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JGSDF tours Yokota’s Fire Department

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Sergeant Yusuke Shimada, Central Nuclear Biological Chemical Weapon Defense Unit sub section lead, explains the JGSDF liquid spray vehicle to U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Yossua Lugo, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron lead firefighter, during a familiarization tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 10, 2024. The tour aimed to strengthen the foundation for future training procedures and foster valuable friendships, enhancing the humanitarian assistance and disaster relief capabilities of both the Yokota Fire Department and JGSDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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JGSDF tours Yokota’s Fire Department

Masanobu Ishikawa, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron Japanese fire chief, briefs Japan Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers from the Central Nuclear Biological Chemical Weapon Defense Unit on the Yokota Fire Department's facilities during a familiarization tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 10, 2024. The tour aimed to strengthen the foundation for future training procedures and foster valuable friendships, enhancing the humanitarian assistance and disaster relief capabilities of both the Yokota Fire Department and JGSDF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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JGSDF tours Yokota’s Fire Department

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Michael Pluger, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron commander, greets Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Maj. Makoto Yoshida, Central Nuclear Biological Chemical Weapon Defense Unit headquarters company commander, during a familiarization tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 10, 2024. Seventeen JGSDF soldiers from the Central NBC Weapon Defense Unit visited the 374th CES fire department to learn about U.S. Air Force fire department operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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JGSDF tours Yokota’s Fire Department

Lloyd Stinson, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire chief, greets Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Maj. Makoto Yoshida, Central Nuclear Biological Chemical Weapon Defense Unit headquarters company commander, during a familiarization tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 10, 2024. Seventeen JGSDF soldiers from the Central NBC Weapon Defense Unit visited the 374th CES fire department to learn about U.S. Air Force fire department operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members move a piece of fiber-reinforced polymer matting during an airfield damage repair training exercise at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 21, 2024. FRP matting is another ADR method used to expedite runway repair and can be assembled into different shapes and sizes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members gather for a group photo following an airfield damage repair training exercise at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 21, 2024. Exercises like these are designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force members attach fiber-reinforced polymer matting during an airfield damage repair training exercise at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 21, 2024. FRP matting is another ADR method used to expedite runway repair and can be assembled into different shapes and sizes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members conduct airfield damage repair training at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 21, 2024. ADR is a multi-staged process that effectively repairs airfields, allowing for operations to continue in combat situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members look at a piece of measuring equipment during an airfield damage repair training at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 21, 2024. Exercises like these are designed to increase readiness and interoperability while strengthening the U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members mark an area during an airfield damage repair training exercise at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 21, 2024. During the exercise, the teams trained on ADR, JASDF rapid airfield damage repair methods and on the U.S. Air Force’s fiber-reinforced polymer matting procedure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members line up before beginning an airfield damage repair training exercise at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 20, 2024. This training fostered an environment where U.S. Air Force and JASDF members could learn from one another through sharing ADR methods. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members conduct a joint cutting procedure during an airfield damage repair training exercise at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 20, 2024. During the exercise, the teams trained on ADR, JASDF rapid airfield damage repair methods and on the U.S. Air Force’s fiber-reinforced polymer matting procedure.(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Paving the way: U.S, JASDF advance ADR capabilities

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force members lay concrete during an airfield damage repair training exercise at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, Nov. 19, 2024. This training fostered an environment where U.S. Air Force and JASDF members could learn from one another through sharing ADR methods. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Samantha White)

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Japan Air Self-Defense Force aircraft maintainers from the 2nd Tactical Airlift Group, Iruma Air Base, Japan, tour a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Nov. 5, 2024. The JASDF members toured Yokota’s facilities and engaged with aircraft maintainers from the 374th Maintenance Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Cayla Hunt)

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Hitting the right notes: Yokota students carol their way into the 374th AW

U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, enjoyed watching and listening to Yokota High School students perform carols at the 374th AW headquarters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 12. The students’ performance brought holiday cheer to the building, highlighting the strong community ties that boost morale and resilience across team Yokota. (U.S Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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Hitting the right notes: Yokota students carol their way into the 374th AW

Yokota High School students and 374th Airlift Wing leadership pose together in front of the 374th AW headquarters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 12, following the students caroling performance. The group photo captured the spirit of community and camaraderie, emphasizing the shared bonds that strengthen morale across team Yokota. (U.S Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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Hitting the right notes: Yokota students carol their way into the 374th AW

Two Yokota High School students bowed in gratitude after performing for Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, and personnel at the 374th AW headquarters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 12. Their performance embodied the holiday spirit, fostering a sense of community and uplifting morale across Team Yokota. (U.S Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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Hitting the right notes: Yokota students carol their way into the 374th AW

Chief Master Sgt. Kenneth Hauck, 374th Airlift Wing command chief, handed out candy to Yokota High School students as they gathered and lined up after performing carols at the 374th AW headquarters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 12. Moments like these strengthen community bonds and morale across team Yokota, highlighting the spirit of the season. (U.S Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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Hitting the right notes: Yokota students carol their way into the 374th AW

Three Yokota High School students lifted spirits with festive saxophone melodies during caroling at the 374th Airlift Wing headquarters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Dec. 12. Their performance showcased how community connections and holiday cheer strengthen morale and resilience across team Yokota. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Manuel G. Zamora)

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Yokota, Kadena Airmen save life in real-world AE mission

From left, U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Kasie Hays, 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron AE technician, Airman 1st Class Dennis Sifford, 36th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, and Master Sgt. Detrick Hysaw, 18th AES aeromedical evacuation technician, discuss a layout of a flying intensive care unit on a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th AS at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2024, during real-world aeromedical evacuation. On 28 Oct, the 374th Medical Group, 374th Operations Group and 18th AES transferred the member from Yokota care to higher level care on a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th AS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

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