753rd SOAMXS holds redesignation ceremony
U.S. Air Force Capt. Jackson Magdefrau, 21st Special Operations Aircraft Squadron director of operations, gives his first salute to Lt. Col. Eric Cranford, 21st SOAMXS commander, during the 753rd SOAMXS redesignation ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 21, 2024. The 753rd SOAMXS was redesignated as the 21st SOAMXS in line with Air Force Special Operations Command’s strategic vision and operational imperatives. This effort optimizes unit and individual readiness, collaboration and combat effectiveness between the 21st SOAMXS and 21st Special Operations Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)