US, JGSDF strengthen interoperability during Airborne 25

Paratroopers from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, 1st Airborne Brigade, prepare to load onto six C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 3, 2025, as part of Airborne 25. Airborne is an annual large-scale exercise that integrates air and ground forces from the U.S. and Japan. This year’s iteration featured six U.S. Air Force C-130Js carrying 215 JGSDF paratroopers for a static-line personnel jump. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Natalie Doan)

PHOTO BY: Senior Airman Natalie Doan
VIRIN: 250304-F-GS842-1004.JPG
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NIKON Z 6_2

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NIKKOR Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S

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8

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1/500

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400

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