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Building up Capabilities

A 35th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power production technician hammers in a stake while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) and mobile runway edge sheave (MRES) on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug 18, 2023. The MAAS/MRES system recovers or launches aircraft when traditional means will not work, such as faulty brakes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

A 35th Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and construction equipment operator smoothes the surface of wet concrete while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system and mobile runway edge sheave on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. The project will provide an alternate/additional landing surface for fighter jets and some cargo aircraft during an emergency or contingency situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

Japanese contractors smooth the surface of wet concrete while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system and mobile runway edge sheave on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. This project will allow jets to be launched and recovered on the taxiway in case of an emergency, enabling Misawa to project a constant stream of combat air power in a contingency scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

A 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) pavements and construction equipment operator and a Japanese contractor fill a frame with concrete while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system and mobile runway edge sheave on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. The construction provided valuable training for the 35th CES while bringing a new capability to the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

A 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) pavements and construction equipment operator and a Japanese contractor fill a frame with concrete while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system and mobile runway edge sheave on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. This project, completed by the 35th Operations Support Squadron, the 35th CES, and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, spanned over a two-year time frame. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

A Japanese contractor operates an excavator while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) and mobile runway edge sheave (MRES) on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. The MAAS/MRES systems recover or launch aircraft when traditional means won’t work, such as faulty brakes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) pavements and construction equipment shop members, alongside Japanese contractors, pour cement into a frame while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system and mobile runway edge sheave on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. The construction provided valuable training for the 35th CES while bringing a new capability to the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

35th Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and construction equipment Airmen, alongside Japanese contractors, construct a mobile aircraft arresting system and mobile runway edge sheave on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. The project will provide an alternate/additional landing surface for fighter jets and some cargo aircraft during an emergency or contingency situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

A 35th Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and construction equipment operator uses a concrete vibrator to move compact wet cement and remove excess water while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system and mobile runway edge sheave on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. This project will allow jets to be launched and recovered on the taxiway in case of an emergency, enabling Misawa to project a constant stream of combat air power in a contingency scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

A Japanese contractor fills a wheelbarrow with cement while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system and mobile runway edge sheave on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 24, 2023. This project, completed by the 35th Operations Support Squadron, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron, and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, spanned over a two-year time frame. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Building up Capabilities

Japanese contractors spread cement mix while constructing a mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) and mobile runway edge sheave (MRES) on taxiway bravo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 22, 2023. The MAAS/MRES systems recover or launch aircraft when traditional means won’t work, such as faulty brakes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa Air Base

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, laughs with Tech. Sgt. Enrique Soriano, 35th Force Support Squadron Military & Family Readiness Center readiness noncommissioned officer, before presenting him with a coin at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 8, 2023. Rupp visited Misawa to learn more about how Airmen across the base tackle challenging problems to maintain combat capabilities that ensure peace and stability across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa Air Base

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, and Mrs. Charlotte Rupp, pose with members that operate the liquid natural gas plant at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 8, 2023. During this tour, the Rupps met with Airmen around the wing to discuss some of the quality-of-life enhancements around the base, such as the gym renovations, medical expansion, food pantry, and the helping agencies' relocation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa Air Base

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. John Do, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of utilities, leads Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, on a tour of the liquid natural gas plant at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 8, 2023. The liquid natural gas plant burns cleaner than diesel fuel and is projected to reduce nitrogen oxides by 43 percent, carbon dioxide by 25 percent, and sulfur oxides by 100 percent, further reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa Air Base

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, Mrs. Charlotte Rupp, and 35th Fighter Wing members attend a briefing regarding the functions of Misawa’s liquid natural gas plant at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 8, 2023. The liquid natural gas plant burns cleaner than diesel fuel and is projected to reduce nitrogen oxides by 43 percent, carbon dioxide by 25 percent, and sulfur oxides by 100 percent, further reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa Air Base

U.S Air Force Lt. Col. Evan Valdez, 35th Force Support Squadron commander, discusses upcoming improvements to Potter Fitness with Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, center, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 8, 2023. During this tour, the Rupps met with Airmen around the wing to discuss some of the quality-of-life enhancements around the base, such as the gym renovations, medical expansion, food pantry, and the helping agencies' relocation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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USFJ, 5th Air Force commander visits Misawa Air Base

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Sarah Rego, 35th Civil Engineer Squadron project manager, gives a presentation on the functions of Misawa’s liquid natural gas plant at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 8, 2023. The liquid natural gas plant burns cleaner than diesel fuel and is projected to reduce nitrogen oxides by 43 percent, carbon dioxide by 25 percent, and sulfur oxides by 100 percent, further reducing greenhouse gas emissions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
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Cultivating Bonds

35th Fighter Wing and Japan Northern Air Defense Force commanders pose for a group photo with community leaders at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. Mr. Shingo Mimura has been the governor of Aomori for over 20 years and is the honorary 35th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Cultivating Bonds

Japan Air Self-Defense Force Lt. Gen. Chuji Ando, left, Northern Air Defense Force commander, Mr. Shingo Mimura, Governor of Aomori Prefecture and 35th Fighter Wing honorary commander, and U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Richard, 35th Fighter Wing commander discuss the bilateral assets on the flight line during Mr. Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. The 35th Fighter Wing puts an essential emphasis on the relationship between the base and the city. Programs like these allow the wing to cultivate established bonds while forging new ones. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Cultivating Bonds

Mr. Shingo Mimura, Governor of Aomori Prefecture and 35th Fighter Wing honorary commander exits an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Mr. Mimura’s visit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 23, 2023. The Honorary Commander Program allows prominent figures in the community to have an open and direct line with the 35th Fighter Wing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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