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211115-F-KS661-0030

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldier assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, prepares to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules at the Hijudai drop zone, Japan, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0029

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldier assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, prepares to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules at the Hijudai drop zone, Japan, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0028

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force jumpmasters assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, prepare to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules at the Hijudai drop zone, Japan, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0027

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, step inside a C-130J Super Hercules at Yokota Air Base, before a personnel drop, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0026

Maj. David Ince, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules instructor pilot, center, briefs Japan Ground Self-Defense Force jumpmasters inside a C-130J Super Hercules at Yokota Air Base, Japan, before a personnel drop, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0025

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, line up outside a C-130J Super Hercules at Yokota Air Base, Japan, before a personnel drop, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0024

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, line up outside a C-130J Super Hercules at Yokota Air Base, Japan, before a personnel drop, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0023

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, perform gear checks at Yokota Air Base, Japan, before a personnel drop, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0022

A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldier, assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, smiles before boarding a C-130J Super Hercules at Yokota Air Base, Japan, before a personnel drop, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0021

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade, gather next to a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules at Yokota Air Base, Japan, before a personnel drop, Nov. 15th, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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211115-F-KS661-0020

Senior Airman Melique Suber Weeks, left, and Staff Sgt. Jay-Peter Tuazon, 36th Airlift Squadron loadmasters, adjust static lines in a C-130J Super Hercules on Yokota Air Base, Japan, before a personnel drop Nov. 15, 2021. Yokota’s 374th Airlift Wing and JGSDF’s 1st Airborne Brigade organized this demonstration of interoperability, bi-lateral training, and the capability to execute a large force insertion on a drop zone of more than 200 personnel. Proper execution of this large-scale ability showcases the strategic importance of engaging in bilateral operations and training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jessica Avallone)

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Koku-Jieitai practice tactical flights at Yokota

U.S. Air Force Maj. Chris Wolff, 374th Airlift Wing Air Force safety division lead, briefs U.S. Air Force and Koku-Jieitai (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) Airmen about the importance of in-flight safety, at Yokota Air Base, Nov. 4, 2021. The purpose of the training was to build a stronger bilateral foundation between the 401st TAS and 36th AS and to familiarize the Koku-Jieitai Airmen with flying in Yokota's airspace. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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Koku-Jieitai practice tactical flights at Yokota

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Cristian Flores, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron C-130J crew chief, left, briefs Koku-Jieitai (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) Staff Sgt. Satomi Mukai, 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron maintenance, supply, and headquarters specialist, aboard a C-130J Super Hercules during an immersion tour, at Yokota Air Base, Nov. 4, 2021. The purpose of the training was to build a stronger bilateral foundation between the 401st TAS and 36th AS and to familiarize the Koku-Jieitai Airmen with flying in Yokota's airspace. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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Koku-Jieitai practice tactical flights at Yokota

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Timothy Foote, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J loadmaster, left, and Koku-Jieitai (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) Master Sgt. Tatsuhiko Kurimoto, 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron discuss the airlift capabilities of a C-130J Super Hercules, at Yokota Air Base, Nov. 4, 2021. 401st TAS Airmen visited Yokota to re-acclimate their pilots and aircrew to the unique characteristics of Yokota's airspace and runway training environment. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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Koku-Jieitai practice tactical flights at Yokota

Koku-Jieitai (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) Master Sgt. Tatsuhiko Kurimoto, 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron loadmaster, left, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Timothy Foote, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J loadmaster, observe a sensor aboard a C-130J Super Hercules during an immersion tour, at Yokota Air Base, Nov. 4, 2021. The training topics included in the tour were Mid-Air Collision Avoidance, local tactical flying, an Air Traffic Control tower tour, and a C-130J Super Hercules static display demonstration. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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Koku-Jieitai practice tactical flights at Yokota

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron and Koku-Jieitai (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) Airmen assigned to the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron converse near a C-130H Hercules assigned to the 401st Tactical Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Nov. 4, 2021. 401st TAS Airmen visited Yokota to train on and perform tactical flight operations. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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U.K. Secretary of State for Defence visits Yokota

U.K. Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace and Lt. Gen. Kevin Schneider, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, talk while leaving the flightline at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2021. The visit demonstrates the importance of the U.K.-U.S.-Japan defense partnership and interoperability between international partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.K. Secretary of State for Defence visits Yokota

Col. Julie Gaulin, left, 374th Airlift Wing vice commander, greets U.K. Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2021. During his visit, Wallace met with key leaders from the government of Japan and Yokota. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.K. Secretary of State for Defence visits Yokota

Lt. Gen. Kevin Schneider, left, U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, greets Japan Air Self-Defense Force Gen. Shuji Izutsu, center, chief of staff, and U.K. Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace, right, at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2021. The visit demonstrates the importance of the U.K.-U.S.-Japan defense partnership and interoperability between international partners in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brieana E. Bolfing)

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U.K. Secretary of State for Defence visits Yokota

U.K. Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace, center, exits a Boeing/Kawasaki CH-47JA Chinook at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 19, 2021. Wallace came to Japan to visit U.S. Forces Japan leadership and met Japan Air Self-Defense Force Gen. Shuji Izutsu, chief of staff, and JASDF Lt. Gen. Hiroaki Uchikura, Air Defense Command commanding general. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brieana E. Bolfing)

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