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21 SOS, SOAMXS commit to proficiency with CV-22 precautionary landing practice

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 21st Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron secure palletized mattresses for a precautionary landing practice to the tarmac at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. To ensure synchronized efforts between operations and maintenance teams, the 21st Special Operations Squadron and SOAMXS conducted multiple practices involving a CV-22 Osprey with simulated malfunctioning landing gear. The training opportunity exercises capabilities needed by both teams when emergency procedures are called upon in real-time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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21 SOS, SOAMXS commit to proficiency with CV-22 precautionary landing practice

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 21st Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron relocate palletized mattresses for a precautionary landing practice to the tarmac at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. To ensure synchronized efforts between operations and maintenance teams, the 21st Special Operations Squadron and SOAMXS conducted multiple practices involving a CV-22 Osprey with simulated malfunctioning landing gear. The training opportunity exercises capabilities needed by both teams when emergency procedures are called upon in real-time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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21 SOS, SOAMXS commit to proficiency with CV-22 precautionary landing practice

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 21st Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron secure palletized mattresses for a precautionary landing practice to the tarmac at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 7, 2024. To ensure synchronized efforts between operations and maintenance teams, the 21st Special Operations Squadron and SOAMXS conducted multiple practices involving a CV-22 Osprey with simulated malfunctioning landing gear. The training opportunity exercises capabilities needed by both teams when emergency procedures are called upon in real-time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tristan Truesdell)
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Special Operations Forces cut through Kunsan’s rainy skies to demonstrate strike capability

An Airman assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron observes a Republic of Korea Air Force MC-130K aircraft, as it trails a U.S. Air Force MC-130J Commando II aircraft over Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 23, 2024. Air Force Special Operations Command Air Commandos participated in a variety of training events during a three-week joint combined exchange training event involving ROK special operations partner forces. The special operations forces' JCET program is managed at the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict level and ensures routine combat readiness of U.S. personnel in the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Special Operations Forces cut through Kunsan’s rainy skies to demonstrate strike capability

An Airman assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron conducts a military freefall jump out of an MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron over Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 23, 2024. Air Force Special Operations Command Air Commandos participated in a variety of training events during a three-week joint combined exchange training event involving ROK special operations partner forces. The special operations forces' JCET program is managed at the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict level and ensures routine combat readiness of U.S. personnel in the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Special Operations Forces cut through Kunsan’s rainy skies to demonstrate strike capability

An Airman assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron conducts a military freefall jump out of an MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron over Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 23, 2024. Air Force Special Operations Command Air Commandos participated in a variety of training events during a three-week joint combined exchange training event involving ROK special operations partner forces. The special operations forces' JCET program is managed at the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict level and ensures routine combat readiness of U.S. personnel in the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Special Operations Forces cut through Kunsan’s rainy skies to demonstrate strike capability

Airmen assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron, conduct a military freefall jump out of an MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron over Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 23, 2024. A ROK Air Force MC-130K aircraft and Korean special operations personnel also participated in the combined training event, demonstrating both nations’ ability to conduct combined freefall operations. Air Force Special Operations Command personnel regularly participate in training in the Indo-Pacific region as a way to ensure multinational relations and readiness to respond to a variety of scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Special Operations Forces cut through Kunsan’s rainy skies to demonstrate strike capability

Prior to a military freefall jump, an Airman assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron checks for visual indicators of a drop zone at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea while standing on the back ramp of an MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron, July 23, 2024. A ROK Air Force MC-130K aircraft and Korean special operations personnel also participated in the combined training event, demonstrating both nations’ ability to conduct combined freefall operations. Air Force Special Operations Command personnel regularly participate in training in the Indo-Pacific region to ensure multinational relations and readiness to respond to a variety of scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Special Operations Forces cut through Kunsan’s rainy skies to demonstrate strike capability

An Airman assigned to the 320th Special Tactics Squadron ensures an Airman’s parachute equipment is secured and properly fitted prior to a flight at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 23, 2024. The Airmen participated in a variety of training events during a three-week joint combined exchange training event involving ROK special operations partner forces. The special operations forces' JCET program is managed at the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict level and ensures routine combat readiness of U.S. personnel in the special operations community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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240702-F-JB191-1167

A 21st Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief marshals a U.S. Air Force CV-22B Osprey after returning from a flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 2, 2024. Prior to this flight, the CV-22 community engaged in comprehensive technical training that covered the latest updates, maintenance practices, and safety protocols related to the aircraft. This training ensures all personnel remain proficient, prepared, and confident as they return to flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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240702-F-JB191-1091

U.S. Air Force CV-22B Osprey assigned to the 21st Special Operations Squadron, takes flight for the first time since last November at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 2, 2024. Prior to this flight, the CV-22 community engaged in comprehensive technical training that covered the latest updates, maintenance practices, and safety protocols related to the aircraft. This training ensures all personnel remain proficient, prepared and confident as they return to flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

Seven MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron fly over the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. Low altitude flying allows pilots and aircrew to train the pivotal skill of operating in low-level environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

Six MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron taxi down the flight line at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. This was the first time the 1st SOS generated all seven aircraft to complete a formation flight during the biennial “Flight of the Flock” training event.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron prepares to marshall an MC-130J Commando II aircraft assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron during the biennial “Flight of the Flock” training event at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. Formation flights exercise the ability of aircrews and maintainers to quickly generate aircraft and move large numbers of ground forces and equipment in hostile or denied territory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 353rd Special Operations Aircraft Maintenance Squadron perform preflight maintenance on an MC-130J Commando II assigned to the 1st Special Operations Squadron at Kadena Air Base, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. This was the first time the 1st SOS generated all seven aircraft to complete a formation flight during the biennial “Flight of the Flock” training event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Yosselin Perla)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

1st Special Operations Squadron loadmasters, observe a 1st SOS MC-130J Commando II during the Flight of the Flock formation at Kadena Air Base, Japan Jan. 6, 2022. This formation showcased the 1st SOS MC-130J Commando II. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A formation of 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II’s fly during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. This “Flight of the Flock” formation was the first time all seven 1st SOS MC-130J Commando II aircraft were generated for flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A formation of 1st Special Operations Squadron MC-130J Commando II’s fly during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. The 1st SOS operates the MC-130J Commando II to provide infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of special operations forces and equipment in hostile or denied territory. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A formation of MC-130J Commando II’s fly during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. The 1st SOS is on-call to conduct specialized mobility with the MC-130J Commando II in order to conduct infiltration, exfiltration and resupply for allied forces in austere environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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1st SOS conducts Flight of the Flock

A 1st Special Operations Squadron loadmaster observes a formation of MC-130J Commando II’s fly during “Flight of the Flock” off the coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 6, 2022. 1st SOS loadmasters are responsible for ensuring people and equipment in the MC-130J Commando II are safely and efficiently transported to their location. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stephen Pulter)
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