Yokota 374th AW commander completes final flight

U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, participates in a traditional final flight celebration following his landing at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 8, 2026. The final flight, also known as a fini flight, is an Air Force tradition marking a pilot’s departure from a unit or the last time they fly an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote)

U.S. Air Force Col. Richard McElhaney, 374th Airlift Wing commander, completed his fini-flight aboard a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, July 7, 2026. The fini-flight marked the conclusion of his tenure as commander of the 374 AW and honored his service and leadership during his assignment.

Yokota Air Base