US Air Force Establishes First Permanent F-35A Squadron at Misawa Air Base, Japan
The United States Air Force has officially deployed the first F-35A Lightning II fighters that will be permanently based at Misawa Air Base in Japan. This strategic move marks a significant enhancement of U.S. military capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. The arrival of the 5th-generation stealth aircraft bolsters the operational readiness of U.S. Forces Japan. This deployment underscores the strengthening of the U.S.-Japan security alliance. The F-35As will integrate with existing assets to ensure regional stability and deter potential adversaries.
Official Source: https://aviationnews.eu/news/2026/03/us-air-force-deploys-first-permanently-based-f-35a-fighters-to-misawa-air-base/
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