Rain can't stop Misawa Air Festival 2012

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15 pilot demonstrates the maneuverability of the aircraft 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. 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)

Rain can't stop Misawa Air Festival 2012

Two Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-2 aircraft demonstrate dog fighting tactics during the Air Festival Sept. 9, 2012, at Misawa Air Base, Japan. Thousands of people visited Misawa Air Base during the Air Festival to see aircraft demonstrations, static displays and flybys. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Lipscomb/Released)

Rain can't stop Misawa Air Festival 2012

Japan Air Self-Defense Force search and rescue team repel out of a UH-60J helicopter during the Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 9, 2012. The 2012 Misawa Air Festival featured aircraft and equipment from the U.S. military as well as Japan Air Self Defense Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nathan Lipscomb/Released)

Rain can't stop Misawa Air Festival 2012

A U.S. Air Force pilot displays the F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft’s abilities during the Air Festival at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Sept. 9, 2012. Aircraft soared through the sky while others sat static for viewing during the 2012 Misawa Air Festival. 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)

Fighting Samurai deploys air power to OEF

Wild Weasel F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 14th Fighter Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan, lineup at the end of the runway and await takeoff, Aug. 13, 2012. The 14 FS members departed to Southwest Asia in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. April Quintanilla)

Fighting Samurai deploys air power to OEF

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Raphael Baylis, 35th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron avionics specialist, signals to halt an F-16 Fighting Falcon for final inspection at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Aug. 13, 2012. Wild Weasel 14th Fighter Squadron pilots and 35 AMXS maintainers departed to Southwest Asia in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. April Quintanilla)

Wild Weasels continue mission after validating aircraft safety

The 35th Fighter Wing F-16 Fighting Falcons of Misawa Air Base, Japan, taxi down the runway July 26, 2012, for the first time since temporarily suspending operations after the loss of an F-16, July 22, 2012. The certification and revalidation of all aircraft was performed by the 35th Fighter Wing to ensure aircraft were ready to resume flight operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Kee/Released)

Wild Weasels continue mission after validating aircraft safety

Misawa’s F-16 Fighting Falcons line up to launch after a temporary suspension was lifted at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 26, 2012. The revalidation and certification of all aircraft was done by the 35th Fighter Wing following the loss of an aircraft July 22, 2012. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Kee/Released)

Wild Weasels continue mission after validating aircraft safety

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Wyatt, right, 35th Maintenance Squadron sheet metal technician, and Senior Airman Zachary Hurt, 14th Fighter Squadron aircraft maintainer, inspect the inside of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 26, 2012. The safety of pilots and the capability of keeping jets ready to fly are major priorities for all maintainers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Kee/Released)

Wild Weasels continue mission after validating aircraft safety

An F-16 Fighting Falcon launches to complete its mission after a temporary suspension was lifted at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 26, 2012. The 35th Fighter Wing has been heavily engaged in revalidating and certifying the safety of its aircraft following the loss of an aircraft July 22, 2012. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. April Quintanilla/Released)

Misawa jets launch during base inspection

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - An F-16 Fighting Falcon with the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during an operational readiness inspection here Dec. 7. Airmen-warriors of the 35 FW are currently being inspected on their ability to survive and operate in a wartime environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Marie Brown)

Misawa jets launch during base inspection

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - An F-16 Fighting Falcon with the 35th Fighter Wing takes off during an operational readiness inspection here Dec. 7. Airmen-warriors of the 35 FW are currently being inspected on their ability to survive and operate in a wartime environment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Marie Brown)