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U.S.-Japan soar through heavy winds for Airborne 24

U.S. Air Force (USAF) C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron prepare to load Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers for static-line jump training during Airborne 24, March 7, 2024, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Airborne 24 involved approximately 300 JGSDF paratroopers, U.S. Army jumpmasters and six C-130Js. The jump showcased the USAF and JGSDF’s ability to rapidly deploy joint forces, while emphasizing the strong allied commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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Airmen with the 80th Fighter Squadron and the 80th Fighter Generation Squadron strike a ‘Crush ‘Em’ pose for a group photo in front of two F-16 Fighting Falcons during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 7, 2024. The 8th Fighter Wing has maintained participation in Cobra Gold throughout the exercises’ 43-year history, demonstrating the commitment to ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)

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Airmen with the 80th Fighter Squadron and the 80th Fighter Generation Squadron stand at parade rest in front of two F-16 Fighting Falcons during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 7, 2024. The 8th Fighter Wing has maintained participation in Cobra Gold throughout the exercises’ 43-year history, demonstrating the commitment to ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)

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Airmen with the 80th Fighter Squadron strike a ‘Crush ‘Em’ pose for a group photo in front of two F-16 Fighting Falcons during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 7, 2024. The 80th Fighter Squadron was tasked with providing aerial support for Cobra Gold 24, demonstrating the United States' commitment to the region by building interoperability with our allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)

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Airmen with the 80th Fighter Squadron stand at parade rest in front of two F-16 Fighting Falcons during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 7, 2024. The 80th Fighter Squadron was tasked with providing aerial support for Cobra Gold 24, demonstrating the United States' commitment to the region by building interoperability with our allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)

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Capt. Bjorn Nielsen, 80th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, right, 80th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, reviews aircraft certifications beside Airman 1st Class Logan Diehm, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, before take-off during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 1, 2024. Cobra Gold is the largest joint exercise in mainland Asia and exemplifies the U.S.’s long-standing alliance with Thailand to ensure regional peace and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Members from the 80th Fighter Generation Squadron provide maintenance support for the departure of F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 1, 2024. F-16s assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron operated alongside allies and partner nations in a scenario designed to test the interoperability of multinational assets and enhance the combined force’s ability to respond rapidly and effectively to future crises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Lt. Col. Brandon July, 80th Fighter Squadron commander and F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, performs a gesture of squadron pride before departure during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 29, 2024. Cobra Gold 24 is an exercise designed to provide the U.S., its Allies, and mission partners a venue to execute complex and realistic operations to build interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Airman 1st Class Darren Ky, left, and Senior Airman Ashley Taylor, both 80th Fighter Generation Squadron aircraft armament systems, perform a gesture of squadron pride while transitting to conduct maintenance on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 29, 2024. The 43rd iteration of the exercise brought together service members from seven nations Feb. 26 - March 9, to enhance regional security by improving warfighting readiness and speed of response. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Maj. Robert Glenn, 80th Fighter Squadron director of operations, performs a gesture of squadron pride before flight during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 29, 2024. Cobra Gold is the largest joint exercise in mainland Asia and a concrete example of the strong alliance and strategic relationship between Thailand and the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Senior Airman David Flowers, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Kingdom of Thailand, March 1, 2024. Over the course of the two-week multinational exercise, 80th Fighter Squadron pilots flew 96 sorties and more than 160 flying hours over the skies of Thailand. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, U.S. Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander, and other aviation leaders presented the Al Wooden Endeavor Scholarship at the Changi Exhibition Center, Republic of Singapore, Feb. 22, 2024. The ceremony was held during the Singapore Airshow 2024, one of the largest defense exhibitions and tradeshows in the Pacific. During the ceremony the students and their teacher were announced, given flight jackets, and their certificate. The students will travel to space camp this summer where they will meet up with the other scholarship winners from Poland, United Arab Emirates, and other countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrea Posey)

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F-35s arrive in Thailand for Cope Tiger

F-35A Lightning II’s assigned to the 354th Fighter Wing, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, sit on a runway prior to Exercise Cope Tiger 2024 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 7, 2024. This marks the first time in its 28th iteration of the exercise that 5th generation aircrafts are used in the Cope Tiger exercise. Units from the United States, Kingdom of Thailand and the Republic of Singapore Air Force have partnered together in this trilateral training to address regional security threats, humanitarian crises, and natural disasters. (U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joao Marcus Costa)

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35th Fighter Wing Conducts Bilateral MCA Training

A Japan Air Self-Defense (JASDF) Airman aims his trainer rifle from a Defensive Fighting Position (DFP) during a bilateral Multi-Capable Airman (MCA) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2024. The MCA course focuses on developing competencies outside of the Airman’s career field, ensuring Airmen are ready for contingencies and can operate with varying levels of capacity and support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

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35th Fighter Wing Conducts Bilateral MCA Training

Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) and U.S. Air Force Airmen work together on a flight line repair exercise during a Multi-Capable Airman course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2024. In the event of a contingency, Airmen are trained to quickly repair damaged areas of the flight line, enabling the airfield to continue operating during or after an attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

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35th Fighter Wing Conducts Bilateral MCA Training

Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Airmen assemble communication equipment during the capstone event of a Multi-Capable Airman course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2024. The capstone event tested Airmen’s skills as they must perform a variety of tasks without the aid of an instructor to graduate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

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35th Fighter Wing Conducts Bilateral MCA Training

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Airman and a U.S. Air Force Airman assemble a Small Shelter System during the capstone event of a Multi-Capable Airman course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2024. The five-day training included various activities followed up with a capstone to test the Airmen's capabilities on performing tasks without guidance from the instructors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

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35th Fighter Wing Conducts Bilateral MCA Training

Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) and U.S. Air Force Airmen assemble a Small Shelter System during the capstone event of a Multi-Capable Airman (MCA) course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2024. The MCA course provides a combination of classroom education and applied learning, with a strong focus on hands-on training to teach Airmen abilities outside of their original career field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

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35th Fighter Wing Conducts Bilateral MCA Training

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) Airman operates a forklift during a Multi-Capable Airman course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 7, 2024. Forklift operation was one of multiple trainings offered during the MCA course, allowing Airmen from a variety of career fields within both the U.S. Air Force and JASDF to broaden their skillsets. learn valuable skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

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35th Fighter Wing Conducts Bilateral MCA Training

A U.S. Air Force Airman instructs cargo preparation and movement training during a Multi-Capable Airman course at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 5, 2024. The course teaches Airmen in various career fields how to prepare cargo for airlifts and increases readiness by enabling the Air Force to push more cargo to various locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Patrick Boyle)

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