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  • Weapons fit on the flightline before being loaded onto a B-1B Lancer

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron sits on the flight line with GBU-54 bombs, prior to loading during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. A GBU-54 is a 500-pound bomb equipped with laser guidance to accurately engage with moving targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)
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  • Weapons sit on the flightline before being loaded onto a B-1B Lancer

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Homer Resendez, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron loading element section chief and project officer, directs Airmen during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. The noncommissioned officers of the 9th EBS work tirelessly throughout the duration of the BTF deployment so that every aspect of the mission holds together and that every Airman under the guidance needed to execute missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
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  • Weapons sit on the flightline before being loaded onto a B-1B Lancer

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron perform a bomber task force weapons load on a B-1B Lancer assigned to the 9th EBS at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. Marking the first-ever B-1 munitions load in mainland Japan, the event underscored total force integration and enhanced regional readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
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  • Weapons sit on the flightline before being loaded onto a B-1B Lancer

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. June Alipio, aircraft armament team chief, guides a GBU-54 bomb during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. The GBU-54 is a 500-pound weapon equipped with laser guidance to accurately engage with moving targets. Marking the first-ever B-1 munitions load in mainland Japan, the event underscored total force integration and enhanced regional readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
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  • Weapons sit on the flightline before being loaded onto a B-1B Lancer

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Maya Hubbard-Hart, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron aircraft armament specialist, operates a MHU-830 lift truck to transport a GBU-54 bomb during a bomber task force weapon load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. Marking the first-ever B-1 munitions load in mainland Japan, the event underscored total force integration and enhanced regional readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
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  • Weapons sit on the flightline before being loaded onto a B-1B Lancer

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Coalton Phillips, 9th Expeditionary Squadron aircraft armament specialist, performs a weapon bay inspection inside a B-1B Lancer assigned to the 9th EBS during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. Aircraft armament specialists are responsible for maintaining launch and release devices for aircraft. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kynan Lamb, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron lead crew member, completes munitions preparation during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. The BTF deployment to Misawa demonstrates interoperability and bolsters Pacific Air Forces’ ability to support a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jayson North, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons load crew member, removes the cap on a GBU-54 bomb during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. A GBU-54 is a 500-pound bomb equipped with laser guidance to accurately engage with moving targets. Marking the first-ever B-1 munitions load in mainland Japan, the event underscored total force integration and enhanced regional readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Austin Reel, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons load crew member, prepares to move a GBU-54 bomb during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. BTF missions demonstrate achieved interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific, showcasing the ability to deter, deny, and dominate adversary or competitor influence and aggression. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Linda Chico, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons load crew chief, and Senior Airman Jayson North, 9th EBS weapons load crew member, prepare to secure a GBU-54 bomb in the weapons bay of a B-1B Lancer during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. BTF deployments deter potential adversaries, reassure partners, and enhance U.S. readiness and rapid global power projection. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kayla Quintana, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons load crew member, operates an MHU-83 lift truck to transport a GBU-54 bomb during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. BTF missions enhance USAF operational readiness to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Linda Chico, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons load crew chief, secures a GBU-54 bomb during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. Marking the first-ever B-1 munitions load in mainland Japan, the event underscored total force integration and enhanced regional readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Linda Chico, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons load crew chief and Airman 1st Class Austin Reel, 9th EBS weapons load crew member, guide a GBU-54 bomb during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. BTF missions demonstrate achieved interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific, showcasing the ability to deter, deny, and dominate adversary or competitor influence and aggression. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Earl Campbell, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron load standardization crew chief, inspects a palette of GBU-54 bombs during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. Crew chiefs are tactical aircraft mechanics responsible for the pre-flight and post-flight checks of aircraft and coordinate servicing and repairs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
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  • Airmen prepare to load a large weapon onto a B-1 Lancer outside on the flightline

    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Earl Campbell, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron load standardization crew chief and Senior Airman Kynan Lamb, 9th EBS lead crew member, inspect munition components during a bomber task force weapons load at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Nov. 10, 2025. BTF deployments present opportunities for personnel to train with Allies and partners to demonstrate interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Adrien Tran)
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    BTF: 9th EBS performs historic weapons load

    • Published Nov. 24, 2025
    • Pacific Air Forces
    MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan --  
    BTF Bomber Task Force Japan weapons B-1 Lancer 9th expeditionary bomb squadron 7th Bomb Wing

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