U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Parker Smith, 374th Security Forces Squadron deputy raven program manager, performs an exercise during Phoenix Raven pre-selection training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24, 2026. Airmen who partake in the pre-selection course engage in combatives, use of force scenarios, baton and advanced weapons training techniques. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Julian Batista)
The 374th Security Forces Squadron conducted a pre-selection training course for individuals who desire to go to Phoenix Raven school at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Aug. 24-25, 2026. The school is designed for a select group of security forces Airmen who are responsible for the safeguarding of aircraft, and their aircrews in a variety of dangerous and austere environments.