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 hosts JASDF personnel during immersion tour

    Members of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force 1st Technical School board a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules during an immersion tour of the 374th Maintenance Group at Yokota Air Base, Japan, March 25, 2025. The tour was held to strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance through hands-on engagement and

  • 459 AS conducts routine SERE training

    Members from the 459th Airlift Squadron operate a UH-1N Huey during a survival, evasion, resistance and escape training exercise near Yokota Air Base, Japan, Jan. 28, 2025. The 459th AS frequently trains on a multitude of scenarios to stay prepared for potential real-world contingencies and

  • Fussa Joint Safety Patrol Strengthens U.S.-Japan Community Partnerships

    A Fussa police officer leads participants during the Fussa joint safety patrol event in Fussa, Japan, Dec. 20, 2024. The event showcased the collaborative efforts of U.S. service members and local authorities to promote safety and foster strong community ties. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st

  • 374 LRS strengthens partnership with Iruma AB visit

    A welcome sign is illuminated during the 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron’s visit to Iruma Air Base, Japan, Nov. 20, 2024. The tour provided 374th LRS members the opportunity to engage with Iruma Air Base's facilities and personnel. Held semi-annually, this event seeks to enhance partnership

  • Japanese Defense Minister visits Yokota

    Japanese Minister of Defense Gen Nakatani visited Yokota Air Base, Japan, and met with Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost, U.S. Forces Japan and Fifth Air Force commander, Nov. 1, 2024.