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200622-F-EN010-0045

U.S. Air Force Col Kristopher Struve, left, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Koku-Jieitai Maj. Gen. Takahiro Kubota, 3rd Air Wing commander, shake hands in front of aircraft participating in an "Elephant Walk" at Misawa Air Base, June 22, 2020. Twelve U.S. Air Force F-16CM Fighting Falcons, 12 Koku-Jieitai F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters, two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers, a USN C-12 Huron, two USAF MC-130J Commando II aircraft, and a USN P-8 Poseidon participated in the Elephant Walk, which showcased Misawa Air Base’s collective readiness and ability to generate combat airpower at a moment's notice to ensure regional stability throughout the Indo-Pacific. This is Misawa Air Base’s first time hosting a bilateral and joint Elephant Walk. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)

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200622-F-EN010-0013

U.S. Air Force Col Kristopher Struve, left, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Koku-Jieitai Maj. Gen. Takahiro Kubota, 3rd Air Wing commander, watch as aircraft taxi into position for an "Elephant Walk" at Misawa Air Base, June 22, 2020. Twelve U.S. Air Force F-16CM Fighting Falcons, 12 Koku-Jieitai F-35A Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters, two U.S. Navy EA-18G Growlers, a USN C-12 Huron, two USAF MC-130J Commando II aircraft, and a USN P-8 Poseidon participated in the Elephant Walk, which showcased Misawa Air Base’s collective readiness and ability to generate combat airpower at a moment's notice to ensure regional stability throughout the Indo-Pacific. This is Misawa Air Base’s first time hosting a bilateral and joint Elephant Walk. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)

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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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