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KS25: USAF, JSDF conduct C-17 static loading test

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 535th Airlift Squadron, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, lands at Naval Air Facility Atsugi in support of Keen Sword 25, Feb. 3, 2025. Approximately 80 members from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and U.S. Air Force conducted a C-17 static loading test in an effort to increase readiness and interoperability between U.S.-Japan forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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KS25: USAF, JSDF conduct C-17 static loading test

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cain Pamintuan, 730th Air Mobility Squadron air freight technician, writes the center axle weight of a Japan Air Self-Defense Force MIM-104 Patriot missile system assigned to the Central Air Defense Missile Group during a joint inspection prior to conducting a C-17 static loading test in support of Keen Sword 25 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, Feb. 3, 2025. U.S. and Japan Air Self-Defense Force airmen conducted a static loading of a JASDF Antenna Mast Group vehicle and MIM-104 Patriot missile system into a USAF C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 535th Airlift Squadron. Keen Sword is a biennial field training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces members. It is designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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KS25: USAF, JSDF conduct C-17 static loading test

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Eric Shaah, left, 730th Air Mobility Squadron air transportation specialist, reviews vehicle calculations during a joint inspection prior to conducting a C-17 static loading test as part of Keen Sword 25 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, Feb. 3, 2025. U.S. and Japan Air Self-Defense Force airmen conducted a static loading of a JASDF Antenna Mast Group vehicle and MIM-104 Patriot missile system into a USAF C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 535th Airlift Squadron. Keen Sword is a biennial field training exercise involving members of the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces. It is designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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KS25: USAF, JSDF conduct C-17 static loading test

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers assigned to the 1st Helicopter Brigade smile after passing a joint inspection of a JGSDF CH-47JA Chinook helicopter as part of Keen Sword 25 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, Feb. 3, 2025. U.S. Airmen and JGSDF soldiers conducted a static loading of a JGSDF CH-47JA into a USAF C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 535th Airlift Squadron. Keen Sword is a biennial field training exercise involving members of the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces. It is designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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KS25: USAF, JSDF conduct C-17 static loading test

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Eric Shaah, left, 730th Air Mobility Squadron air transportation specialist, and Tech. Sgt. April Martin, 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron air transportation function section chief, review the calculations of a Japan Ground Self-Defense Force CH-47JA Chinook helicopter during a joint inspection prior to conducting a C-17 static loading test in support of Keen Sword 25 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, Feb. 3, 2025. U.S. Airmen and JGSDF soldiers conducted a static loading of a JGSDF CH-47JA into a USAF C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 535th Airlift Squadron. Keen Sword is a biennial field training exercise involving members of the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces. It is designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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KS25: USAF, JSDF conduct C-17 static loading test

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cain Pamintuan, 730th Air Mobility Squadron air freight technician, writes the front axle weight of a Japan Ground Self-Defense Force CH-47JA Chinook helicopter during a joint inspection prior to conducting a C-17 static loading test in support of Keen Sword 25 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, Feb. 3, 2025. U.S. Airmen and JGSDF soldiers conducted a static loading of a JGSDF CH-47JA into a USAF C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 535th Airlift Squadron. Keen Sword is a biennial field training exercise involving members of the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces. It is designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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KS25: USAF, JSDF conduct C-17 static loading test

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Eric Shaah, left, 730th Air Mobility Squadron air transportation specialist, briefs Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members about joint inspection procedures during a C-17 static loading test in support of Keen Sword 25 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan, Feb. 3, 2025. U.S. Airmen and JGSDF soldiers conducted a static loading of a JGSDF CH-47JA Chinook helicopter into a USAF C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 535th Airlift Squadron. Keen Sword is a biennial field training exercise involving members of the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces. It is designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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KS25: USAF, JSDF conduct C-17 static loading test

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Eric Shaah, 730th Air Mobility Squadron air transportation specialist, gives a safety briefing to soldiers from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force prior to a C-17 static loading test in support of Exercise Keen Sword 25 at Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Feb. 3, 2025. Keen Sword is a biennial field training exercise involving members of the U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Forces. It is designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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250128-F-ZV099-1128

Members from the 459th Airlift Squadron operate a UH-1N Huey during a survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. The 459th AS frequently trains on a multitude of scenarios to stay prepared for potential real-world contingencies and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1090

U.S. Air Force Capt. Casey Guardia, 459th Airlift Squadron UH-1N Huey pilot, prepares for a survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. These realistic training scenarios sharpen aircrew proficiency in harsh and high-threat environments, reinforcing the 459th AS mission to provide 24/7 air medical transport and rescue support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1056

The sun sets over Mt. Fuji during a routine 459th Airlift Squadron survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. The 459th AS conducts rigorous SERE and personnel recovery training to enhance combat readiness and ensure rapid response capabilities in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1484

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jeovany Vasquez, 459th Airlift Squadron UH-1N Huey instructor flight engineer, recovers a military member with a rescue hoist during survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. Training in low-light and degraded visual environments strengthens the unit’s ability to conduct rapid personnel recovery and medical evacuation in contested environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1315

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jeovany Vasquez, 374th Operational Support Squadron UH-1N Huey instructor flight engineer, surveys a drop zone during survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. The exercise enhanced aircrew agility in search-and-rescue operations, rapid personnel recovery, and precision flight maneuvers under night vision goggle conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1145

A UH-1N Huey assigned to the 459th Airlift Squadron maneuvers over Japan’s coastline during a survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. The squadron routinely trains in complex operational conditions to maintain mission readiness and rapid response capabilities across the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1910

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jeovany Vasquez, 374th Operational Support Squadron instructor flight engineer, utilizes night vision goggles during a survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. Operating under degraded visibility conditions enhances the 459th Airlift Squadron’s ability to respond to contingency operations in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1785

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jeovany Vasquez, 459th Airlift Squadron UH-1N Huey instructor flight engineer, conducts a simulated rescue operation during a search and rescue hoist training maneuver Jan. 28, 2025. The UH-1N is one of two aircraft from the 459th AS, initially crafted for casualty evacuation, with the capacity to accommodate six stretchers, 11 ambulatory patients, or two prone patients with medical technicians on board. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1697

A UH-1N Huey assigned to the 459th Airlift Squadron lowers a harness during a survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. The UH-1N is just one of the aircraft from the 459th AS, initially crafted for casualty evacuation, with the capacity to accommodate six stretchers, eleven ambulatory patients, or two prone patients with medical technicians on board. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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250128-F-ZV099-1619

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Jeovany Vasquez, 459th Airlift Squadron UH-1N Huey instructor flight engineer with the 374th Operational Support Squadron, boards a UH-1N Huey during a survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. These exercises enhance the team's combat readiness, ensuring rapid response capabilities in any environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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240115-F-SL055-1185

U.S. Defense Finance and Accounting Service personnel tour the flightline during the 'walk with the director' event at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2024. During the event, Lee Ransdell, DFAS Cleveland director, and Kristina Krebs, DFAS Japan director, led personnel onto the flightline to view aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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250115-F-SL055-1109

U.S. Defense Finance and Accounting Service personnel tour the flightline during the 'walk with the director' event at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 15, 2024. Approximately 200 DFAS personnel attended the event alongside members of the 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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