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July 22, 2019
Misawa Airman overcomes homesickness, embraces the local community

For first-term Airmen, being stationed at an overseas base can be difficult, and loneliness can easily creep in. For Airman Austin Clay, though, he's found a home right here in Misawa.
July 2, 2019
U.S., Japan logistics team equip Misawa forces for RED FLAG-Alaska 19-2

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force logistics team members came together to load supplies and prepare for RED FLAG-Alaska 19-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 27 to 31.
June 29, 2019
35th Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen ensure F-16 pilots safety

Six 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) technicians from Misawa Air Base, Japan, forward deployed the mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) in support of Cope West 19 at the Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 17, 2019.
June 12, 2019
USFJ senior enlisted leader visits Team Misawa Airmen face-to-face

Chief Master Sgt. Rick Winegardner Jr., the U.S. Forces Japan senior enlisted leader, toured Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5 to 7 to better familiarize himself with the Wild Weasel, tenant units and Japan Air Self-Defense Force missions.During the visit, Winegardner saw first-hand the strong U.S.
May 17, 2019
Misawa AB recognized by DoD for Suicide Prevention for the second year in a row

Misawa Air Base, Japan was recognized for a second year in a row as the top Air Force installation during Suicide Prevention Month, at a ceremony in the Hall of Heroes at the Pentagon, in Arlington, Virginia, May 15.
May 13, 2019
Softball tournament hits homerun with Misawa community

Team Misawa units came together for a Cinco de Mayo softball tournament at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 3 to 5.
March 26, 2019
Scoring a goal in bilateral relations

The 35th Security Forces Squadron and Japanese Air Self-Defense Force security personnel united for a bilateral soccer game at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 15.