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U.S. forces enhance joint capabilities during exercise

U.S. Marine Corps, Army and Air Force military members discuss mission operations for Joint Exercise Littoral Strike at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Japan, Jan. 20, 2021. The two-day exercise focused on integration between the U.S. Marine Corps, Army, Air Force and Navy. It consisted of various simulated wartime scenarios, including an aerial resupply by the 36th Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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U.S. forces enhance joint capabilities during exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Bernie Cox, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilot, discusses mission operations for Joint Exercise Littoral Strike at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Japan, Jan. 20, 2021. The 36th AS conducted an aerial resupply of high velocity container delivery systems, simulating food, water, ammunition and medical supplies in support of the exercise. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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U.S. forces enhance joint capabilities during exercise

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jay Lambert, center left, and Capt. Bernie Cox, center right, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilots, discuss mission operations for Joint Exercise Littoral Strike at Combined Arms Training Center Camp Fuji, Japan, Jan. 20, 2021. The two-day exercise focused on operational integration between the U.S. Marine Corps, Army, Air Force and Navy. The 36th AS supported the exercise by providing aerial resupply to the Marines on the ground so they were able to conduct follow-on operations. . (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

Airman Eric Christenson, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power productions shop apprentice, ensures precise spacing in-between cable donuts prior to the certification test of the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The rubber donuts elevate the cable to the appropriate height, providing proper distance for an aircraft to latch onto the cable in the event of an emergency landing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

An F-16DJ Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, Misawa Air Base, Japan, approaches a barrier cable during the initial certification test of the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The tail-hook latches onto the AAS cable which then rapidly decelerates the aircraft in the event of an emergency landing. Certifying the BAK-12 system gives Yokota’s airfield the ability to host fighter aircraft during contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

Staff Sgt. Zach Sheller, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power productions shop craftsman, left, trains Airman Eric Christenson, 374th CES electrical power productions shop apprentice, on how to correctly operate the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) during the initial certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The BAK-12 system is replaced every 10 years to remain compliant with U.S. Air Force AAS requirements. Accomplishing these certification tests maintains Yokota’s mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

Airman Eric Christenson, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical power productions shop apprentice, operates the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) during the initial certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The test ensured the system hydraulics were operational and safe, maintaining Yokota’s mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

A firetruck assigned to the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department provides assistance in the case of an emergency during the initial certification test of the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. Airmen from Misawa Air Force Base and Yokota team-up in order to ensure the system is fully functional through this certification testing operation. This effort reenforces Yokota’s multi-capable presence in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

An F-16DJ Fighting Falcon assigned to Misawa Air Base, Japan, catches a barrier cable during the initial certification test of the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The AAS utilizes the arresting hooks attached to the tail of an aircraft to safely decelerate and stop the aircraft when needing to land in short distances. Ensuring the BAK-12 is fully functional through certification testing reenforces Yokota’s multi-capable presence in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

An Airman assigned to the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron checks the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) tape following the initial certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The test certified the stability of the system, which safely decelerates and stops an aircraft during an emergency landing or aborted takeoff. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

A fire fighter assigned to the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department, operates the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) during the initial certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The BAK-12 system is replaced every 10 years in order to remain compliant with U.S. Air Force AAS requirements and ensures the new system is fully operational and safe, maintaining Yokota’s multi-capable mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

A fire fighter assigned to the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department, gives hand signals to the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) operators during the initial certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The BAK-12 system is replaced every 10 years in order to remain compliant with U.S. Air Force AAS requirements. Hand signals are given to indicate the distance the barrier cable has to go to be considered completely retrieved. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

Fire fighters assigned to the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department, are given hand signals while they operate the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) during its initial certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. Hand signals are given to indicate the distance the barrier cable has to go to be considered completely retrieved. Ensuring the BAK-12 is fully functional through certification testing reenforces Yokota’s multi-capable presence in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

Fire fighters assigned to the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department, operate the newly installed flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) during its initial certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The BAK-12 system is replaced every 10 years in order to remain compliant with U.S. Air Force AAS requirements, ensuring the new system was fully operational and safe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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Newly installed aircraft arresting system maintains Yokota’s r

A flightline BAK-12 barrier, aircraft arresting system (AAS) cable is tied to a spot on the runway prior to the certification test of the newly installed system at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 13, 2021. The barrier cable is in the event of an emergency landing. Ensuring the BAK-12 is fully functional through certification testing reenforces Yokota’s multi-capable presence in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)

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C-130J Super Hercules

An Air Force C-130J Super Hercules flies over Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 5, 2021 during a training mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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CV-22 gets cleaned for inspection

Senior Airman Brody Lee, 753rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, cleans a side of a CV-22 Osprey assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 23, 2020. High pressure hoses are used to remove dirt and debris from the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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CV-22 gets cleaned for inspection

Tech. Sgt. Scott Zednick, 753rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, cleans the top of a CV-22 Osprey assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 23, 2020. The 753rd SOAMXS Airmen are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the Ospreys during the 180 day inspection, ensuring they remain mission ready. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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CV-22 gets cleaned for inspection

Senior Airman Brody Lee,753rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, cleans a wing of a CV-22 Osprey assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 23, 2020. Long brushes are used to clean hard-to-reach areas on the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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CV-22 gets cleaned for inspection

Senior Airman Brody Lee, 753rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, cleans a wing of a CV-22 Osprey assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 23, 2020. Ospreys under-go an inspection every 180 days, which includes using high pressure hoses and brushes to remove dirt and debris from the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tyrone Thomas)

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