BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

U.S. Air Force Capt. Evan Berry, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons system officer, waits to board a B-1B Lancer to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. BTF missions provide opportunities to train and work with U.S. Allies and partners in joint and combined operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

(From left to right) U.S. Air Force Capt. John Gordy, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron pilot, and Maj. Brandon Felley, 9 EBS weapons systems officer, step to a B-1B Lancer to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. BTF 25-2 is a demonstration of Allies by projecting strength, forging strong alliances, and demonstrating our unwavering resolve, aiming to discourage aggression and maintain peace and stability in the region and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua Myers, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron pilot, waits to board a B-1B Lancer to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. USSTRATCOM Bomber Task Force missions help maintain global stability and security by demonstrating the ability to operate in different environments and locations while building Ally and partner military capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua Myers, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron pilot, boards a B-1B Lancer to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. BTF 25-2 is a demonstration of Allies by projecting strength, forging strong alliances, and demonstrating our unwavering resolve, aiming to discourage aggression and maintain peace and stability in the region and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

A B-1B Lancer sits on a flightline before being boarded to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. USSTRATCOM Bomber Task Force missions help maintain global stability and security by demonstrating the ability to operate in different environments and locations while building Ally and partner military capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

U.S. Air Force Capt. John Gordy, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron pilot, prepares to fly a B1-B Lancer to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. Bomber Task Force missions are representative of the U.S. commitment to our Allies and partners and enhance regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

Two B-1B Lancers taxi on the flightline before taking off to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. Bomber Task Force missions are representative of the U.S. commitment to our Allies and partners and enhance regional security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

A B-1B Lancer takes off to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. BTF missions provide opportunities to train and work with U.S. Allies and partners in joint and combined operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

A B-1B Lancer takes off to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. BTF 25-2 is a demonstration of Allies by projecting strength, forging strong alliances, and demonstrating our unwavering resolve, aiming to discourage aggression and maintain peace and stability in the region and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

A B-1B Lancer takes off to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. USSTRATCOM Bomber Task Force missions help maintain global stability and security by demonstrating the ability to operate in different environments and locations while building Ally and partner military capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

A B-1B Lancer takes off to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. BTF 25-2 is a demonstration of Allies by projecting strength, forging strong alliances, and demonstrating our unwavering resolve, aiming to discourage aggression and maintain peace and stability in the region and beyond. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)

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BTF 25-2: Depart for mission

Published April 30, 2025
By Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole
Pacific Air Forces

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan -- U.S. Air Force Capt. Evan Berry, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons system officer, waits to board a B-1B Lancer to complete a mission during Bomber Task Force 25-2 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 22, 2025. BTF missions provide opportunities to train and work with U.S. Allies and partners in joint and combined operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mattison Cole)