U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and distinguished guests cut the ribbon during an F-35 Lightning II ribbon-cutting ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 24, 2026. The ceremony marked the official introduction of the F-35 to the 35th Fighter Wing, signaling the start of its next chapter in fifth-generation airpower. This milestone reflects the wing’s continued evolution to meet mission requirements and reinforce allied relationships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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