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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 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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Misawa AB provides rapid fuel support for BTF 25-1

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Rodel Shorter, 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, marshals an R-11 fuel truck during Bomber Task Force 25-1 hot pit refueling operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 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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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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Misawa AB provides rapid fuel support for BTF 25-1

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Dennis Webb, 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron fuels distribution operator, runs with a fueling hose during a hot pit refuel at Misawa Air Base, Japan, in support of Bomber Task Force 25-1, Feb. 27, 2025. The United States is an Indo-Pacific nation and will remain engaged in the region to support U.S. allies and partners in the goal of maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific. (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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Misawa AB provides rapid fuel support for BTF 25-1

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brendan Harkin, 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron dedicated crew chief, operates a switch used to send fuel from a refueling truck to a B-1B Lancer during Bomber Task Force 25-1 hot pit refueling operations at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 27, 2025. Enhancing interoperability between the U.S. and international defense forces contributes to the long-term advancement of our nations’ shared interests. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Kenney)
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US, Japan bomber-fighter integration demonstrates dynamic force employment

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. and F-16 Fighting Falcons from Misawa Air Base, Japan, conducted bilateral joint training with Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-2s off the coast of Northern Japan, April 22, 2020. U.S. Strategic Command's bomber forces regularly conduct combined theater security cooperation engagements with allies and partners, demonstrating U.S. capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)
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US, Japan bomber-fighter integration demonstrates dynamic force employment

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. and F-16 Fighting Falcons from Misawa Air Base, Japan, conducted bilateral joint training with Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-2s off the coast of Northern Japan, April 22, 2020. U.S. Strategic Command's bomber forces regularly conduct combined theater security cooperation engagements with allies and partners, demonstrating U.S. capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)
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US, Japan bomber-fighter integration demonstrates dynamic force employment

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. and F-16 Fighting Falcons from Misawa Air Base, Japan, conducted bilateral joint training with Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-2s off the coast of Northern Japan, April 22, 2020. U.S. Strategic Command's bomber forces regularly conduct combined theater security cooperation engagements with allies and partners, demonstrating U.S. capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)
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US, Japan bomber-fighter integration demonstrates dynamic force employment

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. and F-16 Fighting Falcons from Misawa Air Base, Japan, conducted bilateral joint training with Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) F-2s off the coast of Northern Japan, April 22, 2020. U.S. Strategic Command's bomber forces regularly conduct combined theater security cooperation engagements with allies and partners, demonstrating U.S. capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Timothy Moore)
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US, Japan bomber-fighter integration showcases alliance, global power projection

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, six F-16 Fighting Falcons and four Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2s from Misawa Air Base, Japan, fly in formation off the coast of Northern Japan as part of a combined Continuous Bomber Presence and Bomber Task Force mission, Feb. 3, 2020. U.S. Strategic Command's bomber forces regularly conduct combined theater security cooperation engagements with allies and partners, demonstrating U.S. capability to command, control and conduct bomber missions around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Bulow-Gonterman)
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190617-F-MA978-1190

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 14 Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, pulls the mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) cable at the Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. The MAAS is a contingency airfield asset that allows for the safe retrieval of tail hook aircraft during an in-flight emergency. It is air-portable and can be installed in a variety of methods and on practically any surface type to provide coverage in a variety of scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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190617-F-MA978-1032

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. DeMarco Poole, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical system craftsman from Misawa Air Base, Japan, spaces out the rollers on the mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) cable at the Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. The small rollers keep the cable up off the runway so the hook can grab it. Six MAAS technicians forward deployed to Indonesia to support Cope West 19.The MAAS is designed to ensure pilots land and take-off safely in the event of an in-flight emergency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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190617-F-MA978-1122

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 14 Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, comes to a stop after hooking onto the mobile aircraft arresting system (MAAS) at the Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia, June 17, 2019. The MAAS is a contingency airfield asset that allows for the safe retrieval of tail hook aircraft during an in-flight emergency. It is air-portable and can be installed in a variety of methods and on practically any surface type to provide coverage in a variety of scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A. Hutto)
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190622-F-MA978-1510

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake “Primo” Impellizzeri, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team commander, performs a high-speed pass during the Cope West 19 open house at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia June 22, 2019. The Cope West 19 open house was one of many events throughout 2019 celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Indonesia. The Cope West 19 open house provided an opportunity for the local communities around Manado to engage with their nation’s military and a key partnering nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A Hutto)
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190622-F-ZZ000-1000

U.S. Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Nickolas Czyzewski, an analyst with the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Augmentation Team-Indonesia, gives a backpack to a child during the Cope West 19 open house at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia June 22, 2019. During the event, a team of U.S. Embassy-Jakarta members set up a small kiosk showcasing U.S.-Indonesian 70th anniversary bilateral relations items and educational handouts for children. The team handed out educational books, back packs, writing supply materials, in commemoration of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Government of Indonesia. (Courtesy photo)
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190622-F-ZZ000-1001

U.S. military members take a group photo with students from a local school during the Cope West 19 open house at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia June 22, 2019. During the event, a U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Team of U.S. Embassy-Jakarta members set up a small kiosk showcasing U.S.-Indonesian 70th anniversary bilateral relations items and educational handouts for children. The team handed out educational books, back packs, writing supply materials, in commemoration of diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Government of Indonesia. (Courtesy photo)
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190622-F-MA978-1331

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake “Primo” Impellizzeri, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team commander, soars through the sky over Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia June 22, 2019. The Cope West 19 open house, organized by the U.S. Pacific Air Forces and Indonesian armed forces, provided an opportunity for the local communities around Manado to engage with their nation’s military and a key partnering nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A Hutto)
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190622-F-MA978-1407

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jake “Primo” Impellizzeri, Pacific Air Forces’ F-16 Demonstration Team commander, meets Indonesian armed forces leadership during the Cope West 19 open house at Sam Ratulangi International Airport, Manado, Indonesia June 22, 2019. Community relations events such as this provided the local populace an up-close and personal experience of the professionalism and collaboration their nation’s military conducts alongside U.S. counterparts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Melanie A Hutto)
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