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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member marshals a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2026, in support of Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1. NATR 26-1 is a bilateral field training exercise designed to increase readiness and interoperability, strengthening the U.S.-Japan alliance.(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, takes off during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, takes off during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force Capt. William Carr, right, 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, converses with a Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilot during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2026. During an F-35A immersion tour, U.S. and JASDF pilots conversed about shared experiences, providing an opportunity for members of each service to learn from each other. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to the 305th Tactical Fighter Squadron takes off during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 13, 2026. NATR 26-1 is a bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and JASDF personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability, strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Helmer, 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, prepares to marshal a Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35B Lightning II during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation Exercise 26-1, at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base Japan, March 12, 2026. During the exercise, U.S. and JASDF maintainers marshalled one another's aircraft, further reinforcing corps-service familiarity and operational coordination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force Capt. Harry McMahon, 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, shakes hands with local base support group members during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1 at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. As the project officer for NATR 26-1, McMahon provided the group with an in-depth look at the F-35A Lightning II’s capabilities and role in the continued defense of Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagles assigned to the 305th Tactical Fighter Squadron taxi down the flightline during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force leadership from the 18th Wing, 5th Air Wing, and 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, meet during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. During the meeting, leadership discussed future collaborations between U.S. and Japanese personnel, further solidifying their ironclad alliance in support of stability in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, sit on the flight line during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1 at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, taxi after landing at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, in support of Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, March 9, 2026. Training operations like these are crucial to deterring aggression and being ready to fight and win to protect the vital interests of the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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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 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

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

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

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 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

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, 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

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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