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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Zachary Bieranowski, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron power production section chief, inspects an aircraft arresting system tape during an annual certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. The test certified the stability of the system, which safely decelerates and stops aircraft during an emergency landing or aborted takeoff. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, catches a barrier cable during an annual flightline aircraft arresting system certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. 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 Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, catches a barrier cable during an annual flightline aircraft arresting system certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. 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 Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hannah Marie Irelan, 14th Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, sets up wheel chocks for performing initial checks of the aircraft during an annual flightline aircraft arresting system certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. 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 Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Hannah Marie Irelan, 14th Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, performs initial checks of the aircraft during an annual flightline aircraft arresting system certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. 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 Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, connects its J-Hook to an aircraft arresting system at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. As a pilot lands on a runway during an in-flight emergency, the pilot will drop the J-Hook to the 1.25-inch steel cable of the AAS to assist the aircraft in rapidly decreasing its speed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, approaches a barrier cable during an annual flightline aircraft arresting system certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. 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 Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Kenkel, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, taxis down the flightline during an annual flightline arresting system certification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. 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 Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Samuel Galvan, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron aircraft arresting system NCO in charge, inspects the flightline aircraft arresting system before an annual recertification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. The certification guarantees proper function of the AAS when the aircraft cannot perform a standard landing during a real-world emergency. The AAS is a cable designed to catch the arresting hooks attached to the tail of an aircraft, which creates a safe deceleration when landing at short distances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

system NCO in charge, and Senior Airman Branson Sutherland, 374th CES power production journeyman, ties a knot on the flightline aircraft arresting system for an annual recertification test at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. The certification guarantees proper function of the AAS when the aircraft cannot perform a standard landing during a real-world emergency. The AAS is a cable designed to catch the arresting hooks attached to the tail of an aircraft, which creates a safe deceleration when landing at short distances. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Yokota, Misawa Airmen conduct annual Aircraft Arresting System certification

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 14th Fighter Squadron, Misawa Air Base, Japan, flies over Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024, during an annual aircraft arresting system certification test. 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 Yasuo Osakabe)

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USFJ, 5AF host combined commanders conference

U.S. Forces Japan, Fifth Air Force, and Yokota leadership take a group photo during a combined commanders conference at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2024. Commanders, senior enlisted leaders and spouses from 24 units throughout the Indo-Pacific region gathered to discuss military force structure, access to medical care and quality of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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USFJ, 5AF host combined commanders conference

U.S. Forces Japan, Fifth Air Force, Yokota leadership and spouses take a group photo during a combined commanders conference at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2024. Commanders, senior enlisted leaders, and spouses from 24 units throughout the Indo-Pacific Region gathered to discuss military force structure, access to medical care and quality of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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USFJ, 5AF host combined commanders conference

U.S. Forces Japan senior leadership spouses take a group photo during a combined commanders conference at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2024. Commanders, senior enlisted leaders and spouses from 24 units throughout the Indo-Pacific region gathered to discuss military force structure, access to medical care and quality of life. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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USFJ, 5AF host combined commanders conference

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, incoming U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, delivers remarks during a combined commanders conference at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8, 2024. The event was the first opportunity for Jost to meet the leaders within his command after taking command Oct. 8. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexzandra Gracey)

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USFJ, 5AF host combined commanders conference

Lois Rapp, Department of Defense Education Activity director for student excellence, speaks during a combined commanders conference at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. The conference provided a streamlined environment to relay critical information and updates to leaders across the command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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USFJ, 5AF host combined commanders conference

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ricky Rupp, center, outgoing U.S. Forces Japan and 5th Air Force commander, delivers opening remarks during a combined commanders conference at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. The conference provided a streamlined environment to relay critical information and updates to leaders across the command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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USFJ, 5AF host combined commanders conference

A briefer speaks during a combined commanders conference at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. The conference provided a streamlined environment to relay critical information and updates to leaders across the command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Students, local government officials and senior military leaders pose for a photo during the Student Educational Exchange and Dialogue cultural event at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct 6, 2024.The annual Youth Exchange Program underscores the strong partnership between Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity Pacific, fostering lasting connections and cultural understanding among the youth of both nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Manuel G. Zamora)

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Ikuo Kato, Mayor of Fussa, presents an award during the Student Educational Exchange and Dialogue cultural event at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct 6, 2024. The exchange featured a variety of interactive activities aimed at breaking down language barriers and enhancing problem-solving skills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Manuel G. Zamora)

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