July 13, 2026 35th Fighter Wing commander hosts JASDF 3rd Air Wing commander for familiarization flight The familiarization flight gave Maj. Gen. Tomikawa the opportunity to experience F-16 operations alongside the 35th Fighter Wing while strengthening professional ties between the U.S. Air Force and JASDF.
July 13, 2026 35th Fighter Wing Change of Command U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson relinquished command of the 35th Fighter Wing (FW) to Col. Oliver Lause during the wing change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, July 13, 2026.
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 7, 2026 Forged through mission, culture and community The video highlights two years of mission accomplishment, Airmen development and community engagement, showcasing the people, partnerships and capabilities that support the 35th FW’s mission and strengthen regional deterrence.
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.
July 1, 2026 35th Security Forces Squadron strengthens military working dog readiness Routine training with live explosive training aids reinforces MWD teams' detection proficiency, helping safeguard personnel and critical assets that enable the 35th Fighter Wing's combat readiness.
June 23, 2026 Team Misawa celebrates 37th American Day, 250 years of freedom More than 25,000 spectators lined the streets outside Misawa Air Base's Friendship Gate for the 37th annual American Day and 250th birthday of the United States on June 21, 2026.