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U.S. Air Force Maj. Scott Stewart, a pediatrician with the 673rd Medical Group at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, shares techniques he uses to assist sick children during a subject matter exchange in Ba, Fiji, July 13, 2017. Stewart, along with two other U.S. Air Force health professionals spent two days in Ba working with and exchanging on the job knowledge each country can take back and use for the betterment of both societies. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton)
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U.S. departs Aero India, leaves stronger relationships behind

A U.S. Air Force F-16 performs an aerial maneuver as part of the F-16 Aerial Demonstration Team during the opening ceremonies of Aero India 2017 at Air Force Station Yelahanka, India Feb. 14. In addition to the F-16, the U.S Department of Defense supported Aero India with a U.S. Navy P-8 Poseidon and a U.S. Air Force C-130 J Super Hercules, which supported a joint U.S. and Indian Air Force parachute jump later in the week. The United States participates in air shows and other regional events to demonstrate its commitment to the security of the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, promote the standardization and interoperability of equipment, and display capabilities critical to the success of current and future military operations. The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a compact, multi-role fighter aircraft. It is highly maneuverable and has proven itself in air-to-air combat and air-to-surface attack. It provides a relatively low-cost, high-performance weapon system for the United States and allied nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Mark Lazane)
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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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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, places a Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System helmet inside a pilot’s locker at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2016. Daily, AFE Airmen inspect all equipment used by Wild Weasel pilot during flight; ensuring each piece of equipment is fully operational and safe. (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 Capt. Miklos Preysz, the bravo flight commander with the 14th Fighter Squadron, gets his display unit adjusted at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2016. Adjusting a display unit enhances acuity for combat tactics during flight. The display rests in front of the helmet and shows the pilot their airspeed and altitude. (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 Senior Airman Danny Lo, an Aircrew Flight Equipment journeyman with the 35th Operation Support Squadron, tailors a life preserver to Capt. Miklos Preysz, the bravo flight commander with the 14th Fighter Squadron, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2016. Each piece of equipment is specifically tailored to every pilot to maximize comfort and operational use. The life preserver serves as a flotation device if the pilot crashes or is ejected in an area around water. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Misawa Airmen equip fighter pilots for survival

A table full of prepared Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System helmets and MBU 20/P breathing masks sit in the office of 35th Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2016. AFE Airmen conduct pre-checks on all equipment ensuring there are no holes, tears or other discrepancies before the pilots don their gear. The helmet and breathing masks supply oxygen to the pilots while they are flying at high altitudes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Deana Heitzman)
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Memory of loved one

U.S. Air Force Maj. William Logan, a chaplain with the 35th Fighter Wing, holds a picture of his son, Zac, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Feb. 23, 2016. Logan shared the story of his son’s suicide and the effects of the aftermath. He highlighted the recovery process hoping to inspire others to come forward for help in times of need. Logan is from Medina, Tennessee. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)
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Cookie Caper brings treats to service members

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Patrick Hoerle, 35th Fighter Wing paralegal, receives cookies from Senior Master Sgt. Audra Perkins, 35 FW public affairs superintendent, at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2015. The annual Cookie Caper brought a tray of 10 cookies each to single and unaccompanied U.S. Air Force, Army and Navy, and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)
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Cookie Caper brings treats to service members

Cookies line the bottom of a tray at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2015. The annual Cookie Caper’s goal is to bring a sense of holiday spirit to single and unaccompanied Misawa service members with a tray of 10 cookies each and holiday cards donated by the American Red Cross. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)
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Cookie Caper brings treats to service members

Volunteers wrap trays of cookies at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Dec. 9, 2015. Misawa community members donated cookie dough and home-baked cookies, which were then organized into trays at the Mutsu Officers’ Club for the annual Cookie Caper. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jordyn Fetter/Released)
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