Paratroopers from the U.S. Army 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 11th Airborne Division, board a C-130J Super Hercules in preparation for a joint forcible entry exercise during Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center 24-02 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

Yokota News

  • 374 MXG Change of Command

    U.S. Air Force Col. Martin Perez assumed command of the 374th Maintenance Group from Col. Michael Campos during a change of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 13.Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, presided over the ceremony and the event was attended by family

  • USAFA cadets tour Yokota

    Cadets traveled from the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs and spent two weeks touring multiple units across the 374th Airlift Wing at Yokota Air Base, June 2-10.

  • Language, culture, and connection: LEAP scholars train at Yokota

    Scholars from the Language Enabled Airman Program embedded with units across the 374th Airlift Wing for three weeks, applying cultural and language skills to strengthen partnerships and enhance mission readiness in the Indo-Pacific.Fluent in multiple languages, particularly Japanese, the scholars

  • 2025 Spring CCAF graduation highlights Yokota’s academic achievements

    Graduates of the 2025 Spring Community College of the Air Force pose for a photo at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 3, 2025. Earning these degrees reflects each Airman’s commitment to personal and professional development in support of the Air Force mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class

  • 353 SOW showcases CV-22 Osprey to AFSOC spouses

    The 353rd Special Operations Wing hosted a CV-22 military spouse appreciation day event to recognize the vital role military spouses have in supporting Air Force Special Operations Command missions at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 30.For the first time in nearly two years, spouses had the opportunity

  • 374 AMXS host dedicated crew chief induction ceremony

    28 Airmen from the 374th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron were officially inducted as dedicated crew chiefs during an induction ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, May 28.Before selection, candidates undergo a competitive evaluation process. They must be nominated by leadership and demonstrate