36th FS ‘fiend’ for contingency operation training

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron prepare to take off during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 15, 2024. As the most forward deployed permanently based wing in the Air Force, the 51st Fighter Wing is charged with providing mission-ready Airmen to execute combat operations and receive follow-on forces. Training is conducted throughout the year to generate combat airpower at a moment’s notice, affirming the commitment to the ROK remains ironclad and ensures regional stability throughout the U.S Indo-Pacific Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sabrina Fuller-Judd)

36th FS ‘fiend’ for contingency operation training

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron prepares to take off during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 15, 2024. The aircraft generation demonstrated the 51st Fighter Wing’s rapid generation capabilities and response readiness, ensuring the wing remains ready to “Fight Tonight.” Training is conducted throughout the year to generate combat airpower at a moment’s notice, affirming the commitment to the ROK remains ironclad and ensures regional stability throughout the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sabrina Fuller-Judd)

36th FS ‘fiend’ for contingency operation training

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron taxis on the flight line during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 15, 2024. As the most forward deployed permanently based wing in the Air Force, the 51st Fighter Wing is charged with providing mission-ready Airmen to execute combat operations and receive follow-on forces. Routine training events like Beverly Herd are pivotal platforms for 51st Fighter Wing Airmen to refine their warfighting proficiencies through practical application, concurrently enhancing their ability to respond skillfully to contingencies. (U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aubree Owens)

36th FS ‘fiend’ for contingency operation training

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron prepares to land on the flight line during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 14, 2024. Training is continuously conducted to generate combat airpower at a moment’s notice, affirming the commitment to the ROK remains ironclad and ensures regional stability throughout the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. Routine training events like Beverly Herd are pivotal platforms for 51st Fighter Wing Airmen to refine their warfighting proficiencies through practical application, concurrently enhancing their ability to respond skillfully to contingencies. (U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aubree Owens)

36th FS ‘fiend’ for contingency operation training

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron takes flight during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 15, 2024. The aircraft generation demonstrated the 51st Fighter Wing’s rapid generation capabilities and response readiness, ensuring the wing remains ready to “Fight Tonight.” Routine training events like Beverly Herd are pivotal platforms for 51st Fighter Wing Airmen to refine their warfighting proficiencies through practical application, concurrently enhancing their ability to respond skillfully to contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sabrina Fuller-Judd)

36th FS ‘fiend’ for contingency operation training

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron lands on the flight line during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 14, 2024. Team Osan provides ready to “Fight Tonight" air power, whenever and wherever needed. Routine training events like Beverly Herd are pivotal platforms for 51st Fighter Wing Airmen to refine their warfighting proficiencies through practical application, concurrently enhancing their ability to respond skillfully to contingencies. (U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Aubree Owens)

36th FS ‘fiend’ for contingency operation training

U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron taxi on the flight line during Beverly Herd 24-1 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 15, 2024. The 51st Fighter Wing executes the mission by maintaining and training aircrew members on high-paced flight line operations. Routine training events like Beverly Herd, are pivotal platforms for 51st Fighter Wing Airmen to refine their warfighting proficiencies through practical application, concurrently enhancing their ability to respond skillfully to contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Sabrina Fuller-Judd)

36th FS ‘fiend’ for contingency operation training

Published May 14, 2024
By Senior Airman Sabrina Fuller-Judd
51st Fighter Wing

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --