| Deploying nation |  United States |
|---|---|
| Host nation or area |  Japan |
| Region | East Asia |
| Military branch | ✈️ Air force |
| Record type | Standing overseas presence |
| Operation or mission | Permanent stationing |
| Unit or formation | 13th Fighter Squadron, 35th Fighter Wing |
| Personnel | Not disclosed |
| Equipment | F-35A Lightning II (number not stated) |
| Status | Confirmed active |
| Start or report date | Mar 28, 2026 |
| Withdrawal or end date | — |
| Last verified | Mar 28, 2026 |
| Confidence | High: official or multiple independent sources |
Background
F-35As of the 13th Fighter Squadron arrived at Misawa Air Base on March 28, 2026, the start of their permanent stationing in northern Japan, according to a U.S. Air Force release on DVIDS.
Deployment timeline
- Record added from published reporting dated 2026-03-28.
Sources
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