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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

Two F-35A Lightning IIs, assigned to the 137th Fighter Squadron, practice aerial tactics for exercise Cope North 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 19, 2025. With its history of fostering partnerships and strengthening alliances, CN25 is a cornerstone of Pacific-focused training exercises, promoting cooperation and interoperability throughout the Indo-pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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USAF, JASDF, RAAF pilots conduct aerial practices during CN25

An F-35A Lightning II, assigned to the 137th Fighter Squadron, practices aerial tactics for exercise Cope North 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 19, 2025. CN25 showcases the importance of cooperation and partnership in maintaining a stable and secure Indo-Pacific region and highlights the U.S. commitment to working with Allies and partners to promote peace and prosperity. The F-35A provides next-generation stealth, enhanced situational awareness, and reduced vulnerability to the realistic combat training and scenarios in CN25. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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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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USAF, JASDF, RAAF pilots conduct aerial practices during CN25

F-35A Lightning II pilots pose on the flight-line for exercise Cope North 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 19, 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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USAF, JASDF, RAAF pilots conduct aerial practices during CN25

An F-35A Lightning II, assigned to the 137th Fighter Squadron, waits to take-off for exercise Cope North 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 19, 2025. The F-35 is the coalition forces’ latest 5th generation aircraft. It was designed to operate and survive in a contested environment, with its advanced avionics, situational awareness, aerodynamic performance and reduced vulnerability for the United States and partner nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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USAF, JASDF, RAAF pilots conduct aerial practices during CN25

An F-35A Lightning II, assigned to the 137th Fighter Squadron, practices aerial tactics for exercise Cope North 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 19, 2025. During CN25, pilots from JASDF and other participating nations have been practicing their aerial tactics daily in order to enhance their capabilities and prepare for any future conflict. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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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

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

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

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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Members of the Japanese Air Defense Command view a B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron, Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D., during a Cope North 2025 distinguished visitors tour at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 12, 2025. The Department of Defense will continue to assure Allies and partners while simultaneously deterring opportunistic acts of aggression through forward presence and the ability to rapidly respond to crises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Kenney)

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Royal Australian Air Force Warrant Officer Gregory Clive, from RAAF Air Combat Group, speaks with Senior Airman Tia Cook, 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1 avionics technician, during a Cope North 2025 distinguished visitors tour of a B-1B Lancer at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 12, 2025. Bomber Task Force and Cope North missions focus on enhancing U.S. relationship and interoperability with regional Allies and partners by fostering the exchange of information and refining shared tactics, techniques, and procedures to better integrate trilateral defense capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Kenney)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Robert Wasil (center right), 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron commander, briefs Cope North 2025 distinguished visitors about the Bomber Task Force 25-1 mission and its operations during a B-1B Lancer aircraft tour at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 12, 2025. Cope North 25 provides a unique opportunity for the US, Australia, and Japan to integrate their air forces, refining shared tactics, techniques, and procedures to better address regional security challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brittany Kenney)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Ryan Plourde (right), 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron deputy commander, speaks with members of the Japanese Air Defense Command during an immersion tour of a B-1B Lancer during Bomber Task Force 25-1 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 12, 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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Distinguished visitors from Cope North 2025 are shown around a B-1B Lancer assigned to the 34th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron to help learn about the Bomber Task Force 25-1 mission as part of an immersion day tour at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 12, 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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A Japan Air Self Defense Force pilot shares a signal to JASDF leadership before taking-off in an F-35A Lightning II for exercise Cope North 25 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 13, 2025. The F-35A provides next-generation stealth, enhanced situational awareness and reduced vulnerability to the realistic combat training and scenarios in CN25. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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Japan Self Defense Force Maj. Gen. Yukinori Yanagi, director of Defense Plans and Operations Directorate, admires F-35A Lightning II aircraft on the flight line during exercise Cope North 25 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 13, 2025. CN25 showcases the importance of cooperation and partnership in maintaining a stable and secure Indo-Pacific region and highlights the U.S. commitment to working with allies and partners to promote peace and prosperity. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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Japan Air Self Defense Force maintainer waits for a F-35A Lightning II to take-off on the flightline for exercise Cope North 25 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 13, 2025. CN25 enhances relationships and interoperability with 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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From left: Royal Australian Air Force maintainer, U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Mike Loringer, 134th Fighter Squadron pilot, and Japan Air Self Defense Force maintainer pose for photo in front of a F-35A Lightning II during exercise Cope North 25 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 13, 2025. The JASDF and RAAF maintainers teamed up to work on USAF F-35 aircraft to strengthen their skills with their allies. CN25 focuses on the interoperability of these united nations in order to prepare for future conflict. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tala Hunt)

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