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Senior Airman Morisse Daniels, 8th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations supervisor, measures the width of a taxiway during Freedom Flag 25-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2025. Measuring the taxiway allows airfield management to determine if incoming and outgoing aircraft have wing tip clearance, ensuring a safe operating environment for aircraft participating in FF 25-1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karissa Dick)

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Senior Airman Morisse Daniels, 8th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations supervisor, performs an approach lighting check during Freedom Flag 25-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2025. During low-ceiling weather, airfield management ensures airfield equipment operates smoothly to safeguard our Airmen and aircraft, ensuring exercise operations continue. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karissa Dick)

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Senior Airman Morisse Daniels, 8th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations supervisor, enters information into a flight data terminal for Freedom Flag 25-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2025. FF 25-1 develops critical thinking, rapid decision making and complex mission execution skills for U.S. and Republic of Korea forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karissa Dick)

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Senior Airman Morisse Daniels, 8th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations supervisor, relays approach lighting operability during Freedom Flag 25-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2025. During FF 25-1, airfield management has provided support through airfield inspections, airfield arresting system checks, approach lighting checks, planning and coordinating airfield scheduling and parking. Airfield management’s work ensures Airmen can focus on the realistic, combined and joint training occurring during FF 25-1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karissa Dick)

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Senior Airman Morisse Daniels, 8th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations supervisor, evaluates runway conditions during Freedom Flag 25-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2025. FF 25-1 replicates RED FLAG scenarios, providing high-intensity, realistic training that enables Airmen to remain mission ready. The 8th OSS is also known as the “Wizards” at Kunsan.(U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karissa Dick)

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Senior Airman Morisse Daniels, 8th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations supervisor, relays information on a radio to the airfield management operations center during Freedom Flag 25-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2025. Airfield management ensures the safe, secure and efficient operation of an airfield during regular and exercise operations, such as FF 25-1. The 8th OSS is also known as the “Wizards” at Kunsan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karissa Dick)

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Senior Airman Morisse Daniels, 8th Operations Support Squadron airfield management operations supervisor, enters information into a flight data terminal during Freedom Flag 25-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2025. This FDT system allows operators to submit flight plans for flights originating from Kunsan during FF 25-1. FF 25-1 is an advanced, large-scale exercise between the U.S. and Republic of Korea forces that enhances readiness through realistic, combined and joint training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karissa Dick)

Kunsan Airfield Management “Wizards” bring the magic to Freedom Flag 25-1

Published April 23, 2025
By Senior Airman Karissa Dick
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --

Airfield management continues to ensure the safe, secure and efficient operation of the airfield during Freedom Flag 25-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 21- May 2.

FF 25-1 is an advanced, large-scale exercise between the U.S. and Republic of Korea forces aimed to enhance readiness.