5 AF CC participates in Yokota immersion tour

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, 5th Air Force commander, speaks to members from the 374th Airlift Wing Logistics Quick Reaction Force during the 5 AF immersion tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2026. The Log-QRF is a homegrown initiative enabling Yokota Airmen to perform agile airbase opening tasks usually consisting of aircrew, security, communications, command post and aerial port. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Wood)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, 5th Air Force commander, speaks to members from the air traffic control tower during the 5 AF immersion tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2026. Members discussed the nuances of providing air traffic control in the region, including ongoing projects and innovations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Wood)

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U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 374th Civil Engineering Squadron conduct a Rapid Airfield Damage Repair demonstration during the 5th Air Force commander’s immersion tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2026. RADR training enables the quick and efficient repair of airfields in the event of an attack, allowing for operations to continue in combat situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Wood)

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From the left, U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Andrew Oliveira, 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron War Reserve Material fuels program manager, speaks with Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, 5th Air Force commander, during the 5 AF immersion tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2026. The purpose of WRM is to ensure that military units have the necessary resources to sustain operations and maintain combat readiness during a crisis, particularly when supplies may be disrupted or difficult to obtain. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Wood)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, 5th Air Force commander, inspects infrastructure with base leadership during the 5 AF immersion tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2026. Carey was given a first-hand look into the on-base infrastructure being renovated, including dorm buildings and the natatorium. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Wood)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, 5th Air Force commander, speaks to members from the 374th Airlift Wing Logistics Quick Reaction Force during the 5 AF immersion tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2026. The Log-QRF is a homegrown initiative enabling Yokota Airmen to perform agile airbase opening tasks usually consisting of aircrew, security, communications, command post and aerial port. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Wood)

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U.S. Air Force defenders assigned to the 374th Security Forces Squadron discuss base defense capabilities with Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, 5th Air Force commander, during the 5 AF immersion tour at Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 17, 2026. Defenders play a key role within the Logistics Quick Reaction Force capability, providing the defense of assets in forward-deployed locations. This photo has been altered for security purposes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jacob Wood)

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U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Joel Carey, 5th Air Force commander, participated in an immersion tour of facilities and operations around Yokota Air Base, Japan, April 16, 2026. The tour gave Carey the opportunity to gain valuable insight into the day-to-day operations and mission readiness of key units assigned to the installation.

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