BTF: 9th EBS completes an engine change

U.S. Air Force Tech Sgt. Thomas Norman, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, prepares a trailer for an engine swap on a B-1B Lancer during a bomber task force deployment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. Strategic BTF operations build the readiness and resilience required to meet any global challenge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)

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BTF: 9th EBS completes an engine change

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron prepare a trailer for an engine swap on a B-1B Lancer during a bomber task force deployment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. Conducting regular maintenance ensures that the 9th EBS is able to conduct and sustain operations in the Western Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)

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BTF: 9th EBS completes an engine change

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Iwan Wix, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron electrical technician, inspects an engine bay after removing an engine from a B-1B Lancer during a bomber task force deployment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. Completing heavy maintenance in a deployed environment proves Airmen can sustain a high level of readiness and technical proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)

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BTF: 9th EBS completes an engine change

U.S. Air Force Airmen utilize tools to conduct an engine change on a B-1B Lancer during a bomber task force deployment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. Executing heavy maintenance on-site minimizes downtime and enables the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron to sustain operations and generate airpower. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)

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BTF: 9th EBS completes an engine change

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Luis Contreras, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron crew chief, works on swapping an engine on a B-1B Lancer during a bomber task force deployment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. BTF missions promote global stability and security by demonstrating the Air Force’s ability to operate in diverse environments while strengthening relationships with allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)

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BTF: 9th EBS completes an engine change

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron complete an engine swap on a B-1B Lancer during a bomber task force deployment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. Conducting regular maintenance ensures that the 9th EBS is able to conduct and sustain operations in the Western Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)

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BTF: 9th EBS completes an engine change

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron move a trailer for an engine swap on a B-1B Lancer during a bomber task force deployment at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 27, 2025. BTF missions promote global stability and security by demonstrating the Air Force’s ability to operate in diverse environments while strengthening relationships with allies and partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Emma Anderson)

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BTF: 9th EBS completes an engine change

Published Nov. 24, 2025
By Senior Airman Emma Anderson
Pacific Air Forces

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan --