noun
captain (JASDF); lieutenant (JASDF)
A rank in the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF). Equivalent to a captain or lieutenant in other air forces, depending on the specific grade. Used in official and military contexts.
彼は空尉に昇進した。
He was promoted to captain (JASDF).
空尉として基地で勤務している。
He serves at the base as a captain (JASDF).