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USAF engineers work to restore WWII era airfield

Airmen from the 513th Expeditionary Red Horse Squadron pave asphalt onto a flight line “apron”, where aircraft are parked, at North Field, Tinian, Feb. 23, 2025. Engineer teams have managed to clear 99% of vegetation from runways, taxiways, and ramps while minding protected bird species and carefully removing WWII era ordnance left behind when the field was abandoned in 1946. (U.S. Air Force curtesy photo)

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USAF engineers work to restore WWII era airfield

Airmen from the 513th Expeditionary Red Horse Squadron use a crane to work on a building shell at North Field, Tinian, Feb. 23, 2025. The restoration effort is a Trilateral collaboration between U.S. Air Force engineers, U.S. Navy Seabees, and U.S. Marine engineer teams to restore the airfield as an alternate location for flight operations at nearby Andersen AFB, Guam, should the primary airfield become unsustainable in a time of war. (U.S. Air Force curtesy photo)

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Misawa AB provides rapid fuel support for BTF 25-1

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Whitten, 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron crew chief, prepares to connect a grounding wire to a B-1B Lancer during a Bomber Task Force 25-1 hot pit refueling operation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 24, 2025. Missions like these enhance capability and interoperability, while strengthening trust between like-minded nations to ensure the air, maritime, cyber, and space domains remain open to all nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Kenney)

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Pacific Paladin Includes ACE FTX

Chief Master Sergeant Katie McCool, Pacific Air Forces command Chief Master Sergeant, addresses senior NCO’s attending Pacific Paladin at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii on Feb. 24, 2025. Pacific Paladin is a professional development course designed to sharpen force lethality and warrior ethos through the effective development and mentorship of enlisted leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sergeant Elizabeth Taranto)

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Misawa AB provides rapid fuel support for BTF 25-1 operations

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., prepares to land at Misawa Air Base, Japan, to conduct a hot pit refuel during Bomber Task Force 25-1, Feb. 24, 2025. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with our Allies and partners in joint and coalition operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

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Misawa AB provides rapid fuel support for BTF 25-1

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Whitten, 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron crew chief, checks fuel hose connections on a B-1B Lancer during Bomber Task Force 25-1 hot pit refueling operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 24, 2025. Demonstrating cutting-edge capabilities, forward presence, and commitment to our Allies and partners communicates the United States’ resolve in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Kenney)

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USAF engineers work to restore WWII era airfield

Airmen from the 513th Expeditionary Red Horse Squadron and the 356th Expeditionary Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force Squadron use a crane to move a section of roofing at North Field, Tinian, Feb. 23, 2025. The restoration effort is a Trilateral collaboration between U.S. Air Force engineers, U.S. Navy Seabees, and U.S. Marine engineer teams to restore the airfield as an alternate location for flight operations at nearby Andersen AFB, Guam, should the primary airfield become unsustainable in a time of war. (U.S. Air Force curtesy photo)

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USAF engineers work to restore WWII era airfield

Airmen from the 356th Expeditionary Prime Base Engineer Emergency Force Squadron use heavy machinery to clear an area of North Field, Tinian, Feb. 23, 2025. The restoration effort is a Trilateral collaboration between U.S. Air Force engineers, U.S. Navy Seabees, and U.S. Marine engineer teams to restore the airfield as an alternate location for flight operations at nearby Andersen AFB, Guam, should the primary airfield become unsustainable in a time of war. (U.S. Air Force curtesy photo)

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U.S. and New Zealand Air Forces Strengthen Ties Through PACAF Immersion

Royal New Zealand Air Force members perform the Māori Haka for Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, and CMSgt Katie McCool, PACAF command chief, at Tūrangawaewae on Ōhakea Air Force Base, New Zealand, Feb. 21, 2025. The Māori Haka is a sacred dace in Māori culture traditionally performed to welcome guests, honor warriors, and embody national pride. (Photo courtesy of Royal New Zealand Air Force).

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: U.S. and New Zealand Air Forces Strengthen Ties Through PACAF Immersion

Air Vice-Marshal Darryn Webb, chief of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, greets Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, New Zealand, Feb. 21, 2025. During the visit Schneider met with senior members of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, discussing future opportunities for collaboration and integration in the Indo-Pacific. (Photo courtesy of Royal New Zealand Air Force).

