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July 24, 2026
13th Fighter Squadron integrates FENIX simulators into Valiant Shield 26

F-35 pilots assigned to the 13th Fighter Squadron (FS) used F-35 Emulated Non-Operational Flight Program Interoperability Experience (FENIX) simulators during Exercise VALIANT SHIELD 2026 from June 22–30 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, connecting the squadron to a distributed training environment
July 22, 2026
Col. Davidson conducts his final flight as the 35th Fighter Wing commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, conducts his final flight at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 7, 2026. The tradition commemorates an aviator's final flight before changing assignments, commemorating Col. Davidson's service as both a pilot and wing commander.
July 13, 2026
A day in command: Misawa Mayor serves as Wing Commander for a Day

The visit marked a Wing Commander for a Day tradition, providing Mayor Kohiyama with the opportunity to experience the mission of the 35th FW firsthand while strengthening the longstanding partnership between Misawa Air Base and the local community.
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.