Yokota Air Base gathered for the 374th Airlift Wing Change of Command ceremony, where Col. Richard McElhaney relinquished command to Col. Daniel Mendoza of the 374th Airlift Wing, Friday, 10 July, 2026. The change of command ceremony is a longstanding military tradition that symbolizes the formal transfer of authority and responsibility while honoring the service of the outgoing commanders and welcoming new leadership.
Voice-over:
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SrA Alana Walker
AFN Tokyo Broadcast Producer
Interviewee
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Col. Daniel Mendoza
Inbound 374th Airlift Wing Commander
| Date Taken: | 07.09.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 07.13.2026 21:53 |
| Category: | Package |
| Video ID: | 1014398 |
| VIRIN: | 260710-F-EX148-7596 |
| Filename: | DOD_111836326 |
| Length: | 00:01:00 |
| Location: | JP |
| Downloads: | 1 |
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