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  • Egress: The Quickest Way Out

    Egress specialists ensure ejection systems remain functional, directly supporting aircraft readiness and reducing the risk of mission failure due to equipment malfunctions.

  • Combat Shield tests 35th FW fighter readiness

    The 87th Electronic Warfare Squadron (EWS) conducted an annual Combat Shield assessment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, from Nov. 4-8, 2024, evaluating the readiness and effectiveness of 35th Fighter Wing (FW) F-16 Fighting Falcon defensive systems. The assessment focused on testing the integration of

  • First 35th Fighter Wing Change of Responsibility

    Today marked a significant milestone as the 35th Fighter Wing conducted its inaugural Change of Responsibility ceremony. Chief Master Sgt. David Najera stepped into the role of incoming command chief and officially assumed the mantle of responsibility from Chief Master Sgt. Cheronica Blandburg, the

  • Explosive Readiness: Cold Weather Training Ensures EOD Preparedness

    If an EOD technician performs at a level less than perfect, it can result in dire consequences. The importance of training cannot be stressed enough due to the unforgiving nature of the field. 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) EOD flight members recently hosted the HABU Exercise with EOD

  • PAC WEASEL: Synergistic Readiness in Joint Bilateral Operations

    Team Misawa hosted the latest iteration of a PACIFIC WEASEL exercise over Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec 8, 2023. Scenarios were cultivated during the exercise in which hosted participants conducted mission planning and executed the simulated fight the following day over the course

  • Misawa Tree Lighting 2023

    Recently, Team Misawa host its annual Tree Lighting ceremony marking the start of the holiday season here at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec 1, 2023. The tree lighting ceremony allows service members and families a chance to gather with their professional family to have some holiday fun, despite being