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374th Airlift Wing welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing outgoing commander, gives his final speech during the 374 AW change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2026. The ceremony marked the formal transfer of command from McElhaney to Col. Daniel Mendoza. The change of command is a time-honored military tradition that allows Airmen to witness the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commander to another, ensuring continuity of leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th Airlift Wing welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, Fifth Air Force commander gives remarks as he officiates for the 374th Airlift Wing change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2026. The ceremony marked the formal transfer of command from Col. Richard McElhaney to Col. Daniel Mendoza. The change of command is a time-honored military tradition that allows Airmen to witness the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commander to another, ensuring continuity of leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th Airlift Wing welcomes new commander

The 374th Airlift Wing salutes during the change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2026. The ceremony marked the formal transfer of command from U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney to U.S. Air Force Col. Daniel Mendoza. The change of command is a time-honored military tradition that allows Airmen to witness the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commander to another, ensuring continuity of leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th Airlift Wing welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. John Menezes, 374th Airlift Wing chief of staff, calls the formation to parade rest during the 374th AW change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2026. The ceremony marked the formal transfer of command from Col. Richard McElhaney to Col. Daniel Mendoza. The change of command is a time-honored military tradition that allows Airmen to witness the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commander to another, ensuring continuity of leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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374th Airlift Wing welcomes new commander

The 374th Airlift Wing salutes during the change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2026. The change of command is a time-honored military tradition that allows Airmen to witness the formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commander to another, ensuring continuity of leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th Airlift Wing welcomes new commander

A hangar with the wing motto Swift to Fight is prepared for the 374th Airlift Wing change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 10, 2026. Col. Richard McElhaney relinquished command of the wing to Col. Daniel Mendoza. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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July Samurai Challenge

Samurai Challenge participants play a game of Ultimate Frisbee at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 9, 2026. Events like the Samurai Challenge promote physical fitness, resilience and strong relationships that contribute to a ready and connected force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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July Samurai Challenge

Samurai Challenge participants play a game of football on a field at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 9, 2026. This month's competition featured Ultimate Frisbee and football, fostering teamwork, friendly competition and connections across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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July Samurai Challenge

A Samurai Challenge participant throws a frisbee at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 9, 2026. Through friendly athletic competition, participants strengthen teamwork and build connections that support mission readiness both on and off duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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July Samurai Challenge

Samurai Challenge teams congratulate one another after a game of football at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 9, 2026. This month's competition featured Ultimate Frisbee and football, fostering teamwork, friendly competition and connections across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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July Samurai Challenge

Samurai Challenge participants play a game of football at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 9, 2026. Events like the Samurai Challenge promote physical fitness, resilience and strong relationships that contribute to a ready and connected force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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July Samurai Challenge

A Samurai Challenge participant holds a football at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 9, 2026. This month's competition featured Ultimate Frisbee and football, fostering teamwork, friendly competition and connections across the installation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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July Samurai Challenge

A Samurai Challenge participant prepares to pass a football at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 9, 2026. Through friendly athletic competition, participants strengthen teamwork and build connections that support mission readiness both on and off duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

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CMSGT TIMOTHY A. HAYS

Official bio photo of Chief Master Sgt. Timothy A. Hays, 374th Airlift Wing command chief.

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COLONEL DANIEL E. MENDOZA

Official bio photo of Col. Daniel E. Mendoza, 374th Airlift Wing commander.

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TIMOTHY A. HAYS

Biography photo of 374th Airlift Wing Command Chief Master Sgt, Timothy A. Hays.

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COLONEL DANIEL E. MENDOZA

Biography photo of the 374th Airlift Wing commander, Col. Daniel E. Mendoza.

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U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, shakes hands with Hiroyuki Abe, mayor of Tama, at the Tama City Hall, Japan, July 3, 2026. Fostering strong relationships with local mayors helps strengthen the U.S. and Japan partnership, enabling Yokota Air Base to continue supporting safe, stable, and effective operations throughout the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julian Batista)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, poses for a photo with Katsuhiro Takahashi, mayor of Inagi, at the Inagi City Hall, Japan, July 3, 2026. These types of events strengthen the bonds between installation leadership and surrounding communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julian Batista)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, holds a meeting with Daishi Sakai, mayor of Tachikawa, at the Tachikawa City Hall, Japan, July 2, 2026. These types of events strengthen the bonds between installation leadership and surrounding communities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julian Batista)

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