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Mustang of the Week: SSgt Kieara Obama

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kieara Obama, 51st Fighter Wing advanced programs office logistics manager, inspects a deployable debrief facility at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 5, 2025. As the logistics manager that coordinates use of the DDFs, Obama has enabled combat air power generation since joining the APO gaining her recognition as Mustang of the Week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)
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Mustang of the Week: SSgt Kieara Obama

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kieara Obama, 51st Fighter Wing advanced programs office logistics manager, poses for a photo in front of a deployable debrief facility at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 5, 2025. A DDF is a transportable shelter that mobilizes with a flying unit ensuring pilots are able to deliver secure pre and post flight briefings, preserving combat air power generation capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)
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Mustang of the Week: SSgt Kieara Obama

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kieara Obama, 51st Fighter Wing advanced programs office logistics manager, enters her workcenter at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 5, 2025. Obama was recognized as Mustang of the Week for her outstanding contributions to the APO mission. She also has arranged four professional development events for new non-commissioned officers across Osan. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)
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Mustang of the Week: SSgt Kieara Obama

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Kieara Obama, 51st Fighter Wing advanced programs office logistics manager, locks a deployable debrief facility at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 5, 2025. Part of the APO mission is to manage special access programs designed to control access, distribution, and protection of sensitive and classified information. Obama has quickly adapted and contributed to this mission since joining the APO team in October. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)
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A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron soars in the air space above Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, as it departs for Malaysia in support of Cope Taufan 23, Sept. 18, 2023. CTFN23 is a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored bilateral routine training event conducted in Malaysia with the Royal Malaysian Air Force. PACAF has collaborated with RMAF since early the 1980s and has continued to strengthen ties, demonstrating the U.S. commitment to peace and stability in the pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)
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More Airpower: ICT Certification Elevates 51st Fighter Wing’s Mission

Airmen assigned to the 36th Fighter Generation Squadron take accountability of their tools after an ICT at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2025. Due to the increased risk of operating while the aircraft’s engine is running, an increased level of caution and checks must be adopted. By conducting rigorous training and adhering to professionalism the risks can be mitigated. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)
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More Airpower: ICT Certification Elevates 51st Fighter Wing’s Mission

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Patrick Aranda, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, left, Staff Sgt. Sydney Starkey, 36th FGS weapons load crew chief, secures an AIM-9X Sidewinder from an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2025. They were performing an Integrated Combat Turnaround certification which required members of the 36th FGS to remove munitions from an F-16 and replace those munitions while the aircraft’s engine was running and refueling was taking place. This certification allows them to rearm and return F-16s back into the fight significantly faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)
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More Airpower: ICT Certification Elevates 51st Fighter Wing’s Mission

Airmen assigned to the 36th Fighter Generation Squadron mount an AIM-120 to an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2025. These Airmen were performing an Integrated Combat Turnaround certification which required members of the 36th FGS to remove munitions from an F-16 and replace those munitions while the aircraft’s engine was running and refueling was taking place. This certification allows them to rearm and return F-16s back into the fight roughly 30 minutes faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)
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More Airpower: ICT Certification Elevates 51st Fighter Wing’s Mission

Airmen assigned to the 36th Fighter Generation Squadron prepare to mount an AIM-9X Sidewinder to an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2025. These Airmen were performing an Integrated Combat Turnaround certification which required members of the 36th FGS to remove munitions from an F-16 and replace those munitions while the aircraft’s engine was running and refueling was taking place. This certification allows them to rearm and return F-16s back into the fight significantly faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)
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More Airpower: ICT Certification Elevates 51st Fighter Wing’s Mission

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Katelyn Paba, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, secures an AIM-9X Sidewinder from an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2025. Paba was performing an Integrated Combat Turnaround certification which required members of the 36th FGS to remove munitions from an F-16 and replace those munitions while the aircraft’s engine was running and refueling was taking place. This certification allows them to rearm and return F-16s back into the fight significantly faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)
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More Airpower: ICT Certification Elevates 51st Fighter Wing’s Mission

