24 Jun 2019

U.S., Indonesian air forces execute COPE West 19

U.S. and Indonesian air forces officially began flying operations in support of COPE West 19, following an opening ceremony at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 17.

18 Jun 2019

Misawa Block-50 F-16 hits 10K hours, an AF first

One of Misawa Air Base’s most famous flight line assets hit a historic milestone June 10 as a 29-year-old Block-50 F-16 Fighting Falcon, tail number 808 affectionately known as “BOB,” reached 10,000 flight hours during a sortie flown across Japan.

6 Jun 2019

Two cultures, one community: Misawa Air Base honors outgoing Misawa City Mayor

Team Misawa members commemorated Misawa City Mayor Kazumasa Taneichi’s service to Misawa City and Misawa Air Base during a service recognition ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 5.

5 Jun 2019

Korean War pilot’s family visits memorial aircraft at Misawa

Tech. Sgt. Tyler Whitmore, the 35th Maintenance Group repair enhancement program manager and great nephew of 1st Lt. David Clements, discusses what the Risner Circle F-86F Sabre monument means to him and his family at Misawa Air Base, Japan.

2 Jun 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.

22 May 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.

20 May 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.