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U.S.-Japan soar through heavy winds for Airborne 24

U.S. Air Force (USAF) Staff Sgt. Trevor Humes, 36th Airlift Squadron (AS) instructor loadmaster, configures a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th AS to load Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers for static-line jump training during Airborne 24, March 7, 2024, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Airborne 24 involved approximately 300 JGSDF paratroopers, U.S. Army jumpmasters and six C-130Js. The jump showcased the USAF and JGSDF’s ability to rapidly deploy joint forces, while emphasizing the strong allied commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S.-Japan soar through heavy winds for Airborne 24

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers prepare to load onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron for static-line jump training during Airborne 24, March 7, 2024, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. The ongoing partnership between U.S. and Japan forces continues to demonstrate both countries’ commitment to maintaining stability and security throughout the Indo-Pacific region. The total fleet of six C-130Js assigned to Yokota Air Base were used for a bilateral airlift to deliver approximately 300 JGSDF paratroopers to drop zones at Kikaijima Island, Japan, during the static-line personnel jump portion of the training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S.-Japan soar through heavy winds for Airborne 24

U.S. Air Force (USAF) Tech. Sgt. Jordan Silversmith, 36th Airlift Squadron (AS) evaluator loadmaster, performs a pre-flight inspection on a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th AS during Airborne 24, March 7, 2024, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Airborne 24 involved approximately 300 Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers, U.S. Army jumpmasters and six C-130Js. The jump showcased the USAF and JGSDF’s ability to rapidly deploy joint forces, while emphasizing the strong allied commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S.-Japan soar through heavy winds for Airborne 24

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers prepare to load onto a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron (AS) for static-line jump training during Airborne 24, March 7, 2024, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. The ongoing partnership between U.S. and Japan forces continues to demonstrate both countries’ commitment to maintaining stability and security throughout the Indo-Pacific region. The total fleet of six C-130Js assigned to the 36th AS were used for a bilateral airlift to deliver approximately 300 JGSDF paratroopers to drop zones at Kikaijima Island, Japan, during the static-line personnel jump portion of the training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S.-Japan soar through heavy winds for Airborne 24

U.S. Air Force (USAF) C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron prepare to load Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers for static-line jump training during Airborne 24, March 7, 2024, at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Airborne 24 involved approximately 300 JGSDF paratroopers, U.S. Army jumpmasters and six C-130Js. The jump showcased the USAF and JGSDF’s ability to rapidly deploy joint forces, while emphasizing the strong allied commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Daniel Gasperich, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, turns the propeller of a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan, during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. Hosted by the U.S. Army, JPMRC is an annual exercise that prepares forces for deployment operations in an Arctic environment. It includes situational training and live-fire exercises in an effort to refine the large-scale combat capabilities needed in cold-weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

U.S. Air Force Maj. Zachary Overbey, left, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, and Senior Airman Daniel Gasperich, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, conduct a post-flight inspection of a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th AS during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. JPMRC serves as an opportunity for members of the 36th AS to improve their readiness to deploy under extreme cold-weather conditions, while simultaneously enhancing their ability to operate the C-130J in a challenging tactical environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing, Yokota Air Base, Japan, places a chalk in front of the wheel of a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. Hosted by the U.S. Army, JPMRC is an annual exercise that prepares forces for deployment operations in an Arctic environment. It includes situational training and live-fire exercises in an effort to refine the large-scale combat capabilities needed in cold-weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan, taxis to a parking spot during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. JPMRC serves as an opportunity for members of the 36th AS to improve their readiness to deploy under extreme cold-weather conditions, while simultaneously enhancing their ability to operate the C-130J in a challenging tactical environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kaylynn Staba, 36th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, watches a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th AS, Yokota Air Base, Japan, taxi on the runway during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. Hosted by the U.S. Army, JPMRC is an annual exercise that prepares forces for deployment operations in an Arctic environment. It includes situational training and live-fire exercises in an effort to refine the large-scale combat capabilities needed in cold-weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan, taxis on the runway during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. Hosted by the U.S. Army, JPMRC is an annual exercise that prepares forces for deployment operations in an Arctic environment. It includes situational training and live-fire exercises in an effort to refine the large-scale combat capabilities needed in cold-weather conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan, stops on the runway during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. JPMRC serves as an opportunity for members of the 36th AS to improve their readiness to deploy under extreme cold-weather conditions, while simultaneously enhancing their ability to operate the C-130J in a challenging tactical environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing, Yokota Air Base, Japan, conduct operations during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 8, 2024. JPMRC serves as an opportunity for members of the 36th Airlift Squadron to improve their readiness to deploy under extreme cold-weather conditions, while simultaneously enhancing their ability to operate the C-130J in a challenging tactical environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Nicholas Waldron, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, flies a C-130J Super Hercules during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 in Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. During JPMRC 24-02, members of the 36th AS improved their mission readiness as they overcame the unique challenges posed by an arctic environment, including extremely cold temperatures, unpredictable weather patterns and complex terrain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kaylynn Staba, 36th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, looks out of a bubble-shaped window in a C-130J Super Hercules during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 in Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. Hosted by the U.S. Army, JPMRC is an annual exercise that prepares forces for deployment operations in an Arctic environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, Japan, conduct a multi-element flight during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 in Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. During JPMRC 24-02, members of the 36th AS improved their mission readiness as they overcame the unique challenges posed by an arctic environment, including extremely cold temperatures, unpredictable weather patterns and complex terrain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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Yokota Airmen take on the tundra during JPMRC 24-02

U.S. Air Force Capt. Brendan King, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, flies a C-130J Super Hercules during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 in Alaska, Feb. 9, 2024. During JPMRC 24-02, members of the 36th AS improved their mission readiness as they overcame the unique challenges posed by an arctic environment, including extremely cold temperatures, unpredictable weather patterns and complex terrain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

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US, international airborne forces soar in annual New Year's Jump

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers from the 1st Airborne Brigade, jump out of a U.S. Air Force (USAF) C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during the annual New Year's Jump at Camp Narashino, Chiba, Japan, Jan. 7, 2024. Approximately 40 JGSDF paratroopers jumped out of several C-130 aircraft during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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US, international airborne forces soar in annual New Year's Jump

Twenty Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers from the 1st Airborne Brigade, parachute from a U.S. Air Force (USAF) C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during the annual New Year's Jump at Camp Narashino, Chiba, Japan, Jan. 7, 2024. Approximately 40 JGSDF paratroopers jumped out of several C-130 aircraft during the event. With a focus on the Indo-Pacific region, the New Year Jump underscored the preparedness of airborne forces for any mission that may arise. The strategic importance of a robust airlift capability in the region was evident in every meticulously executed jump. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota participates in JGSDF New Year's Jump 2023

Paratroopers from Japan Ground Self-Defense Forces 1st Airborne Brigade prepare for take-off aboard a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules from the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 7, 2024. The multinational forces displayed their tactical airlift capabilities during the annual New Year's Jump in the airspace above JGSDF Camp Narashino, Japan, as part of a public exhibition hosted by the JGSDF 1st Airborne Brigade. A tradition dating back to the 1960s, this event aims to bring good luck to JGSDF paratroopers in the new year and strengthen the bonds between allied nations as they renew the shared goal of safeguarding peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

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