Yokota receives forces for exercise

Yokota airlift supports Japan government exercise

Aircrew with the 459th Airlift Squadron participated in a Tokyo Metropolitan Government disaster relief exercise Oct. 28, 2015, loading simulated medical supplies onto a UH-1N Huey and delivering them to an airport at Miakejima Island. The simulated medical supplies represented a number of aid and

Journeys through Japan: Enoshima aquarium & island

For those who enjoy marine life, beaches and history, there is a place located within Fujisawa City, Japan, that is a worthwhile adventure.Enoshima island and aquarium is a place where people can enjoy a relaxing day seeing a variety of aquatic critters, swim in the waters of the Sagami Bay and view

Yokota firefighters celebrate 70 years of service

Base members gathered at the base's main fire station to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Yokota's fire emergency services October 24, 2015.During the celebration, the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department gave the Yokota community an opportunity to have fun while learning important

Airman finds adrenaline in Tokyo

On Fuji Speedway, the lone Mount Fuji looming high on the horizon, 150 vehicles tore around the track at speeds of 130 miles per hour and higher. The cars left trails of mist from the morning rain as they flashed by the checkpoint in a roar.  "It's just a blast," said the red-haired, football-build

Bad decisions, big consequences

It is well-known that the Air Force has a zero-tolerance policy for criminal offences involving alcohol such as underage drinking and disorderly conduct. That policy also applies to driving under the influence, which carries hefty penalties for Airmen.To help spread awareness of the possible

Yokota port moves essential parts for Navy

Airmen from the 730th Air Mobility Squadron successfully downloaded three critical stern shafts destined for the USS Shiloh using their new C-5 Aerial Port Expediter program at Yokota Air Base, Japan.  The squadron's APEX program is currently the only one in the Indo-Asia Pacific Region equipped

Staying on Target

In keeping with their combat readiness requirements, Airmen participate in the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance course to learn skills vital for defending themselves and their fellow Airmen downrange. Airmen have to meet minimum qualifications in order to pass the course. They must demonstrate

Yokota fuels relationship with JMSDF

Yokota technicians responded immediately to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force's urgent request to support four of their recently acquired C-130R Hercules, Oct. 8, 2015.With the assistance from the 459th Airlift Squadron, three technicians with the 374th Maintenance Group flew on a UH-1N Huey to

Airlift on display

The 374th Airlift Wing is responsible to the 5th Air Force commander for C-130H, UH-1N and C-12J operations including tactical air-land, airdrop, aeromedical and distinguished visitor airlift.