Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training U.S. Air Force Logo Oct. 30, 2024 Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command Soldiers from the 1st Special Forces Brigade conduct a high-altitude, high-opening jump from a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The training event built proficiency in military freefall and infiltration techniques that could enable special operations forces (SOF) peculiar missions if called upon by the two nations’ senior leaders. SOF personnel and their readiness enable a holistic, integrated deterrence posture against belligerent aggression in the region and in defense of the ROK and U.S. homelands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training A U.S. Army Special Forces Soldier and jumpmaster assigned to the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), visually confirms the location of a designated drop zone during a high-altitude, high-opening proficiency jump training event in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The training event built proficiency in military freefall and infiltration techniques that could enable special operations forces (SOF) peculiar missions if called upon by the two nations’ senior leaders. SOF personnel and their readiness enable a holistic, integrated deterrence posture against belligerent aggression in the region and in defense of the ROK and U.S. homelands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training At Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, on Oct. 24, 2024, U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, U.S. Army Special Forces Soldiers assigned to the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), and Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command Soldiers assigned to the 1st Special Forces Brigade, conduct a pre-mission brief for a high-altitude, high-opening proficiency jump in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1. Freedom Flag is an advanced, large-scale tactical exercise between the U.S., allies, and partners, dedicated to the protection of regional peace and stability through the adaptation of novel and collaborative training methods, ensuring readiness against a wide range of threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command Soldiers assigned to the 1st Special Forces Brigade conduct a high-altitude, high-opening jump from a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The ROK maintains a lasting relationship with U.S. special operations and conventional force counterparts, enhancing their ability to deter aggression and respond to a crisis if ever called upon by their nations’ leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training Republic of Korea Special Warfare Soldiers assigned to the 1st Special Forces Brigade prepare to jump from a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during a high-altitude, high-opening proficiency jump training in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The ROK maintains a lasting relationship with U.S. special operations and conventional force counterparts, enhancing their ability to deter aggression and respond to a crisis if ever called upon by their nations’ leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Faces are blurred for safety reasons. Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training U.S. Air Force Capt. Simon Castro, left, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Brendan King, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilots, fly a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during high-altitude, high-opening proficiency jump training for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The training event built proficiency in military freefall and infiltration techniques that could enable special operations forces (SOF) peculiar missions if called upon by the two nations’ senior leaders. SOF personnel and their readiness enable a holistic, integrated deterrence posture against belligerent aggression in the region and in defense of the ROK and U.S. homelands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training A C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron taxis down the runway at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024, for Freedom Flag 24-1. Freedom Flag is an advanced, large-scale tactical exercise between the U.S., allies, and partners, dedicated to the protection of regional peace and stability through the adaptation of novel and collaborative training methods, ensuring readiness against a wide range of threats. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training U.S. Army Special Forces Soldiers assigned to the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) jump from a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, during a high-altitude, high-opening (HAHO) proficiency jump training event in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. During a series of HAHO jumps, a combined team of U.S. and ROK special operations forces conducted extensive ground training and orientation, graduated build-ups to altitudes of 20,000 ft above sea level, and used oxygen and assisted breathing equipment to compensate for the hypoxic environment. The ability to conduct a HAHO jump under these extreme conditions amplifies the types of missions and infiltration options SOF can support. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training A Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command Soldier assigned to the 1st Special Forces Brigade demonstrates hand signals during a high-altitude, high-opening proficiency jump in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The ROK maintains a lasting relationship with U.S. special operations and conventional force counterparts, enhancing their ability to deter aggression and respond to a crisis if ever called upon by their nations’ leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Faces are blurred for safety reasons. Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training U.S. Air Force Capt. Brendan King, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules pilot, flies a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during high-altitude, high-opening proficiency jump training in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The training event built proficiency in military freefall and infiltration techniques that could enable special operations forces (SOF) peculiar missions if called upon by the two nations’ senior leaders. SOF personnel and their readiness enable a holistic, integrated deterrence posture against belligerent aggression in the region and in defense of the ROK and U.S. homelands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training U.S. Army Special Forces Soldiers assigned to the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), jump from a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron, during a high-altitude, high-opening (HAHO) proficiency jump training event in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. U.S. Special Forces personnel, also known as Green Berets, regularly conduct HAHO jumps with full combat gear to maintain their proficiency and ability to support a variety of special operations tasks senior leaders may call upon them to conduct. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training U.S. Air Force Senior Airman John Shobg, 36th Airlift Squadron C-130J Super Hercules loadmaster, exchange patches with a Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command Master Sergeant, prior to a high-altitude, high-opening proficiency jump training event for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The ROK maintains a lasting relationship with U.S. special operations and conventional force counterparts, enhancing their ability to deter aggression and respond to a crisis if ever called upon by their nations’ leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training A 36th Airlift Squadron patch is displayed on the uniform of a Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command Soldier from the 1st Special Forces Brigade, during high-altitude, high-opening proficiency jump training in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The training event built proficiency in military freefall and infiltration techniques that could enable special operations forces (SOF) peculiar missions if called upon by the two nations’ senior leaders. SOF personnel and their readiness enable a holistic, integrated deterrence posture against belligerent aggression in the region and in defense of the ROK and U.S. homelands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download Kunsan, Yokota Air Bases collaborate, enable U.S., ROK SOF high-altitude, high-opening jump training Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command Soldiers from the 1st Special Forces Brigade board on a C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 24, 2024. The personnel and aircraft partook in a regular high-altitude, high-opening, military freefall proficiency jump training intended to build proficiency in the use of oxygen breathing systems during exercise Freedom Flag 24-1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download U.S. Army Green Berets assigned to the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne) and Republic of Korea Special Warfare Command Soldiers assigned to the 1st Special Forces Brigade, conducted high-altitude, high-opening, or HAHO, jump training with the 36th Airlift Squadron out of Yokota Air Base, in preparation for Freedom Flag 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base. FF 24-1 is an advanced, large-scale tactical exercise between the U.S., allies, and partners, dedicated to the protection of regional peace and stability through the adaptation of novel and collaborative training methods, ensuring readiness against a wide range of threats. During a series of HAHO jumps, a combined team of U.S. and ROK special operations forces conducted extensive ground training and orientation, graduated build-up jumps to altitudes of 20,000 ft above sea level, and used oxygen and assisted breathing equipment to compensate for the hypoxic environment. Green Berets, regularly conduct HAHO jumps with full combat gear to maintain their proficiency and ability to support a variety of tasks senior leaders may call upon them to conduct. The HAHO training event built proficiency in military freefall and infiltration techniques that could enable SOF peculiar missions, if called upon. SOF personnel and their readiness enable a holistic, integrated deterrence posture against belligerent aggression in the region and in defense of the ROK and U.S. homelands.