Behind the Scenes: 35th Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight in action

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Andres, 35th Maintenance Squadron metals technology journeyman, cuts a metal bar with a welding machine at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 28, 2024. Responsible for repairing and creating essential aircraft parts, aircraft metals technology specialists act as the Air Force’s mechanics and welders. These specialists weld, fabricate and create custom metal components that are critical for aircraft functionality which keeps Misawa Air Base ready to attack and defend. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

Behind the Scenes: 35th Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight in action

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Andres, 35th Maintenance Squadron (MXS) metals technology journeyman, cuts a metal bar with a welding machine at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 28, 2024. The 35th MXS aircraft metals technicians employ their skills to fabricate and modify aircraft parts to meet mission requirements, bolstering Misawa's capacity to protect the Indo-Pacific region by strengthening partnerships, and power projection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

Behind the Scenes: 35th Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight in action

U.S. Air Force Airman Mya Camelot, 35th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance apprentice, performs an aircraft maintenance procedure as part of her training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 28, 2024. Aircraft maintenance tools help improve the accuracy and efficacy of the work performed by Airmen to ensure a quick deploy of air power in the event of a real-world contingency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

Behind the Scenes: 35th Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight in action

U.S. Air Force Airman Mya Camelot, 35th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance apprentice, performs an aircraft maintenance procedure as part of her training at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 28, 2024. Aircraft structural maintenance Airmen learn how to reinforce the structural integrity of aircrafts which ensures lethal readiness against possible threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

Behind the Scenes: 35th Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight in action

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Samuel Oakes, 35th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance journeyman, performs maintenance on an F-16 Fighting Falcon wing at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 28, 2024. As an aircraft structural maintenance journeyman, Oakes ensures the aircraft’s integrity, which contributes to the formidable presence and lethal capabilities in defense of our nation's interests and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

Behind the Scenes: 35th Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight in action

U.S. Air Force Airman Mya Camelot, 35th Maintenance Squadron aircraft structural maintenance apprentice, places a bit into a drill to conduct aircraft maintenance at Misawa Air Base, Japan, May 28, 2024. They use various methods to build, install and replace parts from scratch to restore the structural integrity of the aircraft and give our pilots the ability to defend the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

Behind the Scenes: 35th Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight in action

Published June 5, 2024
By Airman 1st Class Andre Medina
35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan --

Recently, the 35th Maintenance Squadron fabrication flight showcased their skills during day-to-day operations at Misawa Air Base. The team ensures the aircraft’s integrity through various methods to build, install and replace parts from scratch which contributes to the formidable presence and lethal capabilities here at Misawa that aid in defense of our nation's interests and allies.