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Yokota displays airlift proficiency during Valiant Shield 24

U.S. Air Force Capt. Tadhg Collins, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot, pilots a C-130J Super Hercules during Valiant Shield 24 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2024. VS24 is a multinational, biennial field training exercise focused on integration of joint training in a multi-domain environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

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Yokota displays airlift proficiency during Valiant Shield 24

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Joshua Miranda, 36th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, loosens a chain from a hydraulic test stand during Valiant Shield 24 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2024. VS24 is a multinational, biennial field training exercise focused on integration of joint training in a multi-domain environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

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Yokota displays airlift proficiency during Valiant Shield 24

A U.S. Air National Guard C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 115th Airlift Squadron taxis before takeoff during Valiant Shield 24 at Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2024. VS24 is a multinational, biennial field training exercise focused on integration of joint training in a multi-domain environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

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Yokota displays airlift proficiency during Valiant Shield 24

From left, U.S. Air Force Capt. Tadhg Collins, 36th Airlift Squadron pilot and Capt. Trent Fleener, 36th AS pilot and Valiant Shield 24 C-130 Task Force mission commander, talks to members of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade during VS24 at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 15, 2024. VS24 is a multinational, biennial field training exercise focused on integration of joint training in a multi-domain environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Tobler)

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374th OG change of command

U.S. Air Force Col. Jun Oh, 374th Operations Group outgoing commander, addresses his family’s support in his final speech during a change of command at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. During the ceremony, Col. Nathan Powell took command of the 374th OG. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th OG change of command

U.S. Air Force base honor guard members perform a colors presentation during the 374th Operations Group change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. Change of command ceremonies symbolize the transfer of command responsibility and accountability from one individual to another, which is physically represented by the passing of the guidon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th OG change of command

U.S. Air Force base honor guard members perform a colors presentation during the 374th Operations Group change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. Change of command ceremonies symbolize the transfer of command responsibility and accountability from one individual to another, which is physically represented by the passing of the guidon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th OG change of command

U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan Powell, 374th Operations Group incoming commander, gives the first speech to their group during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. Change of command ceremonies are time-honored traditions deeply-rooted in American military history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cayla Hunt)

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374th OG change of command

U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron displays new 374th Operations Group commanders’ name, Col. Nathan Powell, during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. Unique to aerial mission units, aircraft display the names of their commanders and actively undergo the transition during a change of command ceremony - when a new commander takes command of the unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cayla Hunt)

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374th OG change of command

U.S. Air Force Col. Nathan Powell, 374th Operations Group incoming commander, renders the first salute to their group during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. Change of command ceremonies symbolize the transfer of command responsibility and accountability from one individual to another, which is physically represented by the passing of the guidon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th OG change of command

From the left, U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, presents the 374th Operations Group guidon to Col. Nathan Powell, 374th OG incoming commander, as they take command during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. Prior to taking command, Powell served as the division chief for strategic competition at the Pentagon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th OG change of command

From the left, U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, receives the guidon from Col. Jun Oh, 374th Operations Group outgoing commander, as they relinquish command during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. In a change of command ceremony, the guidon symbolizes the transfer of command, the authority and responsibility associated with it. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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374th OG change of command

U.S. Air Force Col. Jun Oh, 374th Operations Group outgoing commander, renders the final salute to his group during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. The 374th OG maintains and ensures combat readiness of three operation squadrons using C-130J Super Hercules, C-12J Huron and UH-1N Huey aircraft, conducting missions involving intratheater airlift, aeromedical evacuation and distinguished visitor transport for the U.S. Pacific Command and other national security policy efforts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)

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The 374th Medical Group gifted Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, a coin display to commemorate his leadership during his two-year tenure at Yokota Air Base, June 14, 2024. Family, friends, Japanese Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. military members were all in attendance at the Officer’s Club to partake in snacks and refreshments while presenting farewell words and gifts to Roddan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, and Col. Brett Cochran, 374th AW deputy commander share a hug during Roddan’s farewell social at Yokota Air Base, June 14, 2024. Roddan spent the last two years serving as the commander of the 374th AW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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Members of the 374th Airlift Wing pose for a group photo during Col. Andrew Roddan’s farewell social at Yokota Air Base, June 14, 2024. Family, friends, Japanese Air Self-Defense Force and U.S. military members were all in attendance at the officer’s club to partake in snacks and refreshments while presenting farewell words and gifts to Roddan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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Japan Air Self-Defense Force Col. Hiroyuki Ishii, Operations Support Wing commander, left, presents a letter of appreciation to U.S. Air Force Col. Andrew Roddan, 374th Airlift Wing commander, during Roddan’s farewell social at Yokota Air Base, June 14, 2024. Ishii presented the letter of appreciation to highlight Roddan’s efforts in strengthening the partnership between Japan and the U.S. during his time as the 374th AW commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Alexzandra Gracey)

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The 374th Maintenance Squadron salutes during the playing of the U.S. and Japanese national anthems at the 374th MXS change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. The change of command ceremony formally transferred command of the 374th MXS from Maj. David Perkins to Maj. Jessica Meadows. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Manuel G. Zamora)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Jessica Meadows, 374th Maintenance Squadron commander, poses for a photo with her family during the 374th MXS change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. The change of command ceremony is a tradition dating back to the Roman era, where military leaders would pass a baton, colors, standards, or ensigns symbolizing the passing of command to subordinates in attendance, ensuring unit members were never without official leadership or a continuation of trust. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Manuel G. Zamora)

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U.S. Air Force Maj. Jessica Meadows, 374th Maintenance Squadron commander, delivers a speech during the 374th MXS change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 14, 2024. The change of command ceremony formally transferred command of the 374th MXS from Maj. David Perkins to Meadows. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Manuel G. Zamora)

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