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U.S. Air Force Col. Travis Rex, left, the 35th Fighter Wing vice commander, receives a pre-flight inspection by Staff Sgt. Faitha Brookings, right, the 35th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 8, 2017. After donning flight equipment, AFE personnel jolt and tug their suits ensuring survival amenities are secured and no tears or holes formed in their uniform. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)


Aircrew flight equipment sustains F-16 pilot lives

U.S. Air Force Col. Travis Rex, left, the 35th Fighter Wing vice commander, receives a pre-flight inspection by Staff Sgt. Faitha Brookings, right, the 35th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in charge, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 8, 2017. After donning flight equipment, AFE personnel jolt and tug their suits ensuring survival amenities are secured and no tears or holes formed in their uniform. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sadie Colbert)

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Three Team Misawa Airmen salute U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, left, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, and USAF Brig. Gen. Jeffrey C. Bozard, right, the 5th Air Force vice commander, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2018. Bozard reminded service members that building international relationships contributes to airpower capabilities and mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jeffrey C. Bozard, the 5th Air Force vice commander, speaks with an Airman during his tour of Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2018. When meeting with Airmen, Bozard questioned where they were from and what they thought of Misawa to get to know them personally. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force Col. R. Scott Jobe, left, the 35th Fighter Wing commander, speaks with USAF Brig. Gen. Jeffrey C. Bozard, right, the 5th Air Force vice commander, during a base tour at the 35th Operations Support Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2018. Bozard visited a multitude of squadrons around base that gave service members a chance to display their enthusiasm for their jobs and work ethic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jeffrey C. Bozard, the 5th Air Force vice commander, discusses base operations during his tour with USAF 1st Lt. Jessica Dacpano, the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit assistant officer in charge, in front of a hardened aircraft shelter at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 2, 2018. Meeting with Bozard gave Airmen a chance to showcase their career field and how it contributes to Misawa AB’s mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Jeffrey C. Bozard, the 5th Air Force vice commander, speaks with Team Misawa members during his tour at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 1, 2018. During his tour, he listened to Team Misawa service members and their stories while learning what makes their career fields so unique to 5th AF and the Indo-Pacific as a whole. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christopher Browne, left, the 35th Maintenance Squadron jet engine intermediate maintenance section chief, and USAF Brig. Gen. Jeffrey C. Bozard, right, the 5th Air Force vice commander, discuss operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 1, 2018. Bozard noticed and reassured Team Misawa members’ commitment and devotion to the mission’s value. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons taxi on the flight line in preparation for dissimilar air combat tactics operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. The knowledge and camaraderie the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. Air Force receive during this training creates a stronger force and builds bonds between the two nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilots with the 3rd Air Wing attend a mass briefing on dissimilar air combat tactics at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. The DACT program provides a realistic application of fighter tactics and serves to develop a high level of tactical skill for all combat aircrews. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks).
Japan Air Self-Defense Force 1st Lt. Yoshinobu Sasaki, a 3rd Fighter Squadron F-2 pilot, poses for a photo during dissimilar air combat tactics operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. Sharing talents and abilities during DACT operations is an area of common interest for both JASDF and U.S. forces members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 takes flight while a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon taxis on the flight line in preparation for dissimilar air combat tactics operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. DACT is performed between the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. forces monthly to share knowledge and experience and build camaraderie. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilots with the 3rd Air Wing attend a dissimilar air combat tactics brief at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. The monthly training builds understanding and support between Japan and U.S. forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)
U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons taxi on the flight line in preparation for dissimilar air combat tactics operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 12, 2018. The knowledge and camaraderie the Japan Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. Air Force receive during this training creates a stronger force and builds bonds between the two nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Collette Brooks)