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U.S., Thai and Singaporean Airmen support Korat community during COPE Tiger 2019

Two Ban PaLai School children pose for a photo during a COPE Tiger 2019 cultural exchange at Korat, Thailand, March 13, 2019. Airmen from the United States, Thailand, and Singapore stepped away from flying operations for the day to strengthen relationships with the local Thai community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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United States, Thailand and Singapore launch 25th COPE Tiger exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Coleman Farrell, 14th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, prepares for the first flight during COPE Tiger 19 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 11, 2019. COPE Tiger is an annual multilateral aerial exercise aimed at improving combat readiness and interoperability between the Republic of Singapore air force, Royal Thai air force and U.S. Air Force, while concurrently enhancing the three nations' military relations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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The United States, Thailand and Singapore launch 25th COPE Tiger exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Josiah Baychu, 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron dedicated crew chief, services the emergency blowdown bottle during COPE Tiger 19 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 11, 2019. Approximately 150 personnel from Misawa Air Base forward deployed in support of COPE Tiger, an annual multilateral aerial exercise aimed at improving combat readiness and interoperability between the Republic of Singapore Air Force, Royal Thai Air Force, and U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Daniel Ortiz, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron heating, ventilation and air conditioning technician, places an ornament on a Christmas tree during the 18th Annual Holiday Lights Tour at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 16, 2017. Many Team Misawa members volunteered to deliver holiday cheer to the local community by bringing cookies, fun activities and Santa to show participants an American-style Christmas event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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RQ-4 Global Hawks arrives at Misawa AB

An RQ-4 Global Hawk, assigned to the 69th Reconnaissance Group, Detachment 1, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, lands at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 1, 2018, for a temporary intra-theater routine deployment. The movement maintains operations for Global Hawks during months of inclement weather endured at Andersen, such as typhoons and other scenarios which have the potential to hinder readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Deana Heitzman)
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PACAF F-16 Demo Team showcases U.S. capabilities at Singapore International Airshow

U.S. Air Force Maj. Richard Smeeding, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team pilot, shoots off flares while performing an aerial maneuver during a demo practice at the 2018 Singapore International Airshow, Feb. 5, 2018. Exhibiting the maneuverability of the aircraft shows the F-16 Fighting Falcon’s strength and durability, assuring our Pacific partners of the U.S.’s ability to meet global needs in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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PACAF F-16 Demo Team showcases U.S. capabilities at Singapore International Airshow

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Steven Pedrick, a Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team crew chief, pumps the jet fuel sorter prior to a practice at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Feb. 3, 2018. The demonstration team traveled to various countries in the Indo-Pacific region. Their performances strengthen the United States' international partnerships through aerial performances that showcase the F-16 Fighting Falcon's tactical flexibility and power. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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PACAF F-16 Demo Team showcases U.S. capabilities at Singapore International Airshow

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Emily Wall, a Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team crew chief, cleans off an F-16 Fighting Falcon's canopy before an airshow practice at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Feb. 3, 2018. Prior to a performance, the demo team drenches the top of the canopy, clearing any fog that could distort the pilot's vision. The team performed at the 2018 Singapore International Airshow, showcasing the agility and power of the F-16, as well as promoting regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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PACAF F-16 Demo Team showcases U.S. capabilities at Singapore International Airshow

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Charles Bolles, a Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team crew chief, measures the tire pressure of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Feb. 3, 2018. The demo team worked out of Paya Lebar Air Base to execute pre-flight and post-flight checks before and after the pilot performs a show at the Chengi Exhibition Center. Participating in the Singapore International Airshow 2018 affords the United States an opportunity to strengthen U.S.-Singaporean ties and highlight U.S. support to allies in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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PACAF F-16 Demo Team showcases U.S. capabilities at Singapore International Airshow

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the Pacific Air Forces' F-16 Demonstration Team march to their finishing position prior to a practice at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, Feb. 3, 2018. Along with building partnerships, the 2018 Singapore International Airshow provided an opportunity for the U.S. to demonstrate its combat capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sadie Colbert)
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Post-flight procedures

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon sits on the flightline after a sortie during a two-day surge exercise at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2016. During surge operations, the 35th Fighter Wing demonstrated their ability to generate aircraft in a combat-like scenario with an increase in sorties from between 10 to 20 each day, to approximately 70. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)
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Taxiing down runway

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons taxi down the flightline during a surge operation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 5, 2016. The exercise was conducted to validate the 35th Fighter Wing’s ability to generate aircraft in a simulated combat scenario, with more than 70 sorties per fighter squadron being flown each day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)
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F-16 pilot climbs into jet

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Paul Miller, the deputy commander of the 35th Operations Group, climbs into an F-16 Fighting Falcon during exercise Beverly Sunrise 16-03 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 23, 2016. As part of phase II of the operational readiness exercise, Misawa AB simulated a deployment to Kadena Air Base, Japan, during which they conducted contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)
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Securing pilot

U.S. Air Force Airman Joseph Farmer, a crew chief with the 35th Maintenance Squadron, helps secure Lt. Col. Paul Miller, the deputy commander of the 35th Operations Group, into an F-16 Fighting Falcon during exercise Beverly Sunrise 16-03 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 23, 2016. Before and after flight, crew chiefs perform inspections, ensuring a safe flight for the pilot. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter)
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Pre-flight checks

U.S. Air Force Airman Joseph Farmer, a crew chief with the 35th Maintenance Squadron, conducts a pre-flight check on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during exercise Beverly Sunrise 16-03 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 23, 2016. Misawa’s crew chiefs are responsible for ensuring every F-16 meets its standards through inspection and maintenance. During the operational readiness exercise, Airmen worked at a faster pace, ensuring their ability to fight at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter)
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Marshalling F-16

U.S. Air Force Airman Joseph Farmer, a crew chief with the 35th Maintenance Squadron, checks his surroundings before marshalling Lt. Col. Paul Miller, the deputy commander of the 35th Operations Group, to taxi down the runway during exercise Beverly Sunrise 16-03 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 23, 2016. Because of limited visibility in the cockpit, marshalling occurs before flight so crew chiefs can signal pilots onto the runway safely. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter)
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F-16 lineup

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Paul Miller, the deputy commander of the 35th Operations Group, prepares an F-16 Fighting Falcon for flight during exercise Beverly Sunrise 16-03 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 23, 2016. The 35th Fighter Wing’s mission is the suppression of enemy air defenses, which focuses on the neutralization of enemy surface-to-air missile sites. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter)
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F-16 demo team fosters international relations, enhances warfighting capabilities

U.S. Air Force Capt. Richard Smeeding, the incoming pilot with the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team, performs an inverted maneuver at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2016. Pilots selected to become a part of the demonstration team must hold the title of flying instructor and possess superior flying skills before qualifying. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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F-16 demo team fosters international relations, enhances warfighting capabilities

U.S. Air Force Maj. Austin Brown, the outgoing pilot with the Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team, performs the role as a safety observer during the second demonstration flight of Capt. Richard Smeeding, the incoming pilot with the Pacific Air Forces Demonstration Team, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2016. The demonstration team is comprised of two pilots, who serve as the demonstration pilot and the safety observer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Misawa Airmen equip fighter pilots for survival

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. James Berg, an aircrew flight equipment craftsman with the 35th Operations Support Squadron, cuts a rubber ring off a suit at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2016. An off-the-side suit is used during the winter months or when pilots are flying over water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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