Yokota launches multiple aircraft for readiness exercise Published Oct. 25, 2023 By Airman 1st Class Samantha White 374th Airlift Wing Public Affairs YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan -- Three C-130J Super Hercules aircraft assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron took off from Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 23, in support of Exercise Beverly Morning 24-1. As the only regional airlift transportation hub for personnel and cargo, the 374th Airlift Wing exercises regularly to maintain uninterrupted high-paced joint and allied operations if deterrence fails or disaster strikes. A C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron (AS) prepares for take-off from Yokota Air Base, Japan, Oct. 23, 2023, during Exercise Beverly Morning 24-1. The 36th AS maintains a forward presence and supports combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment through aerial delivery and assault air-land operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Samantha White) Photo Details / Download Hi-Res With the skilled operation of the 36th Airlift Squadron, Yokota aircraft maintains a forward presence and supports combat operations by providing responsive movement of personnel and equipment through aerial delivery and assault air-land operations. The C-130J Super Hercules is the prime transport for air-dropping troops and equipment into hostile areas and can operate from nearly any landing zone that meets its launch and recovery requirements.