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

  • $2B Air Force savings goal surpassed with help from 374 CONS

    Talents across the Air Force have meticulously focused resources on reducing military spending and contracting squadrons globally have now surpassed a $2B goal—six months ahead of schedule. The Yokota 374th Contracting Squadron, credits their hand in this united success to their change-agent

  • Green light, Go: JGSDF conduct jump training from Yokota C-130's

    Airmen assigned to the 374th Airlift Wing, Yokota Air Base, Japan, and paratroopers with the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, 1st Airborne Brigade, conducted a jump training mission over the Ojoji drop zone, Japan, July 8 and 9.“Bilateral trainings are important because it enhances our warfighting

  • Exercise Gryphon Jet

    The 353rd Special Operations Group organized exercise Gryphon Jet from June 17-26, 2020 at Yokota Air Base, Japan.

  • Yokota Hosts Diversity Vigil

    Members of Team Yokota came together for a Diversity Vigil hosted by the 374th Airlift Wing’s Yokota Friendship Chapel, June 27, 2020, Yokota Air Base, Japan.The vigil consisted of an opening prayer, a poem, and a moment of silent reflection for 8 minutes and 46 seconds in solidarity and support of

  • Col. Campbell assumes command of the 374th AW

    Col. Andrew J. Campbell, 374th Airlift Wing incoming commander, formally assumed command of the 374th AW from outgoing commander, Col. Otis C. Jones, during an assumption of command ceremony at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 22, 2020.

  • Yokota ATC: Controlling traffic in the sky

    With stoplights and lanes ushering vehicles where they need to go in an orderly fashion all too common on our roads on the ground, what little realize is that same framework exists in the sky above. While the sky does not have tangible lights as roads do, the communication provided by Yokota Air

  • Yokota Team Member Recognized As Top Performer

    Yokota Air Base, Japan -- There is a lot to be said about an individual so assiduous, they catch the attention of one First Sergeant. Being on an entire group of shirts’ radars is taking dedication to the next level. The Diamond Sharp Award is a reflection of that hard work and keenness in getting

  • Mental health awareness month

    Do we wait years to treat heart or liver disease? Do we ignore the symptoms? The answer is no! We address the symptoms, seek help, and develop a plan to reverse or stop the progression of the disease.So why don't we do the same for individuals who are dealing with potentially serious mental