July 9, 2026 3rd Air Wing commander visits the 35th Fighter Wing, advancing U.S.-Japan alliance The tour provided the 3rd AW commander with a closer look at the Airmen responsible for protecting the installation, delivering medical care, responding to emergencies and supplying fuel, capabilities that enable the 35th FW to rapidly respond to any threats to U.S. interests in the Pacific Theater.
July 1, 2026 Flying the alliance forward The flight highlighted the enduring partnership between the 35th FW and the 3rd AW, strengthening mutual understanding and reinforcing bilateral cooperation in support of regional security and readiness across the Pacific.
May 14, 2026 Ammo Airmen train with U.S. Navy and Japanese military, enhance bilateral mission knowledge The munitions immersion tour aimed to enhance interoperability among U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and JASDF personnel, strengthening the partnerships that support regional security and mission readiness in the Indo-Pacific.
Feb. 8, 2023 Misawa Airman receives JAAGA award For the first time in three years, the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association (JAAGA) was able to recognize the 2022 award recipients in person during a ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 7, 2023.
March 31, 2021 USAF, JASDF leaders coordinate on dormitory improvement plans U.S. Air Force Col. William Bernhard, 35th Mission Support Group commander, recently hosted Japan Air Self-Defense Force Col. Kato Fumihiko, 3rd Air Wing vice commander, for a tour of the 35th Fighter Wing’s Unaccompanied Housing campus at Misawa Air Base, Japan.
Oct. 11, 2019 13th AMU Panthers improve bilateral relations at Komatsu ATR Airmen with the 13th Aircraft Maintenance Unit conducted an Aviation Training Relocation at Komatsu Air Base, Japan, Sept. 30 to Oct. 4.
March 11, 2019 JAAGA award-winning Airman fortifies Japanese-American relations Approximately 2,300 enlisted service members live at Misawa Air Base with an opportunity to interact face-to-face with their local Japanese neighbors.On March 6, The Japan-American Air Force Goodwill Association recognized Airman 1st Class William Raley, a 610th Air Control Flight weapons director