515th Air Mobility Operations Wing

Stronger Together 🤝

During Exercise VALIANT SHIELD, Airmen assigned to the 730th Air Mobility Squadron worked alongside Japanese Self Defense Force partners to support KC-46 operations in Fukuoka, Japan, providing everything from aircraft marshaling and towing to passenger processing, crew support, and refueling coordination.

The combined team ensured aircrews and passengers were taken care of while keeping aircraft ready to execute the mission. Their efforts highlight the importance of strong partnerships and seamless interoperability in the Indo-Pacific.

Working side-by-side with our allies and partners strengthens readiness, builds trust, and ensures we remain prepared to respond whenever and wherever called upon.

United States Air Force | 18th Air Force | Air Mobility Command | U.S. Pacific Air Forces | U.S. Indo-Pacific Command | U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) | |

The 515 AMOW welcomed Col. Tyler S. Robertson and Chief Master Sgt. Manuel Garibay as the new commander and command chief of the 515th Air Mobility Operations Wing while bidding farewell to Col. Jens D. Lyndrup and Chief Master Sgt. Jake Fason as they officially relinquished command, June 24, 2026.

Thank you Col. Lyndrup and Chief Fason, and welcome Col. Robertson and Chief Garibay!

18th Air Force | Air Mobility Command | Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam | United States Air Force | 715th Air Mobility Operations Group | 515th Air Mobility Operations Group (AMOG)