Preserving Japan’s Aviation Heritage: Yokota returns historic aircraft artifacts

A World War II-era Imperial Japanese Army aircraft engine component is displayed at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 1, 2026. The component was discovered during a construction project on the installation and later identified as historically significant by Japanese aviation experts before being transferred to Japanese representatives for continued research and preservation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Yasuo Osakabe)

PHOTO BY: Yasuo Osakabe
VIRIN: 260701-F-PM645-1001.JPG
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NIKON ZR

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NIKKOR Z 24-70mm f/2.8 S

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56/10

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1/160

ISO

500

IMAGE IS PUBLIC DOMAIN

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