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May 2, 2017
Northern Edge 2017 takes to the skies

Dozens of 4th and 5th generation fighter jets from across the U.S. military hit the skies over Alaska, Monday, May 1, 2017, as Northern Edge 2017 (NE17) kicked off with a ‘morning go’.
May 1, 2017
Pacific Air Forces senior leaders discuss future of warfighting in Indo-Asia-Pacific region

"I think that America’s future security and economic prosperity are indelibly linked to the Indo-Asia-Pacific region,” said Navy Adm. Harry B. Harris, Jr., the commander of U.S. Pacific Command, during his testimony before the House Armed Services Committee April 26.
May 1, 2017
Global Hawk arrives at Yokota

An RQ-4 Global Hawk approaches Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 1, 2017. The aircraft is part of the 69th Reconnaissance Group Detachment 1 and provides near real-time aerial imagery reconnaissance support to U.S. and partner nations assisting in multitude of operations. This capability was effectively
April 28, 2017
Max Thunder improves mutual understanding, cooperation between U.S., ROK forces

U.S. Marines with Marine Attack Squadron (VMA) 311 concluded Exercise MAX THUNDER 17 with U.S. and Republic of Korea (ROK) Air Force units at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, April 27.
April 27, 2017
Resilient Airmen share their stories

Throughout the Air Force, no matter the job or rank, every Airman has a story.
April 27, 2017
Doolittle, USS Hornet at 75: Shrinking Oceans, Rising Tides

April 18th marked the 75th anniversary of the famous Doolittle Raid, a daring mission that relied on land-based bombers to fly from sea. Sixteen Army Air Corps long-range, B-25 Mitchell Bomber aircraft launched for a one-way mission off the deck of the Navy aircraft carrier USS Hornet (CV 8).
April 27, 2017
U.S. Airmen rescue Thai man from near death experience

People from around the globe travel to Northern Japan for what some consider the best backcountry snowboarding and skiing in the world. Many, unfortunately, underestimate the skill level needed to shred unmarked and off course areas—often getting stuck in tree wells and falling victim to snow
April 26, 2017
Misawa maintainers ensure F-16s combat ready

Readiness is a quintessential part of the Air Force, allowing for assets and personnel to be mission ready at a moment’s notice.
April 24, 2017
U.S., Korean Airmen strengthen medical skills during exercise

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 8th Medical Group and Republic of Korea Air Force medical airmen participated in a simulated multiple casualty exercise April 19.
April 22, 2017
U.S., South Korean Airmen repair runway during exercise

Sounds of big machinery and shovels moving earth echoed as U.S. and Republic of Korea Civil Engineer Airmen worked side by side during the Combined Airfield Damage Repair Exercise, April 17-20.

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