Honor the 5th Air Force - Pacific Air Power Since 1941
Celebrate the proud heritage of the Fifth Air Force with this premium t-shirt. A powerful tribute to America's oldest continuously serving numbered air force—the airmen who have provided air power in the Pacific theater since September 1941, from World War II through Korea, Vietnam, and continuing operations today, maintaining air superiority and defending American interests throughout the Pacific region.
Premium Aviation Apparel
- Authentic Design: Features 5th Air Force USAAF recognition
- Superior Quality: Crafted from premium materials for lasting comfort and durability
- Perfect Fit: Designed for everyday wear with a comfortable, true-to-size fit
- Fade-Resistant: High-quality printing ensures vibrant colors that last
- Pacific Heritage: Honors 70+ years of Pacific air power
Fifth Air Force - Pacific Air Forces
The Fifth Air Force (5 AF) is a numbered air force of the United States Air Force Pacific Air Forces (PACAF). It is headquartered at Yokota Air Base, Japan. It is the U.S. Air Force's oldest continuously serving Numbered Air Force. The organization has provided 70 years of continuous air power to the Pacific since its establishment in September 1941.
The 5th Air Force was activated just months before the attack on Pearl Harbor and immediately found itself in combat against Japanese forces in the Philippines and throughout the Southwest Pacific. During World War II, the 5th Air Force became one of the most successful air forces in history, conducting operations under General Douglas MacArthur's command throughout the Pacific campaign.
World War II to Present - Continuous Service
During World War II, the 5th Air Force fought in some of the most challenging conditions imaginable—operating from primitive airfields in New Guinea, the Philippines, and other Pacific islands. The command's fighters, bombers, and reconnaissance aircraft conducted air superiority missions, close air support, strategic bombing, and maritime interdiction operations that were critical to Allied victory in the Pacific.
After World War II, the 5th Air Force continued its mission in the Pacific, fighting in the Korean War, supporting operations in Vietnam, and maintaining air defense and power projection capabilities throughout the region. The command has adapted to changing threats and technologies while maintaining its core mission of providing air power in the Pacific.
Today, the 5th Air Force continues to operate from Yokota Air Base, Japan, commanding Air Force units throughout Japan and the Western Pacific. The command maintains fighter, airlift, special operations, and support forces ready to respond to any contingency in the region. The 5th Air Force's legacy of excellence and its continuous service since 1941 make it one of the most storied commands in Air Force history.
Whether you served with the 5th Air Force, are stationed at Yokota Air Base, or appreciate the proud heritage of Pacific air power, this t-shirt represents excellence, heritage, and 70+ years of continuous service in the Pacific.
Ideal for: 5th Air Force personnel and veterans, PACAF airmen, Yokota AB community, Pacific theater veterans, aviation enthusiasts, and everyday wear.
Fifth Air Force. Pacific Air Forces. Since 1941. Continuous air power in the Pacific.