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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force member marshals a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota Air Base, at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 8, 2026, in support of Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1. NATR 26-1 is a bilateral field training exercise designed to increase readiness and interoperability, strengthening the U.S.-Japan alliance.(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, takes off during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, takes off during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 17, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force Capt. William Carr, right, 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, converses with a Japan Air Self-Defense Force pilot during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 16, 2026. During an F-35A immersion tour, U.S. and JASDF pilots conversed about shared experiences, providing an opportunity for members of each service to learn from each other. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

A Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagle assigned to the 305th Tactical Fighter Squadron takes off during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 13, 2026. NATR 26-1 is a bilateral field-training exercise involving U.S. military and JASDF personnel, designed to increase readiness and interoperability, strengthening the ironclad U.S.-Japan alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Helmer, 4th Expeditionary Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, prepares to marshal a Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-35B Lightning II during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation Exercise 26-1, at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base Japan, March 12, 2026. During the exercise, U.S. and JASDF maintainers marshalled one another's aircraft, further reinforcing corps-service familiarity and operational coordination. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force Capt. Harry McMahon, 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron F-35A Lightning II pilot, shakes hands with local base support group members during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1 at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. As the project officer for NATR 26-1, McMahon provided the group with an in-depth look at the F-35A Lightning II’s capabilities and role in the continued defense of Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15J Eagles assigned to the 305th Tactical Fighter Squadron taxi down the flightline during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at JASDF Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force leadership from the 18th Wing, 5th Air Wing, and 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, meet during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. During the meeting, leadership discussed future collaborations between U.S. and Japanese personnel, further solidifying their ironclad alliance in support of stability in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, sit on the flight line during Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1 at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, March 10, 2026. Exercises like NATR 26-1 increase readiness and interoperability in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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U.S., Japanese airpower integrate to strengthen deterrence during NATR 26-1

U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 4th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, deployed to Kadena Air Base, taxi after landing at Japan Air Self-Defense Force Nyutabaru Air Base, Japan, in support of Nyutabaru Aviation Training Relocation exercise 26-1, March 9, 2026. Training operations like these are crucial to deterring aggression and being ready to fight and win to protect the vital interests of the U.S. and Japan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gary Hilton)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

A 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130H Combat Talon II idles on the flight line as 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point members deploy a forward area manifold cart during a FARP exercise Aug. 10, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Combining the versatility of Combat Talon II’s and FARP teams enables forward deployed aircraft to refuel anywhere, anytime. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point and 1st Special Operations Squadron Airmen load a forward area manifold cart onto an MC-130H Combat Talon II during a nighttime refueling exercise Aug. 10, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. Regular nighttime training enables FARP and 1st SOS Airmen to stay mission ready should they be called upon for refueling operations in austere conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

Airman 1st Class Jack Anderson and Senior Airman --TBD-- Jones, 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point members, stow their equipment after completing a nighttime refueling exercise Aug. 10, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. FARP Airmen trained with the 1st Special Operations Squadron to hone skills necessary for safely hot refueling aircraft from an MC-130H Combat Talon II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

An 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point member observes the flight line during a nighttime refueling exercise Aug. 10, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th LRS FARP team and 1st Special Operations Squadron conducted a refueling exercise to demonstrate forward-area refueling point capability in an austere environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

An 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point member stands ready to unload a forward area manifold cart during a nighttime refueling exercise Aug. 10, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The 18th LRS FARP team and 1st Special Operations Squadron routinely train together in order to maintain year-round mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

Airmen of 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point and 1st Special Operations Squadron defuel a hose during a nighttime refueling exercise Aug. 10, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. The FARP team and 1st SOS train regularly to ensure safe operational procedures during contingency missions requiring refueling support in austere conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

A 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130H Combat Talon II idles on the flight line during a forward area refueling point exercise Aug. 10, 2016, at Kadena Air Base, Japan. 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron FARP members practiced loading, unloading and deploying a forward area manifold cart, allowing ground based hot refueling from a Combat Talon II. FARP operations enable aircraft from other units and sister services to refuel no matter the time or location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

A 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130H Combat Talon II flies during a training sortie Aug. 9, 2016, over the Pacific Ocean. The 1st SOS conducted a nighttime exercise involving the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team. FARP members routinely train with the 1st SOS to maintain year-round mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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18 LRS FARP Team Refuels…Anyplace, Anytime, Anywhere

A 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130H Combat Talon II flies during a training sortie Aug. 9, 2016, over the Pacific Ocean. 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling members participated with the 1st SOS to maintain mission readiness. FARP teams extend Kadena Air Base’s ground refueling operations capacity involving helicopter units from sister services. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Peter Reft)
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