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374 AW conducts mission generation exercise

Members of the 374th Airlift Wing prepare a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron for a mission generation exercise at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 18, 2024. The 36th AS, 374th Maintenance Group, 374th Mission Support Group and the 730th Air Mobility Squadron participated in the mission generation exercise, which was designed to practice individual mission sets required to rapidly deploy assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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374 AW conducts mission generation exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Arther Smith, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, secures equipment during a mission generation exercise at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 18, 2024. The 374th AMXS provides combat-ready maintenance personnel, equipment and organizational support to inspect, service and repair assigned C-130J Super Hercules aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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374 AW conducts mission generation exercise

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman William Watson, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron sortie supply journeyman, secures equipment during a mission generation exercise at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 18, 2024. The 374th AMXS provides combat-ready maintenance personnel, equipment and organizational support to inspect, service and repair assigned C-130J Super Hercules aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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An instructor gives a preflight briefing to participating military children at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 21, 2024. Children of military families from Yokota and Yokosuka schools had the opportunity to take flight with instructors and explore careers in aviation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cayla Hunt)

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A graphic depicting events happening on base. (Courtesy Graphic)

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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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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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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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U.S. Army and Republic of Korea Army Soldiers conduct a static-line jump out of a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, near Gimhae Air Base, 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. Personnel assigned to Special Operations Command Korea routinely train with other units from around the Indo-Pacific region, including U.S. and multinational partners, ensuring a continued state of readiness toward a credible and integrated deterrence force posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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Container delivery system bundles exit the ramp of a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron for a mass airdrop operation during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, near 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel load a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron with several container delivery system bundles for a mass airdrop operation in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, 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. HG24 allowed members of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to learn more about ROK Air Force procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel load a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron with several container delivery system bundles for a mass airdrop operation in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 12, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, 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. HG24 allowed members of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th AS to learn more about ROK Air Force procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Zack Norton, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, discusses mission planning alongside Republic of Korea Air Force C-130J Super Hercules pilots during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 11, 2024, at Gimhae Air Base, 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. 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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A heavy equipment bundle exits the ramp of a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during airdrop operations in support of Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 2024, near 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Adam Walenski, 36th Airlift Squadron evaluator loadmaster, prepares a heavy equipment bundle for an airdrop during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 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 of the 374th Operations Support Squadron, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th Airlift Squadron to learn more about ROKAF procedures, demonstrate U.S. Air Force techniques, tactics and procedures, all while demonstrating the interoperability between joint airdrop operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Carson Christian, 374th Operations Support Squadron joint airdrop inspector, inspects heavy equipment for an airdrop during Hercules Guardians 2024, Sept. 10, 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 OSS, 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 36th Airlift Squadron 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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Members of the Yokota Air Base Honor Guard inspect the flags during the National POW/MIA Recognition Day opening ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2024. The ceremony included a wreath dedication and a retelling of stories from POW/MIA service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan Powell, 374th Operations Group commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Albert Whidby, 374th Operations Support Squadron air traffic control radar chief controller, participate in the 24-hour POW/MIA vigil run at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2024. The event required two participants to hold a U.S. and POW/MIA flag while running for 30 minutes before new participants took over. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Participants jog around the track during a 24-hour POW/MIA vigil run at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2024. The U.S. and POW/MIA flags were carried throughout the entirety of the 24-hour event to honor Americans who were prisoners of war and more than 81,000 who served and never returned home. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Participants jog around the track during a 24-hour POW/MIA vigil run at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Sept. 19, 2024. The U.S. flag and POW/MIA flags were carried throughout the entirety of the 24-hour event to honor Americans who were prisoners of war and more than 81,000 who served and never returned home. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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