In April 2025, B-1B Lancer bombers from the 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron deployed from Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, to Misawa Air Base, Japan, for a Bomber Task Force (BTF) operation with Indo-Pacific allies and partners. The deployment formed part of the United States’ commitment to maintaining a secure, free, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region. During the mission, the aircraft conducted joint drills and long-range maritime strike exercises with Japan Air Self-Defence Force units, highlighting coordination in contested environments. The rotation underscored America’s growing focus on readiness and deterrence amid evolving regional challenges.
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