The is the sole squadron of the 2nd Tactical Airlift Group of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force based at Iruma Air Base in Saitama Prefecture, Japan. It is equipped with Kawasaki C-1 and U-4 aircraft. Tail marking The squadron's tail marking is the emblem of the 2nd Tactical Airlift Group. The emblem shows an eagle over Japan. Aircraft operated Curtiss C-46 Commando (1968-1978) NAMC YS-11（1968-2001） Kawasaki C-1（1973-present） U-4 (1997-present） Kawasaki C-2（2021-present） References Units of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force