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Osan commander takes to the skies for CSARTE 25-2

U.S. Air Force Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, taxis onto the flightline during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise (CSARTE 25-2) at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2025. The intent of CSARTE 25-2 is to sharpen combined, joint U.S. and ROK air force combat search and rescue capabilities by improving pilot proficiency, refining joint planning, enhancing interoperability, and facilitating pilot upgrades through realistic CSAR mission sets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrea Posey)

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Osan commander takes to the skies for CSARTE 25-2

U.S. Air Force Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, climbs into the cockpit of an A-10 Thunderbolt II during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise (CSARTE 25-2) at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 utilized a robust regional CSAR network to leverage assets and expertise of all ranks from across the Indo-Pacific to ensure comprehensive personnel recovery capabilities and maintain readiness for a range of combined joint operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrea Posey)

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Osan commander takes to the skies for CSARTE 25-2

U.S. Air Force Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, reviews his preflight checklist before a flight during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise (CSARTE 25-2) at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 utilized a robust regional CSAR network to leverage assets and expertise of all ranks from across the Indo-Pacific to ensure comprehensive personnel recovery capabilities and maintain readiness for a range of combined joint operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrea Posey)

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Osan commander takes to the skies for CSARTE 25-2

U.S. Air Force Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, takes off during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise (CSARTE 25-2) at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 integrated assets and personnel from the 51st FW, the 18th Wing, Kadena Air Base, elements of the Republic of Korea Air Force, as well as U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps members demonstrating the commitment to leveraging the full spectrum of available resources and joint expertise from all ranks for personnel recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrea Posey)

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Osan commander takes to the skies for CSARTE 25-2

U.S. Air Force Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, taxis onto the flightline during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise (CSARTE 25-2) at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 integrated assets and personnel from the 51st FW, the 18th Wing, Kadena Air Base, elements of the Republic of Korea Air Force, as well as U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps members demonstrating the commitment to leveraging the full spectrum of available resources and joint expertise from all ranks for personnel recovery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrea Posey)

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Osan commander takes to the skies for CSARTE 25-2

U.S. Air Force Col. William McKibban, 51st Fighter Wing commander, shakes hands with Senior Airman Sergio Lopez, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, before a flight during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise (CSARTE 25-2) at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 utilized a robust regional CSAR network to leverage assets and expertise of all ranks from across the Indo-Pacific to ensure comprehensive personnel recovery capabilities and maintain readiness for a range of combined joint operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Andrea Posey)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Antoine Arnaud, 25th Fighter Squadron A-10 Thunderbolt II pilot, conducts pre-flight procedures during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 25-2 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 7, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 is a key opportunity to refine joint tactics, techniques, and procedures incorporating personnel and assets from across the Indo-Pacific to ensure comprehensive personnel recovery capabilities and maintain readiness for a range of combined joint operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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U.S. Air Force Captain Seth Partyka, 33rd Rescue Squadron pilot, prepares to fly during Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 25-2 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 7, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 incorporates the unique capabilities of aircraft from the 51st Fighter Wing and the 18th WG, including HH-60W Jolly Green IIs assigned to the 33rd RQS, to simulate a variety of CSAR scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Antoine Arnaud, 25th Fighter Squadron A-10 Thunderbolt II pilot, conducts pre-flight procedures during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 25-2 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 7, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 is a key opportunity to refine joint tactics, techniques, and procedures, incorporating personnel and assets from the 51st Fighter Wing and 18th Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Antoine Arnaud, 25th Fighter Squadron A-10 Thunderbolt II pilot, dons his flight helmet during the Combat Search and Rescue Training Exercise 25-2 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 7, 2025. CSARTE 25-2 incorporates the unique capabilities of the A-10 aircraft from the 51st Fighter Wing along with aircraft from the 18th WG and ROKAF to simulate a variety of CSAR scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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51 CES hosts joint and combined RADR training ahead of exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron, roll and flatten freshly poured asphalt to repair a simulated crater at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 3, 2025. The efforts were part of a day-long instructional and hands-on rapid airfield damage repair training to educate and prepare participants for the upcoming joint and combined IRON RADR exercise hosted by the 51st CES. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)

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51 CES hosts joint and combined RADR training ahead of exercise

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron mix asphalt during a joint and combined rapid airfield damage repair training at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April. 3, 2025. During the day-long instructional and hands-on training, service members assigned to the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and ROKAF learned processes, techniques, and strategies used to swiftly repair multiple large craters in an airfield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)

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51 CES hosts joint and combined RADR training ahead of exercise

Service members assigned to the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and Republic of Korea Air Force level freshly poured asphalt while rapidly repairing a simulated crater at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 3, 2025. The repairs were part of an instructional and hands-on rapid airfield damage repair training. RADR is a quick process used to repair various structural damages on an airfield in less time, swiftly restoring combat airpower generation at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)

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51 CES hosts joint and combined RADR training ahead of exercise

Service members assigned to the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and Republic of Korea Air Force participate in an all-day rapid airfield damage repair training ahead of the upcoming joint and combined IRON RADR exercise at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 3, 2025. The RADR mission encompasses advanced pavement repair techniques and strategies that support airfield operations in degraded and contingency conditions, allowing swift restoration of combat airpower generation capabilities no matter the warfighting landscape. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)

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51 CES hosts joint and combined RADR training ahead of exercise

U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Thomas Meyer, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron pavements and equipment operator, conducts a rapid airfield damage repair instructional training ahead of the upcoming joint and combined IRON RADR exercise at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 3, 2025. The class was open to engineers assigned to 51st CES, ROKAF, and U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 11th Engineering Battalion from Camp Humphreys. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)

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51 CES hosts joint and combined RADR training ahead of exercise

Republic of Korea civil engineers attend a rapid airfield damage repair familiarization training hosted by the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 3, 2025. The day-long training allowed U.S. Airmen and Soldiers and ROKAF engineers assigned to the Korean peninsula to learn the RADR process and gain hands-on experience with using heavy equipment to accomplish each step of the RADR mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)

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51 CES hosts joint and combined RADR training ahead of exercise

Service members assigned to the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, and Republic of Korea Air Force participate in a rapid airfield damage repair familiarization training ahead of the upcoming joint and combined IRON RADR exercise at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 3, 2025. RADR is a rapid process for repairing structural damage on airfields, quickly restoring combat airpower generation when needed. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)

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Planting trees, growing partnerships

A U.S. Airman assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing high-fives students of a local school after helping them plant trees during the 80th Arbor Day event in Pyeongtaek, Republic of Korea, March 31, 2025. Approximately 820 people from 30 organizations, including 51st FW personnel attended the event. The organizations that participated included local schools, the Korean Red Cross, civic leaders and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)

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Planting trees, growing partnerships

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing help students of a local school plant trees during the 80th Arbor Day event in Pyeongtaek, Republic of Korea, March 31, 2025. Approximately 820 people from 30 organizations, including 51st FW personnel attended the event. The organizations that participated included local schools, the Korean Red Cross, civic leaders and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)

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Planting trees, growing partnerships

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing plant trees during the 80th Arbor Day event in Pyeongtaek, Republic of Korea, March 31, 2025. Every year, local civic leaders invite the 51st FW to attend the Arbor Day event, an invitation which is always accepted. This year, approximately 12,000 trees were planted. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)

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