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  • Annual defensive exercise begins: Ulchi Freedom Guardian

    The ROK-U.S. Combined Forces Command announced the annual exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2015 taking place Aug. 17 to Aug. 28, 2015.UFG, like all Combined Forces Command exercises, is routine and defense-oriented, designed to enhance readiness, protect the region and maintain stability on the

  • Osan aircraft to temporarily operate from Suwon Air Base

    A contingent of U.S. military aircraft normally stationed at Osan Air Base will temporarily operate from Suwon Air Base for approximately six weeks, starting Aug 1.U-2, F-16 and A-10 aircraft will occupy an area of Suwon Air Base, conducting flying operations in order to maintain regular

  • CMSAF visits ROK, discusses regional partnerships

    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody visited three major U.S. military bases throughout the Republic of Korea, from June 30 to July 3.During his visit, Cody met with Airmen and Soldiers to discuss morale, welfare, and the unique partnership between the ROK military and the US Forces

  • 51 FW welcomes new commander

    Charge of the 51st Fighter Wing was put into new hands during a change of command ceremony June 16, 2015, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea.During the ceremony, Col. Brook Leonard relinquished command of the 66-year-old fighter wing to Col. Andrew Hansen, the wing's 63rd commander.The event was

  • U.S., ROK civil engineers strengthen alliance during PACUNITY

    Civil engineer Airmen from the Republic of Korea and U.S. air forces strengthened their joint partnership and sharpened their emergency response skills during Pacific Unity June 9 through 11 here.PACUNITY is a U.S. Pacific Command event focused on improving Theater Security Cooperation within the

  • First Sgt. takes on Mangudai Warrior Challenge

    Eighteen Air Force members representing 7th Air Force participated in the 2015 Mangudai Warrior Challenge May 13-15, 2015 at an undisclosed location, Republic of Korea.The Mangudai Warrior Challenge is designed to bring together members of all branches of service, to include ROK service members, to

  • USFK releases update on MERS

    Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a serious respiratory disease in the Republic of Korea with numerous reported cases.  Symptoms include fever, cough and shortness of breath.USFK beneficiaries seen at the following locations since 15 May should call their health clinic for guidance and

  • Wolf Pack welcomes the Lobos

    The 8th Fighter Wing relies on more than two thousand permanently assigned Airmen to carry out its mission.On May 14, 2015, the Wolf Pack welcomed more than 250 South Dakota National Guard from the 114th Fighter Wing, Joe Foss Field, Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They are deployed here as the 175th