FA520525R0001_Atch2_PWS_Apdx5_Memorandum of Understanding (JASDF)_21Jun93.pdf

This document is a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the 432d Fighter Wing of the United States Air Force at Misawa Air Base, Japan and the 3d Air Wing of the Japan Air Self Defense Force (JASDF) concerning joint use of the Misawa Air-to-Ground Range (Ripsaw Range). The MOU establishes operational procedures, responsibilities, and cost-sharing arrangements for the range facility.

The agreement specifies that the 432 FW has scheduling authority for range use, with operating hours from 0700-2000 Monday through Friday (extended to 2200 during April-September) for up to 15 days per month and 60 total days in that period. The document details facility classifications (sole use USAF, joint use, JASDF sole use of USAF facilities, and JASDF owned), maintenance responsibilities, communications requirements, and target maintenance duties. Cost sharing is determined based on actual range usage in 15-minute periods during the previous Japanese fiscal year. The USAF is responsible for providing utilities, explosives, and range decontamination, while JASDF handles road maintenance and provides some target maintenance. The range is located 10 nautical miles north of Misawa Air Base and includes various support facilities, towers, utilities, and target areas detailed in the attachments.