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June 2, 2019
PACAF demo pilot helps Yokota certify runway safety system

Capt. Jacob Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team commander and pilot, assisted Yokota Air Base, Japan, with their annual certification test of the Aircraft Arresting System at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 30.
June 2, 2019
PACAF F-16 Demo Team pilot turns childhood dream into reality

A young Capt. Jacob “Primo” Impellizzeri, the Pacific Air Forces F-16 Fighting Falcon Demonstration Team commander and pilot, grew up observing countless aerial demonstrations in pure “awe” resulting in an undeniable passion for flying.
May 24, 2019
U.S. Embassy Tokyo visits with Misawa Airmen

Dan Rochman, the U.S. Embassy Tokyo minister-counselor of political affairs, toured Misawa Air Base to familiarize himself with the Wild Weasel mission and the Airmen who make it happen, April 14. The tour provided an opportunity for the Department of Defense to showcase capabilities to the
May 22, 2019
Misawa defenders pay respect to fallen police officers

The 35th Security Forces Squadron hosted National Police Week 2019 to recognize those who lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 12 to 17.
May 20, 2019
PACAF’S F-16 Demo Team announcer bids farewell at Iwakuni friendship tour

The Pacific Air Forces F-16 Demonstration Team performs at the 43rd Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force – Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni Friendship Day 2019 at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan, May 5, which builds cohesion and unity with the local Japanese community.
May 9, 2019
Misawa Airmen enhance warfighting lethality in readiness exercise

Airmen with the 35th Fighter Wing participated in an operational readiness exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 25.
May 8, 2019
Military spouse overcomes, makes Misawa home

Tela Lee Royston describes her journey as a military spouse and the hardships she’s experienced. She said Misawa is the most difficult move of her life, from the language barrier and being thousands of miles from home. She overcame her fears and now calls Misawa a “delightful experience.”