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    374 AW Airmen depart for airlift mission in Nepal [Image 4 of 7]

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    A large four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules variant, is photographed head-on on a tarmac with all four propellers spinning (motion blur visible). A single uniformed military personnel stands in front of the aircraft near the nose gear, likely conducting a pre-flight or post-flight inspection. The image is taken from a low angle along a yellow centerline marking, with a concrete blast deflector wall visible behind the aircraft's landing gear.

    YOKOTA AIR BASE, TOKYO, JAPAN

    08.30.2026

    Photo by Senior Airman David S. Calcote 

    374th Airlift Wing

    A 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules prepares for departure at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Aug. 31, 2026. The rapid deployment of the 374th Airlift Wing's aircraft highlights U.S. Pacific Command's forward posture and capability to deliver rapid, precise lifesaving aid across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman David S. Calcote)

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    Date Taken: 08.30.2026
    Date Posted: 09.03.2026 00:56
    Photo ID: 9908278
    VIRIN: 260831-F-LX373-1186
    Resolution: 5790x3240
    Size: 2.12 MB
    Location: YOKOTA AIR BASE, TOKYO, JP
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    A U.S. Air Force service member in OCP (Operational Camouflage Pattern) uniform is seated in what appears to be a military aircraft cockpit, operating a ruggedized tablet device. The individual is focused on the tablet screen while surrounded by cockpit instrumentation and controls. The setting appears to be on a flight line or airfield, visible through the open cockpit window.
    Two U.S. Air Force personnel are working on a flight line, pushing ground support equipment on a wheeled cart in front of a C-130 Hercules transport aircraft. The aircraft bears the tail code 'YJ' and serial number ending in '610', with 'U.S. Air Force' markings visible on the fuselage. The scene appears to be at a military air base under overcast skies.
    A person is working with a ratchet strap and metal hook mechanism, securing or tensioning cargo within what appears to be a military or industrial transport environment. The individual has a visible tattoo on their forearm depicting a cross with a chain or arrow design. Green digital displays are visible in the background, suggesting an aircraft or vehicle cargo bay setting.
    A large four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules variant, is photographed head-on on a tarmac with all four propellers spinning (motion blur visible). A single uniformed military personnel stands in front of the aircraft near the nose gear, likely conducting a pre-flight or post-flight inspection. The image is taken from a low angle along a yellow centerline marking, with a concrete blast deflector wall visible behind the aircraft's landing gear.
    A military service member in MultiCam/OCP camouflage uniform stands on an airfield tarmac holding an illuminated Pelican flashlight with a cone/wand attachment. The light wand is glowing white, suggesting low-light or nighttime operations. In the blurred background, at least one C-130 Hercules military transport aircraft is visible on the flight line.
    A U.S. Air Force ground crew member is marshaling military transport aircraft on a flight line using signal wands. Two C-130J Super Hercules aircraft marked 'U.S. AIR FORCE' are visible on the tarmac with their propellers spinning. The scene appears to take place at a military airfield under overcast skies.
    A military turboprop transport aircraft, consistent with a C-130 Hercules configuration, is captured at low altitude during takeoff or landing over a grass airfield. The overcast sky and lush green terrain suggest a temperate, possibly East Asian location based on the visible infrastructure and vegetation. Industrial or base facilities and a tree-covered hill are visible in the background.

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