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240801-F-SL055-1695

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron prepare to take off at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Aug. 1, 2024. The 36th AS traveled to Japan Air Self-Defense Force Komaki Air Base to attend the change of command of the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240801-F-SL055-1650

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members of the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron wave goodbye to U.S. Air Force Airmen of the 36th Airlift Squadron at Komaki Air Base, Japan, Aug. 1, 2024. During their visit, 36th AS Airmen were able to tour different base facilities, reconnect with their JASDF counterparts and attend the change of command of the 401st AS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240801-F-SL055-1547

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Trevor Humes, 36th Airlift Squadron instructor loadmaster, conducts a tour of a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th AS at Komaki Air Base, Japan, Aug 1, 2024. Carrying out visits like these are vital for strengthening interoperability and ensure seamless cooperation during current and future bilateral operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240801-F-SL055-1479

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron and Japan Air Self Defense Force members assigned to the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron celebrate after a change of command ceremony at Komaki Air Base, Japan, Aug. 1, 2024. Command of the 401st TAS transferred from Lt. Col. Shinya Takasaka to Lt. Col Shotaro Arai. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240801-F-SL055-1396

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members assigned to the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron and U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron pose for a group photo after a change of command ceremony at Komaki Air Base, Japan, Aug. 1, 2024. Attending events like these are vital for strengthening interoperability and ensure seamless cooperation during current and future bilateral operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240801-F-SL055-1311

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron attend the Japan Air Self Defense Force 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron change of command ceremony at Komaki Air Base, Japan, Aug. 1, 2024. Attending events like these are vital for strengthening interoperability and ensure seamless cooperation during current and future bilateral operations. Prior to this ceremony, the 401st AS attended the 36th AS change of command in May 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240801-F-SL055-1256

U.S. Air Force Capt. Simon Castro, left, and Capt. Steven Gilliam, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilots, put on 1st Tactical Airlift Wing patches before a change of command ceremony at Komaki Air Base, Japan, Aug. 1, 2024. Events like these provide an opportunity for U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force units to engage in meaningful discussions on training, operations, and cultures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240801-F-SL055-1164

Japan Air Self-Defense Force members assigned to the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron greet U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron upon their arrival for a change of command ceremony at Komaki Air Base, Japan, Aug. 1, 2024. During their visit, 36th AS Airmen were able to tour different base facilities, reconnect with their JASDF counterparts and attend the change of command of the 401st TAS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240806-F-F3702-1005

Tek, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, and U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Hepp V, 374th SFS MWD handler, carry out training at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Tek began his service at Yokota in 2019 and worked as a patrol and explosive detection K-9 for the 374th SFS. (Courtesy photo)

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240806-F-F3702-1004

Tek, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, sits in an office at the 374th SFS kennel at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Tek was officially certified as an explosive detection dog on Jan. 30, 2019 after successfully completing the Military Working Dog Training Program at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. (Courtesy photo)

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240806-F-F3702-1002

Tek, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, sits in the back of a 374th SFS patrol vehicle at Yokota Air Base, Japan. Some accomplishments of Tek include safeguarding approximately $4.3 billion in Department of Defense assets, carrying out the explosive detection support for 20 distinguished visitor visits, and executing 200 random anti-terrorism measures. (Courtesy photo)

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240806-F-F3702-1001

Tek, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, is carried on the shoulder of U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Hepp V, 374th SFS MWD handler, during training at Yokota Air Base, Japan. During his service, Tek was awarded with a letter of appreciation and coined three separate times by leadership. (Courtesy photo)

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240701-F-SL055-1075

Yokota Air Base honor guardsmen fold a flag to honor Tek, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, during his memorial service at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 1, 2024. Tek was officially certified as an explosive detection dog on Jan. 30, 2019 after successfully completing the Military Working Dog Training Program at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240701-F-SL055-1052

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Hepp V, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, stands at attention to receive a certificate of Meritorious Service in honor of Tek, 374th SFS MWD, during his memorial service at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 1, 2024. Tek was the first MWD partner that Hepp was assigned and they worked together for over two years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240701-F-SL055-1005

A memorial for Tek, 374th Security Forces Squadron military working dog, is displayed during his memorial service at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 1, 2024. Tek began his service at Yokota in 2019 and worked as a patrol and explosive detection K-9 for the 374th SFS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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240719-F-LX373-1126

U.S. Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, and his spouse Sharene Brown, greet 353rd Special Operations Wing, 21st Special Operations Squadron and 21st Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron leadership on the flight line at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2024. Brown came to Yokota to recognize Airmen and attend the trilateral chiefs of defense meeting. The trilateral chiefs of defense meeting is an effort to reaffirm commitments to regional security and cooperation with allies in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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240719-F-LX373-1125

U.S. Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, and his spouse Sharene Brown, arrive at Yokota Air Base, Japan, after attending the Trilateral Chiefs of Defense meeting, July 19, 2024. The meeting, involving chiefs of defense representatives from the Republic of Korea and Japan, is a regular effort to reaffirm commitments to regional security and cooperation of the U.S. and allies in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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240719-F-LX373-1124

U.S. Air Force Col. Shawn Young, 353rd Special Operations Wing commander assigned to Kadena Air Base, Japan, renders a salute to Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2024. Brown visited the 21st Special Forces Squadron to recognize Airmen for recent efforts after attending the Trilateral Chiefs of Defense meeting with the Republic of Korea and Japan chiefs of defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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240719-F-LX373-1131

Commanders and senior enlisted leaders of the 353rd Special Operations Wing, 21st Special Operations Squadron and 21st Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron pose with Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2024. The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is the principal military advisor to the President, Secretary of Defense, and the National Security Council. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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240719-F-LX373-1130

From left, U.S. Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown Jr., Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; Master Sgt. Maria Gafford, 374th Force Support Squadron Readiness NCO in-charge; and Maj. Hannah Kabaso, 374th FSS operations officer, pose together during a recognition ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2024. Brown recognized Gafford for her efforts in going beyond her duty to support the mission and tenant units at Yokota. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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