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241029-F-LX373-1020

374th Security Forces Squadron and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members gather in a field to learn shoot, move and communicate techniques during exercise Guard and Protect 2024 in support of Keen Sword 25 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2024. Participants practiced tactical combat casualty care, SMC and basic law enforcement techniques. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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241029-F-LX373-1015

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member ties a hand restraint during basic law enforcement training session during exercise Guard and Protect 2024 in support of Keen Sword 25 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2024. Participants practiced tactical combat casualty care; shoot, move and communicate procedures and basic law enforcement techniques. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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241029-F-LX373-1014

Patches on a 374th Security Forces Squadron member are displayed on a uniform during exercise Guard and Protect 2024 in support of Keen Sword 25 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2024. Exercise Guard and Protect showcased interoperability of U.S. and Japan forces during times of heightened security posture. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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241029-F-LX373-1006

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member holds a prop firearm during exercise Guard and Protect 2024 in support of Keen Sword 25 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2024. Exercise Guard and Protect showcased interoperability of U.S. and Japan forces during times of heightened security posture. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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241029-F-LX373-1004

A 374th Security Forces Squadron and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member practice tactical combat casualty care during exercise Guard and Protect 2024 in support of Keen Sword 25 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 29, 2024. Participants practiced TCCC; shoot, move and communicate procedures and basic law enforcement techniques. Keen Sword is a biennial, joint and bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and Japan Self-Defense Force personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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Readiness into Action: Team Yokota relocate equipment during exercise Beverly Morning

U.S. Air Force Capt. Brian Duhaime, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, operates a C-130J Super Hercules in support of exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 in Japan, Oct. 20, 2024. As the only regional airlift transportation hub for personnel and cargo, the 374th Airlift Wing exercises regularly to maintain uninterrupted, high-paced joint and allied operations. Yokota and its aircraft maintain a forward presence and support combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment through aerial delivery and assault air-land operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Wood)

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Yokota Airmen rehearse deployment procedures for BM 25-1

U.S. Air Force deployers prepare to board aircraft for a simulated scenario during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2024. The simulated deployment allows Airmen to enhance their skills and practice procedures, ensuring Yokota remains postured to rapidly respond to any potential real-world crises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cayla Hunt)

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Yokota props up readiness during BM 25-1

Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron and 730th Air Mobility Squadron load a C-130J prop onto a C-130J Super Hercules during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2024. As the only regional airlift transportation hub for personnel and cargo, the 374th Airlift Wing exercises regularly to maintain uninterrupted, high-paced joint and allied operations. Yokota and its aircraft maintain a forward presence and support combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment through aerial delivery and assault air-land operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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Beverly Morning 25-1: Yokota executes annual readiness exercise

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules takes off during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2024. As the only regional airlift transportation hub for personnel and cargo, the 374th Airlift Wing exercises regularly to maintain uninterrupted, high-paced joint and allied operations. Yokota and its aircraft maintain a forward presence and support combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment through aerial delivery and assault air-land operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Beverly Morning 25-1: Yokota executes annual readiness exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Staff Sgt. Liam Moorehead, 730 Air Mobility Squadron air freight technician, loads an engine prop change cart onto a C-130J Super Hercules during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2024. Exercise Beverly Morning lasts two weeks with Airmen working throughout each day to conduct mission critical tasks, such as aircraft generation, personnel processing, cargo preparation and delivery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

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241020-F-SL055-1904

A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron is parked on the flightline during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2024. As the only regional airlift transportation hub for personnel and cargo, the 374th Airlift Wing exercises regularly to maintain uninterrupted, high-paced joint and allied operations. Yokota and its aircraft maintain a forward presence and support combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment through aerial delivery and assault air-land operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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241020-F-SL055-1527

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 730th Air Mobility Squadron load cargo onto a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2024. As the only regional airlift transportation hub for personnel and cargo, the 374th Airlift Wing exercises regularly to maintain uninterrupted, high-paced joint and allied operations. Yokota and its aircraft maintain a forward presence and support combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment through aerial delivery and assault air-land operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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241020-F-SL055-1313

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 730th Air Mobility Squadron and 36th Airlift Squadron prepare to load cargo onto a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th AS during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2024. BM 25-1 is a base-wide exercise that serves as a demonstration of the 374th Airlift Wing’s ability to generate, employ and sustain combat employment across the spectrum of readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey) (This photo has been altered for operational security concerns by blurring or pixelating out identifying information.)

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241020-F-SL055-1058

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman John Rafael, 730th Air Mobility Squadron air freight technician, directs a forklift during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 20, 2024. BM 25-1 is a full-scale exercise designed to sharpen Mission Ready Airmen and fortify base readiness. Through routine training, personnel at Yokota Air Base remain postured to rapidly respond to any potential real-world crises and maintain its status as the premier hub for power production in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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730 AMS, 36 AS team up on cargo operations for BM 25-1

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kaito Bellisle, 36th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, prepares to load a C-130J prop onto a C-130J Super Hercules during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2024. BM 25-1 is an annual exercise designed to sharpen Mission Ready Airmen and fortify base readiness. Through routine training, personnel at Yokota Air Base remain postured to rapidly respond to any potential real-world crises and maintain its status as the premier hub for power projection in the Indo-Pacific theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

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730 AMS, 36 AS team up on cargo operations for BM 25-1

Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron and 730th Air Mobility Squadron load a C-130J prop onto a C-130J Super Hercules during exercise Beverly Morning 25-1 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 19, 2024. As the only regional airlift transportation hub for personnel and cargo, the 374th Airlift Wing exercises regularly to maintain uninterrupted, high-paced joint and allied operations. Yokota and its aircraft maintain a forward presence and support combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment through aerial delivery and assault air-land operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, conducts post-flight inspections during an annual flightline arresting system certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. The tail-hook latches onto the AAS cable which then rapidly decelerates the aircraft in the event of an emergency landing. Certifying the BAK-12 system gives Yokota’s airfield the ability to host fighter aircraft during contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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240909-F-ZZ999-1001

U.S. Air Force Airmen and Republic of Korea Air Force service members gather for a group photo to commemorate the start of exercise Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 9, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. As one of the numerous training events where U.S. service members work closely with allied and partner nations, HG24 puts into practice several scenario-based training to ensure the preparedness of each nation for future and current operations - showcasing the mutual respect, interoperability and friendship shared. (ROKAF courtesy photo)

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240913-F-BG120-2025

U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel gather around a monument at the United Nations Memorial Cemetery during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 13, 2024, at Busan, ROK. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. On days without flying operations, the U.S. and ROK forces gathered together to participate in cultural exchanges and activities to strengthen the bonds between the two nations. Concluding the event, both nations visited the UNMC to pay respects to the fallen prior to departure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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240913-F-BG120-1082

U.S. Air Force loadmasters assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron showcase operations and uses of the static line system on a C-130J Super Hercules during a subject matter exchange event in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 13, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, Republic of Korea. HG24 is a weeklong, bilateral exercise that incorporates a blend of U.S. and ROK forces in mission planning, subject matter exchanges, scenario-based flying training and multiple airdrops - to include heavy equipment, container delivery systems, artillery and personnel delivery. HG24 allowed members throughout the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to collaborate, exchange knowledge and ultimately advance interoperability across the Indo-Pacific region with their ROK Air Force partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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