1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 51st Munitions Squadron assemble munitions during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition fostered teamwork, communication, and pride, ensuring Airmen are not only technically skilled, but also mentally prepared to perform under real-world pressure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Giovani Garduno, right, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew chief, attaches a wire during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition fostered teamwork, communication, and pride, ensuring Airmen are not only technically skilled, but also mentally prepared to perform under real-world pressure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Logan Taylor, center, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, transports a GBU-38 during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition involved loading munitions onto F-16 Fighting Falcons in timed environments, simulating the urgency of real-world combat operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Munitions Squadron assemble munitions during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. Teams are selected from their squadron based-off the fastest load times with zero discrepancies. The winner will move on to compete against other quarterly winners at the end of the year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Munitions Squadron assemble a GBU-38 during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition prepared Airmen to execute Osan’s “Fight Tonight” mission anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Munitions Squadron assemble munitions during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition is a quarterly and annual event where teams are evaluated on how quickly and efficiently they can build munitions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jesse Jewell, 35th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, organizes tools during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition allowed crew members to sharpen their technical skills and knowledge under pressure, enhancing mission readiness and lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessica Mun)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Damian Soto, 35th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew chief, tightens bolts during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition tested the technical accuracy, adherence to safety protocols, team coordination, and loading time of the weapons load crews as they loaded munitions onto F-16 Fighting Falcons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessica Mun)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Mckenzie Coffey, 35th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, assists her team in loading an AIM 9L/M during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition prepared Airmen to execute Osan’s “Fight Tonight” mission anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessica Mun)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Munitions Squadron pose for a group photo after winning the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition tested the technical accuracy, adherence to safety protocols, team coordination, and loading time of the weapons load crews as they loaded munitions onto F-16 Fighting Falcons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Noah Karakas, left, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, and Staff Sgt. Giovani Garduno, right, 36th FGS weapons load crew chief, tightens bolts together during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition prepared Airmen to execute Osan’s “Fight Tonight” mission anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Sarah Williams)

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1Q Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Shane Marston, 51st Munitions Squadron stockpile crew chief, leads his team to build a GBU-38 during the 1st Quarter Ammo Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April, 9, 2026. The competition allowed crew members to sharpen their technical skills and knowledge under pressure, enhancing mission readiness and lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jessica Mun)

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OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- The 51st Maintenance Group held the 1st Quarter Ammon Bomb Building and Loading Competition at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 9,2026. The competition is a quarterly and annual event where teams are evaluated on how quickly and efficiently they can load munitions to their aircraft.