Weather dictates the battlefield. Here at Camp Zama, the 1st Combat Weather Squadron delivers the 24/7 tactical weather intelligence U.S. Army Japan relies on. Though headquartered out of Washington, these Airmen are fully integrated in Japan — briefing pilots, issuing vital installation warnings, and ensuring aviation safety. They don’t just report the weather, they enable the joint mission.
Weather Warriors: A Day in the Life of the 1st Combat Weather Squadron on Camp Zama
By Daisuke Sato, U.S. Army Garrison Japan Public Affairs OfficeJune 8, 2026
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