JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

Two Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15Js assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, left, and three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron from Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, fly in formation over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. Bilateral training exercises help ensure allies are able to come together to effectively respond to demanding scenarios in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

Two Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15Js assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, left, and three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron from Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, fly in formation over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. Bilateral training exercises help ensure that allies can come together to effectively respond to demanding scenarios in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron from Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, fly next to the wing of a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. Bilateral training exercises help ensure that allies can come together to effectively respond to demanding scenarios in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, conducts aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. The bilateral training showed camaraderie between forces, and the commitment of both nations to maintain peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Matthew Hurless, 909th Air Refueling Squadron operations flight chief and instructor boom operator, prepares for aerial refueling during a large force training exercise over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. Aerial refueling capabilities extend airborne training time and combat radius, ensuring joint and allied aircraft are postured to maintain regional peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, conducts aerial refueling with a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. The bilateral training showed camaraderie between forces, and the commitment of both nations to maintain peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, and three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron from Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, fly next to a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. Bilateral training exercises help ensure that allies can come together to effectively respond to demanding scenarios in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

An U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron from Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, approaches a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 909th Air Refueling Squadron for air refueling over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. As the Keystone of the Pacific, Kadena is a pivotal hub for Agile Combat Employment, which allows units to project combat power in concert with U.S. allies and other partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

Two Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15Js assigned to the 304th Tactical Fighter Squadron, left, and three U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron from Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, fly in formation over the Pacific Ocean, Oct. 1, 2025. Bilateral training exercises help ensure that allies can come together to effectively respond to demanding scenarios in defense of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Melany Bermudez)

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JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons Formation

Published Dec. 7, 2025
By Senior Airman Melany Bermudez
18th Wing Public Affairs

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan --

JASDF F-15Js and U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron, flew in formation Oct. 1,2025. The bilateral training demonstrated interoperability between forces, and the commitment of both nations to maintain peace and stability within the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility.