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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Firefighters from the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron use fire truck water cannons to put out an aircraft fire simulator during a bilateral training session with Japan Air Self-Defense Force firefighters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. The 374 CES and JASDF practice together annually to give both a chance to learn from each other by trying out different equipment and methods of fire prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Firefighters from the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron use fire truck water cannons to put out an aircraft fire simulator during a bilateral training session with Japan Air Self-Defense Force firefighters at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. The 374 CES and JASDF practice together annually to give both a chance to learn from each other by trying out different equipment and methods of fire prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Firefighters from the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force and 374th Civil Engineer Squadron team up to spray water on a simulated aircraft fire during a bilateral training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Practicing standardized firefighting techniques between U.S. and Japanese Airmen gave both sides the opportunity to sharpen joint capabilities and build stronger partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Japan Air Self-Defense Force firefighters spray water on an aircraft fire simulator during a bilateral training with the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Thirty-five JASDF members from six different bases gathered at Yokota AB to train and gain experience with 374 CES firefighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

A Japanese Air Self-Defense Force firefighter carries out a simulated victim during a bilateral training with the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Thirty-five JASDF members from six different bases gathered at Yokota AB to train and gain experience with 374 CES firefighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Airman 1st Class Kevin Gutierrez Gonzalez, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, rolls up a fire hose after a bilateral training on an aircraft fire simulator at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Practicing standardized firefighting techniques between U.S. and Japanese Airmen gave both sides the opportunity to sharpen joint capabilities and build stronger partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Japan Air Self-Defense Force firefighters listen to a brief during a bilateral training with the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Thirty-five JASDF members from six different bases gathered at Yokota AB to train and gain experience with 374 CES firefighters. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

A firefighter with the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force gives hand signals to members of his team during a bilateral training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Firefighter Airmen from the 374 CES and JASDF demonstrated firefighting techniques for each other, and compared methods, materials and tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Firefighting Airmen from the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron watch Japan Air Self-Defense Force firefighters demonstrate how to combat a structural fire during a bilateral training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Firefighter Airmen from the 374 CES and JASDF demonstrated firefighting techniques for each other, and compared methods, materials and tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Staff Sgt. Thomas Reno, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire truck operator, puts on his fire protection gear during a bilateral training with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Practicing standardized firefighting techniques between U.S. and Japanese Airmen gave both sides the opportunity to sharpen joint capabilities and build stronger partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

A firefighter with the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron inspects a self-contained breathing apparatus during a bilateral training with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Firefighting training includes responding to controlled fires on a mock aircraft simulator and controlled structural fires inside of training buildings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Staff Sgt. Christopher Gold, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter crew chief, inspects another firefighter's gear during a bilateral training with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Firefighting training includes responding to controlled fires on a mock aircraft simulator and controlled structural fires inside of training buildings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Senior Airman Anthon Williams, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire truck operator, opens a door with a halligan breaching tool during a bilateral training with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Firefighting training includes responding to controlled fires on a mock aircraft simulator and controlled structural fires inside of training buildings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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A firefighter with the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force, left, teaches Airman 1st Class Jeremy Linger, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, right, how to use a Japanese fire hose during a bilateral training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. The 374 CES and JASDF practice together annually to give both a chance to learn from each other by trying out different equipment and methods of fire prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

A firefighter with the Japanese Air Self-Defense Force, left, communicates a current situation to Airman 1st Class Jeremy Linger, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, right, and Staff Sgt. Douglas Martin, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron lead firefighter, center, during a bilateral training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. The 374 CES and JASDF practice together annually to give both a chance to learn from each other by trying out different equipment and methods of fire prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Airman 1st Class Corey White, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron fire truck operator, pulls a hose away from a building after successfully putting out a simulated building fire during a bilateral training with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. The 374 CES and JASDF practice together annually to give both a chance to learn from each other by trying out different equipment and methods of fire prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Staff Sgt. Christopher Gold, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter crew chief, wrings out a fire hose before storing it on a fire truck during a bilateral training with the Japan Air Self Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. The 374 CES and JASDF practice together annually to give both a chance to learn from each other by trying out different equipment and methods of fire prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

A firefighter with the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron is sprayed down to remove soot during a bilateral training with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Firefighting training includes responding to controlled fires on a mock aircraft simulator and controlled structural fires inside of training buildings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota Firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

A 374th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter helmet sits on the ground after a bilateral training on a structural live fire at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 28, 2022. Firefighting training includes responding to controlled fires on a mock aircraft simulator and controlled structural fires inside of training buildings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Firefighters from Japanese Air Self-Defense Force and 374th Civil Engineer Squadron pose for a group photo during a bilateral training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Practicing standardized firefighting techniques between U.S. and Japanese Airmen gave both sides the opportunity to sharpen joint capabilities and build stronger partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Master Sgt. Jayson Marquez, 374th Civil Engineer Squadron assistant chief for fire prevention, right, talks with Col. Atsushi Yamakawa, Central Aircraft Control and Warning Wing vice commander, center, during a bilateral training at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Practicing standardized firefighting techniques between U.S. and Japanese Airmen gave both sides the opportunity to sharpen joint capabilities and build stronger partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Fire trucks assigned to the 374th Civil Engineer Squadron and Japanese Air Self-Defense Force are parked in the training area during a bilateral training with the Japan Air Self-Defense Force at Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 26, 2022. Practicing standardized firefighting techniques between U.S. and Japanese Airmen gave both sides the opportunity to sharpen joint capabilities and build stronger partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Machiko Arita)

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Yokota firefighters conduct bilateral training with JASDF

Published Nov. 2, 2022
By Machiko Arita
374th Airlift Wing public affairs

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan --

The 374th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department conducted a joint training with Japan Air Self Defense Force. Practicing standardized firefighting techniques between U.S. and Japanese Airmen gave both sides the opportunity to sharpen joint capabilities and build stronger partnerships.