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374th SFS strengthens bilateral ties with Koku-Jieitai

Koku-Jieitai (Japan Air Self-Defense Force) members react to simulated intruders by using combative techniques learned during a bilateral aircraft security training event at Yokota Air Base, Japan, August 7, 2020. The 374th Security Forces Squadron performed a flightline intrusion scenario to test the comprehension and ability of Koku-Jieitai members to react quickly under pressure.

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Virtual First Term Airmen Course

The newest First Term Airmen Course students listen to a virtual brief given by the 18th Wing Base Historian William McEvoy, Aug. 5, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Incoming Airmen are required to attend the First Term Airmen Course at their first assignment location.

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USS Chancellorsville Holds Change of Command

Capt. Paul Allgeier, left, relieves Capt. Marc D. Boran as the commanding officer of the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) during a change of command ceremony. Chancellorsville is assigned to Commander, Task Force 70, forward-deployed to Yokosuka, Japan in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

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Vehicle maintenance provides steady support

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class David Orellana, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron special purpose maintenance apprentice, checks the wiring of an asphalt recycler Aug. 4, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Vehicle maintenance can perform vehicle repairs from small body damage to a full replacement, for more than 100 vehicles, keeping them mission ready at all times.

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Yokosuka Hosts First Women’s Forum

Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka Hosts First Women’s Forum

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Resilient Shield 2021

US Forces, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Participate in Resilient Shield 2021

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31st MEU completes two weeks of mission planning and execution at MEUEX

Marines with Combat Logistic Battalion (CLB) 31, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), carry a simulated combat casualty onto a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter with Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 262 (Reinforced), 31st MEU, during a nightingale exercise at Camp Hansen, Okinawa, Japan, July 29, 2020. During a nightingale, Marines and Sailors provide tactical combat casualty care and evacuation of combat casualties. The 31st MEU, the Marine Corps’ only continuously forward-deployed MEU, provides a flexible force ready to perform a wide range of military operations as the premier crisis response force in the Indo-Pacific region. The 31st MEU has implemented strict health protection measures and will continue to conduct mission essential training in support of regional security and stability.

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Yokota receives a C-130J Weapons System Training simulator

A view of the C-130J Weapon System Training simulator at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 27, 2020. The 374th Operations Support Squadron held the ribbon cutting ceremony for the C-130J WST facility. The C-130J WST accurately simulates the aircraft and the mission space it operates in while accurately recreating the sounds, motion, visual scenes, instruments and all other systems to provide a high-fidelity, realistic flight training environment.

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Acknowledging racial disparity within our ranks

Members from the 18th Equipment Maintenance Squadron discuss racial disparity, discrimination and inequality during their monthly open forum July 24, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th EMS has held nine small group discussions in an open forum facilitated by Airmen who have personally experienced discrimination in their careers. This gives members the opportunity to speak about their personal experiences in a safe environment and affords others the opportunity to listen and learn from these experiences.

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Air Force unit keeps communications running 24/7 at Camp Zama

Air Force Staff Sgt. Christopher Watson, left, and Senior Airman Brandon Boiles, assigned to 374th Communications Squadron’s Operating Location C, work in Building 771 at Camp Zama, Japan, July 24.

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USARJ Best Warrior Competition challenges NCOs, Soldiers

Spc. Matthew Meyers, assigned to the U.S. Army Aviation Battalion Japan, competes in the ruck-march portion of the U.S. Army Japan Best Warrior Competition at Sagami General Depot, Japan.

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Misawa’s Phase team keeps the Fighting Falcons in the air

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 35th Maintenance Squadron Phase Inspection section examine an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 22, 2020. The 35th MXS Phase Inspection section Airmen thoroughly inspect and identify discrepancies before they become big problems, allowing Misawa jets to be at the ready for the mission.

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Australia, Japan, Join U.S. for Trilateral Naval Exercise

The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group and units from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JSMDF) and Australian Defense Force (ADF) participate in trilateral exercises supporting shared goals of peace and stability, while enhancing regional security and the right of all nations to trade, communicate, and choose their destiny in a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group is the U.S. Navy's only forward-deployed strike group and one of America's most visible symbols of resolve.

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SEACAT 2020 puts regional cooperation first on agenda

Lt. Cmdr. Jeff Ryan, exercise planner assigned to Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific, observes as French Navy Cmdr. Jérémy Bachelier discusses the French Navy’s operations in support of Southeast Asia Cooperation and Training (SEACAT) 2020. SEACAT promotes shared commitments to maritime partnerships, security and stability in Southeast Asia. This year, SEACAT takes shape as a virtual maritime domain awareness symposium with representatives from 22 participating nations.

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US Navy, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Complete Exercise 2JA

Mineman 3rd Class Jacob Scott from San Antonio, Texas, operates the vehicle handling system (VHS) to lower the mine neutralization vehicle (MNV) into the water to acquire a visual identification of a mine-like object aboard mine countermeasures ship USS Pioneer (MCM 9) during Mine Warfare Exercise (MIWEX) 2JA 2020. MIWEX 2JA is an annual bilateral exercise held between the U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) to strengthen interoperability and increase proficiencies in mine countermeasure operations.

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35 CES teams up with JASDF counterparts to replace power lines at Draughon Range

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Alex Jordan, a 35th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems apprentice, hands Tomoaki Miura, a 35th CES electrical technician, a high voltage porcelain insulator at Draughon Range near Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 15, 2020. Typically, high voltage line replacement is a contracted project; however, the 35th CES electrical shop seized the opportunity for their Airmen to receive on the job training while working side by side with their JASDF counterparts. Not only did U.S. and JASDF Airmen benefit from completing the project as a team but it also saved the Air Force 90,000 dollars.

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35th Fighter Wing Guidon Passed to New Commander

U.S. Air Force members of the base honor guard post the colors during the 35th Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 13, 2020. Col. Kristopher W. Struve, relinquished command of the 35th Fighter Wing to Col. Jesse J. Friedel during the official ceremony.

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

Japan Ground Self Defense Force paratroopers board a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron out of Yokota Air Base, Japan, at Hyakuri Air Base, Japan, July 9, 2020. Over the course of two days, Japan Ground Self Defense Force paratroopers and Yokota service members completed a bilateral jump training mission, enhancing U.S. and Japanese interoperability.

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Team Kadena’s Intel, Recon Squadrons Outsmart COVID-19

Members assigned to the 82nd Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron perform daily tasks while adhering to COVID-19 protection measures July 8, 2020, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. By enacting and adapting to these measures quickly, members were able to devote themselves to mission success.

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Wild Weasel Wins Big at PACAF for Mentorship Abilities

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Bradley Haywood, a 35th Fighter Wing equal opportunity NCO in charge, paused for a photo at Misawa Air Base, Japan, July 7, 2020. Haywood earned the Gen. Billy J. Bowles Mentorship Award for his work on and off-duty motivating his fellow Airmen. Haywood will now compete at the Air Force level.

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