Misawa’s demo team delivers downunder

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Vincent Avila, Pacific Air Forces demonstration team maintainer, from Misawa Air Base, Japan, narrates an F-16 Fighting Falcon’s aerial demonstration, during the Australian International Airshow 2013, at Avalon Airport, Australia, Feb. 26. U.S. service members, aircraft and equipment supported the event and took part in an unique opportunity to showcase its aviation prowess and promote strong military ties with Australian allies and friends. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kenna Jackson)

Misawa’s demo team delivers downunder

Australian International Airshow 2013 attendees watch an F-16 Fighting Falcon, from Misawa Air Base, Japan, land on the runway at Avalon Airport, Australia, Feb. 26. This event, which is one of the largest international trade shows in the Pacific, drew over 350,000 visitors and featured 500 defense exhibitioners from 35 countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kenna Jackson)

Jets fly to Australia for upcoming Australian International Airshow 2013

F-22 Raptors, representing Langely Air Force Base, Viginia, demonstration team, tears through Australian skies as they make their way to Avalon Airport for the Feb. 26 to March 3, Australian International Airshow 2013 on Feb. 22, 2013. The AIA13, one of the largest, biennial international trade shows in the Pacific, is expected to draw over 350,000 visitors and features approximately 500 defense exhibitors from 35 countries. A cross-section of U.S. military aircraft and equipment are scheduled to be present through static displays and aerial demonstrations. Displayed aircraft include: United States Air Force F-22 Raptor, C-17 Globemaster III, F-16 Fighting Falcon, B-52 Stratofortress, and KC-135 Stratotanker. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kenna Jackson)

Jets fly to Australia for upcoming Australian International Airshow 2013

In route to the Australian International Airshow 2013, two F-16 Fighting Falcons, representing Misawa Air Base, Japan, demonstration team, and an F-22 Raptor, representing Langley Air Base, Virginia, demonstration team, fly over Australia behind a KC-135 Stratolifter, from Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan on Feb. 22, 2013. The AIA13, scheduled for Feb. 26 to March 3, is the largest biennial and international trade show in the Pacific. At the airshow, a cross-section of U.S. military aircraft and equipment are scheduled to be present through static displays and aerial demonstrations, including the United States Air Force’s F-22 Raptor, C-17 Globemaster III, F-16 Fighting Falcon, B-52 Stratofortress, and KC-135 Stratotanker. Approximately 220 U.S. service members are supporting the AIA13, which represents a unique opportunity for the United States to showcase its aviation prowess and promote strong military-to-military ties with its’ Pacific friends and allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kenna Jackson)

Rain can't stop Misawa Air Festival 2012

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 aircraft pilot demonstrates the multi-role fighter’s maneuverability during the Air Festival Sept. 9, 2012, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Aircraft soared through the sky while others sat static for viewing during the Air Festival. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Lipscomb/Released)

Rain can't stop Misawa Air Festival 2012

Two Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 aircraft take off during the Air Festival Sept. 9, 2012, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Thousands of people from across Japan visited Misawa Air Base for this annual event, which displayed the teamwork and openness shared by U.S. and Japan forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Lipscomb/Released)