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  • Channeling their inspiration from the 51st Fighter Group’s World War II era and the P-51 Mustang aircraft heritage, the 51st Fighter Wing embraced the Greek mythology themed, winged Pegasus firing machine guns in flight. On the original emblem, words "Deftly and Swiftly," were below the shield as the wing's motto. For today's emblem, the words are replaced with the 51st Fighter Wing’s "Leading the Charge" slogan and was approved on June 1, 1993. It has since remained unchanged. (Courtesy asset)

    Stampeding mustangs continue rich tradition

    In the heartland of Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, a group of Mustangs are ‘Leading The Charge’ from Osan Air Base. These wild horses aren’t your typical galloping, long-haired stallions, but rather, they are the prideful men and women of the 51st Fighter Wing. During WWII, the 51st Operations Group (originally the 51st Pursuit Group) flew out of Naha Air Base, Japan. After becoming a separate branch, the United States Air Force soon switched to a designation system that linked the new wings with WWII predecessors. When a wing was activated at Naha, the USAF, in trying to establish its own history and traditions, linked the new 51st Fighter Interceptor Wing to the WWII unit, 51st Fighter Group, which operated out of Naha Air Base in WWII.
  • UNC Honor Guard moves a transfer case

    United Nations Command honors fallen Korean War heroes

    A rare, solemn silence lingers over a normally bustling flightline. The stillness of the runway temporarily fades as a vehicle slowly bypasses spectators rendering salutes and clutching their hands over their hearts, awaiting troops returning from combat. Coming to a halt, the automobile unveils six service members, but instead of walking out to fanfare for a heroes’ welcome, these members were transported by pallbearers in a United Nations Command flag wrapped casket and recognized for their ultimate sacrifice: dying from the Korean War in the wake of the conflict’s 70th Anniversary.
  • DAYTON, Ohio -- Lockheed F-80C at the National Museum of the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo)

    Finding Family History through Service

    Every Airman has a different experience during their tour in the Republic of Korea. Many see the assignment as a hardship and others find the opportunity to make great memories.
  • The U-2 touches down on the runway, completing a successful flight.

    2,000 and Climbing: 5RS Commander Hits Milestone

    5RS Commander, Lt. Col Georgescu completes 2,000 hours aboard the U-2 Dragon Lady. This achievement was solidified and celebrated with friends, family, and 5RS crew that's kept him flying that long.
  • Osan Airmen will experience enhanced quality of living conditions throughout the duration of the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron’s Dorm Divestment project. The plan’s initial three-year iteration will allow more Airmen to move off base, replace old infrastructure with newer dormitories, and a larger child development center. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Denise M. Jenson)

    Osan installation management improves quality of living

    Osan Airmen will experience enhanced quality of living conditions throughout the duration of the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron’s Dorm Divestment project. 대한민국 오산공군기지 – 51 시설대대의 독신자 숙소 투자철회 사업이 진행됨에 따라 오산공군기지 장병들의 삶의 환경이 질적으로 향상될 예정이다.
  • U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Kelly Hannum, 51st Mission Support Group deputy commander, dons an Explosive Ordnance Disposal 10 Bomb Suit, May 18, 2020, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Despite his setback of Tourette syndrome, which is a nervous system disorder involving repetitive movements or unwanted sounds, his condition didn’t prevent his ability to neutralize bombs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Greg Nash)

    Tourette’s poses no setback for EOD Airman

    Tuning out the pounding of his own heartbeat, nerves tense as a young Air Force explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) officer disarms bombs in some of Southwest Asia’s most dangerous warzones. A sudden increased heart rate and blood flow kicks in as adrenaline rush reverberates through his body. Internally, things are chaotic, but the madness is masked by the man’s calm, humorous demeanor, which is a key character trait to his life-saving tactics. Despite his setback of Tourette syndrome, which is a nervous system disorder involving repetitive movements or unwanted sounds, his physical tics didn’t prevent his ability to neutralize bombs from ‘tick-tick-booming.’ It takes patience, finesse, and skill to make a career out of defusing bombs, and for Lt. Col. Kelly Hannum, doing so while coping with Tourette’s has been no small feat.
  • Osan quarantine packing list. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Benjamin Bugenig)

    Osan Inbound/PCS Information

    With PCS’s starting to flow in and out of Osan, there a few important things our inbound personnel need to be aware of so they can be prepared. All inbounds will quarantine for 14-days on base. Inbound members need to initiate contact with their receiving unit as soon as possible so Osan can start planning accordingly. A mandatory packing list as well as additionally preparation information, including quarantine sustainment, will be provided by the unit to the inbound member.
  • 1st Lt. Chris Worley, 25th Fighter Squadron A-10C Thunderbolt II pilot, prepares for takeoff April 22, 2020, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Amid the COVID-19 global pandemic, the 25th FS follows the United States Forces-Korea’s health protection control measures to preserve their mission capabilities while maintaining a high state of readiness to protect the ROK. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Greg Nash)

    Certain Victory: A-10 pilots persevere through COVID-19

    The will to win has been an unmatched factor for one squadron since their early World War II days. Whether flying over the Himalayan mountains into the foothills of China in the 1940’s, or staying mission ready today as the Korean Peninsula’s premier close air support fighter squadron, the 25th Fighter Squadron ‘Assam Draggins’ carry on a legacy that epitomizes their Korean motto, ‘Pil Sung’ – Certain Victory. Now, the Sons of Pil Sung look to add another victory in the win column as they persevere amid the COVID-19 global pandemic. Although COVID-19 mitigation measures have impacted many things, it has not stopped the 25th FS from being ready to “Fight Tonight.”
  • Medics from the 51st Medical Group watch as U.S. Army Private First Class Cheyenne Evans, 188th Military Police Company, Camp Walker, Republic of Korea, reunites with her newborn, baby McFall, prior to an aeromedical evacuation mission, March 30, 2020, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea.

    Twin infants evacuated amidst COVID-19 crisis

    Parker and Laine McFall were born February 17 at 30 weeks in Daegu’s Yeungnam Medical University Medical Center during the COVID-19 outbreak. They were medically cleared and protected from COVID-19, then transported to Osan AB for a follow-on flight to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, culminating in care at Maryland’s Walter Reed National Military Medical Center for advanced neonatal patients.
  • Capturing the moment: From one start to a new beginning

    Capturing the moment: From one start to a new beginning

    Throughout time, photographers are responsible for capturing images that are burned into the fabric of history. From the images of the infamous Iwo Jima flag raising to wreaths placed at Arlington Cemetery. Photographers are there to capture history.For U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. James Miller, capturing the perfect photo that will be remembered is
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