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.

Phase docks go paperless, improve process

Throughout the United States Air Force, Airmen continuously look for ways to improve daily processes to increase productivity.One unit at Yokota Air Base has recently showcased their ability to be innovative Airmen. The 374th Maintenance Squadron phase dock flight has improved their isochronal

Stepping up to serve

The cobblestone entryway of Shisei Gakusha orphanage in Tachikawa leads to a field of grass, big enough for a casual game of soccer, surrounded by dorms and classrooms. One bright day, around 40 Yokota personnel showed up with a van load of burgers, drinks and oranges. They brought out tables, set

LRS delivers fuel, keeps aircraft flying

Yokota dorms continue to see improvement

Recent dormitory renovations projects here ensure Airmen are well cared for and that their quality of life remains a top priority.Over $1.7 million has been spent of improvements to the dorms since early 2015. Many dorm optimizations have been completed this month."We are always looking to make the

Yokota travel series: Japan’s ice and wind cave

Head in the opposite direction of Tokyo, toward the base of Mt. Fuji, and one can experience a stark contrast in the environment. The roads turn into flora and the dense congestion of people is replaced with fauna. The wilderness takes over. It's within this wilderness that sightseers can find

Geared for defense

Yokota spreads SAPR message by sharing music

The Summer Series Concerts played its final show at the Sakura Shell Sept. 26 at Yokota Air Base, increasing the awareness of sexual assaults in the military and promoting an assault-free standard in military communities.The event was hosted by the sexual assault response coordinator team, who used