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Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) members look over the work of another team during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.

Port Dawg Challenge 2023

Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) members look over the work of another team during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. During the challenge, members with JASDF and the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron teamed up to compete against one another to see who could best perform a given task in a safe and fast manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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A 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron member attaches securing straps to a cargo pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.

Port Dawg Challenge 2023

A 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron member attaches securing straps to a cargo pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. Members of the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron have various responsibilities such as keeping the base supply chain running by issuing gear to members here at the 35th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member sets a wooden box on a pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.

Port Dawg Challenge 2023

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member sets a wooden box on a pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. This challenge mirrored some of the duties members may experience when trying to ship cargo during a real-world contingency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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  • Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) members look over the work of another team during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.

    Port Dawg Challenge 2023

    Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) members look over the work of another team during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. During the challenge, members with JASDF and the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron teamed up to compete against one another to see who could best perform a given task in a safe and fast manner. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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  • A 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron member attaches securing straps to a cargo pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.

    Port Dawg Challenge 2023

    A 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron member attaches securing straps to a cargo pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. Members of the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron have various responsibilities such as keeping the base supply chain running by issuing gear to members here at the 35th Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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  • A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member sets a wooden box on a pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.

    Port Dawg Challenge 2023

    A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member sets a wooden box on a pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. This challenge mirrored some of the duties members may experience when trying to ship cargo during a real-world contingency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Antwain Hanks)
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Port Dawg Challenge 2023

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  • By Senior Airman Antwain Hanks
  • 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan --  

35th Logistics Readiness Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members competed together in a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023. The challenge tested the competing members’ ability to load a cargo pallet, secure the cargo, and operate heavy equipment. 

A 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron member secures cargo on a pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.
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A Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) member attaches securing straps to a cargo pallet during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.
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Members from the 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron and Japan Air Self-Defense Force work together to secure cargo during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.
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A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member lays out securing straps during a Port Dawg Challenge at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 8, 2023.
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