U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Eric Lozano-Castaneda, 35th Maintenance Squadron munition crew chief, speaks on the principles and daily work of the 35th Maintenance Squadron Ammo flight, March 20, 2024. The Ammo flight is responsible for handling and supplying the 35th Fighter Wing with all of its munitions, thereby ensuring that the Indo-Pacific stays free and open. (U.S. Air Force video by Airman 1st Class Koby Mitchell)
During the first week of March, the 35th Fighter Wing conducted the first bilateral Multi-Capable Airman (MCA) training with Airmen from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), providing an opportunity for Airmen from both nations to work closely as they learn useful mission critical skills.
If an EOD technician performs at a level less than perfect, it can result in dire consequences. The importance of training cannot be stressed enough due to the unforgiving nature of the field. 35th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) EOD flight members recently hosted the HABU Exercise with EOD technicians from Misawa, Andersen, Kadena and Osan Air Bases participating. The goal was to familiarize technicians from more temperate climates with the...
