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  • SecDef touches base at Osan

    Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III arrives at Osan Air Base while two A-10C Thunderbolt IIs prepare for takeoff on the runway at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 30, 2023. During his visit, Secretary Austin will meet with members of Republic of Korea’s Ministry of National Defense to

  • Kunsan Med Hawks become TJC certified

    After receiving a “fine-tooth comb” inspection last October, the 8th Medical Group has earned The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation, a national certification bestowed on healthcare organizations for their outstanding process performance and patient care this January.The TJC exam is a neutral body

  • 51st FW, PACAF test next generation aircrew protection

    During a next generation aircrew protection (NGAP) evaluation, 51st Fighter Wing pilots and groundcrew participants tested updated chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) procedures by practicing step, launch and recovery of aircraft in a simulated chemical filled environment. Pacific

  • ROKAF, 51st FW showcase CBRN capabilities

    U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jacob Laugesen and Senior Airman Dionicia Latus, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management technicians, locate a simulated mortar during a Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear capability demonstration at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 5, 2023. The

  • 8th CS cyber defense protects installation information

    More than just processing work orders and fixing the installation’s Wi-Fi, the 8th Communications Squadron has a few tricks up their sleeve to protect personnel and hardware from information-stealing attacks.Tucked away in a dimly lit, climatized room, works a cyber defense 365-team, who uses cyber

  • 25th Fighter Squadron Operations at Osan Air Base

    An A-10 Thunderbolt II assigned to the 25th Fighter Squadron taxies on the runway following a training mission at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 4, 2023. The A-10 Thunderbolt or “Warthog” made its first flight in 1972 filling the role of a close air support aircraft. (U.S. Air Force Photo by

  • Osan’s F-16s take off for training

    F-16 Fighting Falcon’s assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron taxi on the runway before flight during a training mission at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 28, 2022. The 36th FS prepares for and executes immediate combat operations focused on the defense of the Republic of Korea and regional

  • Wolf Pack weather flight forecasts for safety

    Kunsan’s strategic location in the Indo-Pacific region provides an edge over our adversaries and enables a quick response to threats. However, with that comes unique weather challenges that can threaten the safety of personnel and assets.To prepare for and work with the forces of nature, the 8th