Osan Airmen Respond to Simulated Bomb Threat Exercise

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 51st Force Support Squadron uses his clothing as a marker in response to a simulated bomb threat during Mustang Rodeo at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 11, 2026. The exercise provided an opportunity for units across the installation to refine procedures and improve interoperability during emergency situations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Osan Airmen Respond to Simulated Bomb Threat Exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. John Taylor, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron non commissioned officer in charge of equipment, operates a Man Transportable Robotic System Increment II during a simulated bomb threat exercise during Mustang Rodeo at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 11, 2026. The training scenario brought together security forces, fire emergency services and explosive ordnance disposal personnel to rehearse emergency response operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Osan Airmen Respond to Simulated Bomb Threat Exercise

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Wade Kirwan, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron non commissioned officer in charge of training, performs explosive ordinance and disposal methods in response to a simulated bomb threat during Mustang Rodeo at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 11, 2026. The scenario tested the ability of responding agencies to rapidly coordinate and execute emergency response procedures during a notional incident. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res
Osan Airmen Respond to Simulated Bomb Threat Exercise

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Carl Ditty, 51st Fighter Wing Inspector General exercise superintendent, documents a simulated bomb threat during Mustang Rodeo at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 11, 2026. Wing Inspection Team members observed the exercise to evaluate response procedures and ensure participating agencies executed required actions throughout the scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

Photo Details / Download Hi-Res

Osan Airmen Respond to Simulated Bomb Threat Exercise

Published May 12, 2026
By Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster
51st Fighter Wing

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --

U.S. Airmen respond to a simulated bomb threat scenario during the Mustang Rodeo exercise at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 11, 2026. The exercise involved the 51st Security Forces Squadron and the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron responding to a simulated threat at the base post office to evaluate emergency response coordination and installation readiness. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)