Fueling the Fight: 35th Maintenance Squadron Conducts Nestable Fuel Tank Build Up Training

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Christopher Perez-Vasquez, 35th Maintenance Squadron (MXS) aerospace propulsion apprentice, left, and Airman 1st Class Johan Coello Cano, 35th MXS electrical and environmental specialist, file a fin to ensure proper fitment to an F-16 Fighting Falcon external fuel tank during Nestable Fuel Tank Build Up (NFTBU) training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 25, 2026. NFTBU training equips Airmen outside the fuel systems specialty to augment maintenance operations, expanding the 35th Fighter Wing’s capacity to sustain combat-ready aircraft during high-tempo operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Angelica Winther)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Angelica Winthe
VIRIN: 260825-F-LO593-1014.JPG
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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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56/10

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1/160

ISO

1600

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