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  • A New Era: 13th Fighter Squadron’s F-16 Divestment

    The 13th Fighter Squadron’s former aircraft are being relocated as part of a $10 billion modernization plan to strengthen the U.S.-Japan Alliance. The implementation of F-35 Lightning IIs in the place of F-16s provides the Misawa Air Base’s joint ground forces freedom from attack and freedom to

  • 35th FW and 3rd Air Wing Commanders Go On Orientation Flight

    U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Davidson, 35th Fighter Wing commander, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Maj. Gen. Teruaki Fujita, 3rd Air Wing commander, went on an F-16D Fighting Falcon orientation flight, symbolizing the shared commitment of both nations to maintaining stability and deterrence across the

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 610th Air Control Flight: Caravanning in Japan

    The 610th ACF, known by their callsign “Camel”, work to protect Japan by monitoring flight paths and communicating with pilots from the 35th Fighter Wing during missions. They provides improved situational awareness by monitoring flight paths of the airspace, while identifying and relaying

  • STEP Promotion: Tech. Sgt. Ashley Ortiz

    Tech. Sgt. Ashley Ortiz, 35th Medical Support Squadron pharmacy technician, was selected for the Stripes for Exceptional Performers (STEP) program at Misawa Air Base, Japan, November 20, 2023. The STEP program allows commanders to promote an Airman for compelling reasons that warrant promotion.