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Malik Van Diver, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew chief, begins to remove an AIM-9X Sidewinder from an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2025. Van Diver was performing an Integrated Combat Turnaround certification which required members of the 36th FGS to remove munitions from an F-16 and replace those munitions while the aircraft’s engine was running and refueling was taking place. This certification allows them to rearm and return F-16s back into the fight significantly faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)
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More Airpower: ICT Certification Elevates 51st Fighter Wing’s Mission

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Malik Van Diver, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew chief, begins to remove an AIM-9X Sidewinder from an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2025. Van Diver performed an Integrated Combat Turnaround certification which required members of the 36th FGS to remove munitions from an F-16 and replace those munitions while the aircraft’s engine was running, and refueling was taking place. This certification allows them to rearm and return F-16s back into the fight significantly faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)
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More Airpower: ICT Certification Elevates 51st Fighter Wing’s Mission

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Kristopher Pearce, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 14, 2025. Airmen from the 36th Fighter Generation Squadron conducted an Integrated Combat Turnaround certification on an F-16. This certification allows them to rearm and return F-16s back into the fight significantly faster. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jason W. Cochran)
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A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron soars in the air space above Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, as it departs for Malaysia in support of Cope Taufan 23, Sept. 18, 2023. CTFN23 is a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored bilateral routine training event conducted in Malaysia with the Royal Malaysian Air Force. PACAF has collaborated with RMAF since early the 1980s and has continued to strengthen ties, demonstrating the U.S. commitment to peace and stability in the pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kelsea J. Caballero)
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36th FS hosts change of command 2024

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Eric Foster, 36th Fighter Squadron commander, gives his first speech to his squadron during a change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 24, 2024. Foster will lead the 36th FS in train to tactics and enable combat operations for the air interdiction, suppression of enemy air defenses, defensive counter air and close air support missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Tam)
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36th FS hosts change of command 2024

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Eric Foster, right, accepts command of the 36th Fighter Squadron from Col. Kathryn Gaetke, 51st Operations Group commander, left, during a change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 24, 2024. Prior to taking command, Foster served as the 51st Operational Support Squadron director of operations for Osan AB, ROK. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Tam)
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36th FS hosts change of command 2024

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Cory Farrer, right, relinquishes command of the 36th Fighter Squadron to Col. Kathryn Gaetke, 51st Operations Group commander, left, during a change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 24, 2024. Farrer will move on to serve as the 52nd Operations Group deputy commander at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany. A change of command ceremony marks a smooth leadership transition, essential for preserving unit cohesion within the 51st Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Tam)
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36th FS hosts change of command 2024

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Eric Foster, 36th Fighter Squadron commander, renders his first salute to Airmen from the 36th FS during a change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 24, 2024. The 36th FS is a combat ready squadron with the capability to conduct air interdiction, close air support and counter-air missions in both day and night conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Christopher Tam)
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51 FW trains lethality at Misawa AB during Ninja Mustang

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Stafford, 25th Fighter Squadron A-10C Thunderbolt II pilot, taxis a runway during the Ninja Mustang training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 7, 2024. During the event, 51st Fighter Wing pilots trained with realistic enemy targeting systems to simulate combat scenarios, enhancing their operational readiness for real-world contingency operations. Ninja Mustang is a training event where members of the 51st FW integrate with other units throughout the pacific theater, to develop the lethality and coordination of the U.S. Air Force and its allies in the pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chase Verzaal)
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51 FW trains lethality at Misawa AB during Ninja Mustang

U.S. Air Force Capt. Jacob Stafford, 25th Fighter Squadron A-10C Thunderbolt II pilot, taxis a runway during the Ninja Mustang training event at Misawa Air Base, Japan, March 7, 2024. During the event, the 25th, 36th and 13th Fighter Squadrons partnered to utilize the operational capabilities of the 51st FW after relocating to other bases within the pacific. Ninja Mustang is a training event where members of the 51st FW integrate with other units throughout the pacific theater, to develop the lethality and coordination of the U.S. Air Force and its allies in the pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chase Verzaal)
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