness

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Steven Colby Means, a 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons expediter, smiles after getting buckled into the backseat of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an aviation training relocation to Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 4, 2017. Means has loaded munitions onto the F-16 for three years. The goal of the flight was to familiarize individuals with aviation-related responsibilities with the F-16 and the missions they make possible for pilots to complete every day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Ready, step

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Wesley Hales, left, the 13th Fighter Squadron director of operations, and Staff Sgt. Dylan Wyant, a 35th Fighter Wing information security systems officer, walk to an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 2, 2017. Four Airmen who provide underlying support to flying operations received familiarization flights. Wyant was the first to receive a flight during the aviation training relocation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Disinfecting an oxygen mask

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Corey Harrison, a 35th Operations Support Squadron's aircrew flight equipment technician, wipes the inside of an oxygen mask after a flight during an aviation training relocation to Tsuiki Air Base, Japan, Oct. 2, 2017. The 35th OSS AFE technicians fix helmets, oxygen masks, harnesses and all life-saving equipment and provided the highest level of attention to detail to a pilot’s gear because it is the difference between life and death. Their motto is "When everything else fails, we are the last ones to let them down." (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Mission planning

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons pilots from the 14th Fighter Squadron, U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers pilots assigned to the Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134 and Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces 1st Air Defense Artillery Brigade based out of Okushiri Island, Japan, conduct a pre-brief during exercise Iron Spear at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 13, 2017. The 1st ADA Battalion mission is to defend Japan against aerial attack aircraft by using surface-to-air missiles systems. Whereas the suppression of enemy air defense mission destroys enemy air defensives, which prevent striker aircraft from going in and dropping bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Shine bright like a diamond

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon with the 35th Fighter Wing prepares for take-off during Iron Spear at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. Approximately 300 JGSDF assigned to the 1st Air Defense Artillery Brigade at Okushiri Island, Japan, participated in the exercise with more than 40 pilots and 18 electronic warfare officers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Going Growlers Grace the sky

A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler with the Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, takes off during Iron Spear at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. Through joint, bilateral planning and mission execution, approximately 300 JGSDF assigned to the 1st Air Defense Artillery Brigade alongside 40 pilots and 18 electronic warfare officers practiced their suppression of enemy air defense and counter air defense skills among the skies at Okushiri Island, Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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It just flew on by

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon with the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during exercise Iron Spear at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. The 14th Fighter Squadron F-16s, U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force banded together to practice an array of offensive firepower during exercise Iron Spear, Oct. 11 through 13. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Clouds, jets and missions

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon with the 35th Fighter Wing prepares for take-off during Iron Spear at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. Pilots from the 14th Fighter Squadron and U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler with the Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, flew a total of 66 sorties over three days during exercise Iron Spear, pitting Misawa's Wild Weasels against the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force in simulated combat. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Just breathe

U.S. Air Force Capt. Ryan Forystek, a 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, attaches his oxygen breathing mask before flight during exercise Iron Spear at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 12, 2017. Iron Spear is an annual exercise testing the reliability and viability of the 35th Fighter Wing F-16s and pilots’ tactics against surface-to-air missile threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Hanging in there

A participate moves across a battering ram during an Alpha Warrior obstacle course, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2017. The obstacle course challenged many Airmen and their families to race against each other in a fun, different way. The course’s unique angle on exercising with the Alpha Warrior rig encouraged participants to practice the four domains of Comprehensive Airmen Fitness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Glow of the neon lights

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, sits on the runway at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. In an air-to-surface role, the F-16 can fly more than 500 miles, deliver its weapons with accuracy, defend itself against enemy aircraft and return to its starting point. The F-16s at Misawa AB have suppression enemy air defense capabilities, which are vital to the security and stability of the Indo-Asia-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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Unbreakable brotherhood

Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots, assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, exchange hand signals prior to departure from Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2017. U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers, assigned to the “Garudas” Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 134, and 35th FW F-16s joined forces to provide more realistic training for both sets of pilots. Typically, F-16 pilots train with simulated assets, which can mask communication and tactical problems that may arise when engaging in a real-world scenario. Training with tangible Growlers allows F-16 pilots to identify and overcome issues that theoretical assets cannot simulate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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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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Baboom

An unexploded ordnance sets on the ground as U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jason Rayner, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels control technician, cordons the area off during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2017. Cordons vary in size and prevent personnel from entering dangerous areas, safeguarding U.S. service members and assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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PAR sweep go

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jason Rayner, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels control technician, uses an Airman’s manual to verify post-attack reconnaissance sweep procedures during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2017. BS 17-07 assessed Team Misawa’s readiness capabilities by requiring personnel to execute tasks under high-tempo operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Updating during PAR sweeps

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jason Rayner, a 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels control technician, marks a stansion during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2017. Stansions are regularly checked, ensuring chemicals are not lingering in the air of the surrounding area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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The way he smiles

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Col. Yusuke Shibata, the 3rd Air Wing Defense Section chief of defense operations division, smiles during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2017. BS 17-07 showcased Team Misawa’s readiness skills by preparing to forward-deploy on short- notice in order to provide unmatched capabilities in the Indo-Asia- Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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UXO on the ground

U.S. Air Force Airmen classify an unexploded ordnance during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2017. Airmen perform post-attack reconnaissance sweeps in order to assess any damage caused by opposing forces, allowing for leadership to better determine the best course of action to take when resuming normal operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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Explaining the situation

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Col. Yusuke Shibata, left, the 3rd Air Wing Defense Section chief of defense operations division, and Yuuki Nara, right, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management liaison, discuss the procedures of a post-attack reconnaissance sweep during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2017. PAR sweeps enable personnel to examine any damage caused by opposing forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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See it to believe it

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Col. Yusuke Shibata, left, the 3rd Air Wing Defense Section chief of defense operations division, and Yuuki Nara, right, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management liaison, observe a stansion during exercise Beverly Sunrise 17-07, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 20, 2017. Personnel use M8 tape on stansions to detect any chemical attacks, keeping Airmen safe and out of harm’s way. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)
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