Yokota 374th AW leadership immerses with combat mobility flight

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Joshua Gacud, 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron combat mobility technician, rigs a parachute during an immersion at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 4, 2026. Combat mobility technicians are responsible for maintaining aerial delivery equipment that supports deployment, resupply and contingency operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

The 374th Airlift Wing leadership participated in an immersion with the 374th Logistics Readiness Squadron combat mobility flight at Yokota Air Base, Japan, June 4, 2026. During the immersion, leaders observed parachute rigging procedures through a subject matter expert exchange and hands-on training. The immersion provided them with a better understanding of the technical expertise required to inspect, maintain and prepare parachutes for operational use, highlighting the critical role parachute riggers play in mission readiness and airborne operations.

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