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U.S. and New Zealand Air Forces Strengthen Ties Through PACAF Immersion

Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, salutes Royal New Zealand Air Force honor guard members, New Zealand, Feb. 21, 2025. COMPACAF’s visit to New Zealand focused on building a partnership with the RNZAF, and coordination of future opportunities to collaborate and build interoperability in the Indo-Pacific. (Photo courtesy of Royal New Zealand Air Force).

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U.S. and New Zealand Air Forces Strengthen Ties Through PACAF Immersion

Gen. Kevin Schneider, Pacific Air Forces commander, and CMSgt Katie McCool, PACAF command chief, pay respects at the Royal New Zealand Air Force marae, Tūrangawaewae at Ōhakea Air Force Base, New Zealand, Feb. 21, 2025. A marae is a sacred place in Polynesian culture, and Tūrangawaewae is a spiritual gathering place for RNZAF to gather, strengthening unity and a sense of belonging. (Photo courtesy of Royal New Zealand Air Force).

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USAF, JASDF, RAAF pilots conduct aerial practices during CN25

Allies from the United States, Japan and Australia come together for a group photo on the flight-line in front of three F-35A Lightning IIs to celebrate the end of exercise Cope North 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 21, 2025. CN25 is a multinational, U.S. Pacific Air Forces-sponsored, field training exercise focused on conducting Combat Air Force training to increase interoperability. This exercise enhances U.S. relationships and interoperability with our regional Allies and partners by fostering the exchange of information and refining shared tactics, techniques and procedures to better integrate multilateral defense capabilities and compatibility in support of regional security. ( U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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B-1s train with US, ROKAF fighter aircraft

Two U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcons fly alongside a U.S. B-1B Lancer in training airspace above South Korea Feb. 20, 2025. The aircraft participated in combined, joint air interdiction training with Republic of Korea Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps F-35 Lightning IIs, validating the two nations’ combined ability to conduct strikes and operated together in a contested environment. (Photo courtesy of ROK Air Force)

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B-1s train with US, ROKAF fighter aircraft

Two U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancers fly in formation with two Republic of Korea Air Force F-15K Slam Eagles and two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons during bilateral training in airspace above South Korea, Feb. 20, 2025. The B-1s and F-16s conducted precision strike and air interdiction training with four ROKAF F-35As, one more U.S. Air Force F-16, and four U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning IIs following the formation flight. (Photo courtesy of ROK Air Force)

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B-1s train with US, ROKAF fighter aircraft

A U.S. Air Force F-16, left, flies in formation with a U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer, middle, and two Republic of Korea Air Force F-15K Slam Eagles, during a bilateral training event in airspace over South Korea, Feb. 20, 2025. The bomber, assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, is currently deployed to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, in support of Bomber Task Force 25-1. (Photo courtesy of ROK Air Force)

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B-1s train with US, ROKAF fighter aircraft

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer flies in the front of a formation with two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons, left, and two Republic of Korea Air Force F-15K Slam Eagles, right, during a bilateral training event above South Korea Feb. 20, 2025. The training helped ensure the combat readiness of combined and joint air assets in the Indo-Pacific theater by building proficiency in aircrew tactics, techniques, and procedures. (Courtesy photo by ROK Air Force).

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Misawa AB provides rapid fuel support for BTF 25-1

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Paul Bonham, 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron fuels distribution supervisor, connects hydrant sensing lines for a hot pit refuel during Bomber Task Force 25-1 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 20, 2025. The U.S. Department of Defense remains fully committed to defense and deterrence of any actors that would undermine or threaten the shared interests of the U.S., its allies, or its partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Kenney)

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Misawa AB provides rapid fuel support for BTF 25-1

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron send off a U.S. Air Force B1-Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron in support of Pacific Air Forces’ Bomber Task Force mission at Misawa Air Base, Feb. 20, 2025. Through combined training, the U.S. and intercontinental defense forces work together to promote interoperability, thus furthering our investments and strengthening our relationships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Manami Jones, 99th Medical Group clinical nurse (left), Capt. Brian Reed, 374th Operations Group deputy chief of group standardization and evaluation (middle), and Japan Air Self-Defense Force Ms. Koganei Yoriko, JASDF translator (right), hold hands as a sign of coming together during exercise Cope North 25 on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 19, 2025. CN25 is a demonstration of dedication to a longstanding trilateral partnership between three nations, continuously honing our ability to operate, and communicate as one team. Thanks to the support of skilled translators like Jones, Yoriko and Reed, CN25 transcends language barriers, and keeps participants focused on their mission. ( U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt Codi Clemmons)

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