 Members of FRC Western Pacific joined Japanese officials, industry executives, and self-defense force leaders in a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the first Japan-based depot-level MV-22 Osprey Repair Facility at the JGSDF Kisarazu Airfield. The Hanger Bay Facility, under contract with Fuji Heavy Industries, is critical to maintaining the entire forward-deployed Marine Corps MV-22 fleet. FRC Western Pacific's commanding officer, Captain Matthew Edwards, spoke as guest of honor at the event. I have full confidence in Fuji Heavy Industries Aerospace Maintenance capabilities to successfully perform the MV-22 depot maintenance requirements. It is a true partnership and team effort. Once maintenance begins, FRC Western Pacific will work with Japanese counterparts to provide engineering support, parts, and technical data. Petty Officer Michael Rainey, Yakuza Naval Base, Japan.