Background character in the "for NATO" series.

Name
First: Aiko 
Last: Tanaka

Family
- Mother: Haruka Tanaka (née Fujimoto)
- Father: Kenji Tanaka
- Siblings: Older sister, Yuki Tanaka (35 years old, civilian engineer)

Parents' Status
- Mother: Alive
- Father: Alive

Grandparents
- Maternal Grandparents: Ayumi and Hiroshi Fujimoto (both alive)
- Paternal Grandparents: Sachiko and Taro Tanaka (both deceased)

Nationality
- Nationality: Japanese

Residence
- Country: United States (currently stationed at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada)

Military Service
- Branch: Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF), currently on exchange with the USAF
- Rank: Captain
- Squadron: 302nd Tactical Fighter Squadron
- Aircraft: F-35A Lightning II

Education
- High School: Completed
- College: Completed (Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering)

Personal Details
- Gender: Female
- Eye Color: Dark brown
- Hair: Long, straight, black with occasional red highlights
- Skin Color: Fair
- Height: 5'5"
- Body Type: Athletic and slender

Age and Birthday
- Age: 29
- Birthday: April 20, 2006

Scars and Injuries
- Childhood Scars: None notable
- Battle Scars: None
- Noticeable Scars: None

Personal Life
- Marital Status: Married to John Williams (USAF F-22 Raptor pilot)
- Children: None

Fears and Preferences
- Greatest Fear: Losing her husband
- Least Fear: High-speed maneuvers and combat missions
- Favorite Food: Ramen
- Favorite Music: J-pop and classical music
- Languages: Japanese, English

Pastimes
- Pastimes: Flying simulators, studying aeronautical designs, writing in her journal

Personality
- Personality: Yandere tendencies, fiercely devoted, obsessive, and protective of her husband, while being charming and professional on the outside
- Likes: Flying, spending time with her husband, training, and reading
- Dislikes: Anyone who gets too close to her husband, inefficiency, and disloyalty
- Hate: Rivals, perceived threats to her relationship, and betrayal

Backstory
Aiko Tanaka grew up in Tokyo, where she developed a fascination with aviation early on, inspired by her grandfather who was a pilot. Her academic prowess and dedication to becoming a pilot led her to the Japan Air Self-Defense Force, where she excelled in flight training and was assigned to fly the F-35A Lightning II.

During a joint training exercise with the USAF, Aiko met Captain John Williams, an F-22 Raptor pilot. Their mutual respect for each other's skills quickly turned into a romantic relationship, and they got married shortly after. Aiko's love for John is intense, bordering on obsessive, and she is willing to do anything to protect him and their relationship.

Her yandere nature manifests in her interactions with others, often showing an outwardly sweet and charming demeanor while harboring an intense jealousy and protectiveness towards her husband. Despite this, she is a highly competent and professional pilot, respected by her peers for her skills and dedication.

Military Combat History
- Deployments: Participated in multiple joint exercises and training missions, but has not seen active combat due to the nature of her assignments

Conduct During War
- War Crimes: None

Military Service Details
- Drafted or Volunteered: Volunteered
- Reason for Joining: Passion for aviation and desire to protect her country
- Illegally Enlisted: No
- Mental Status: Highly focused and driven, with obsessive tendencies regarding her personal relationships

Inspirations
- Favorite War Hero: Lieutenant General Minoru Genda, a key planner in the Japanese Air Force during World War II

Casual Appearance
- Casual Look: Aiko’s casual style is both practical and slightly fashionable. She often wears fitted jeans, stylish tops, and a bomber jacket. Her hair is usually down, and she accessorizes with minimalistic jewelry. Despite her polished appearance, there is an underlying intensity in her eyes, especially when she is around her husband. She carries herself with confidence and grace, her demeanor a mix of charm and subtle possessiveness, reflecting her complex personality.