Aircraft generation kicks off Vigilant Defense 24

F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 36th Fighter Squadron, taxi the runway during Vigilant Defense 24 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 29, 2023. This showed the 51st Fighter Wing’s rapid generation capabilities and response readiness, ensuring that the wing remains ready to “Fight Tonight”. VD24 is a routine training event that tests the military capabilities across the peninsula, allowing combined and joint training at both the operational and tactical levels. Training is conducted throughout the year to generate combat airpower at a moment’s notice, affirming the commitment to the ROK remains ironclad and ensures regional stability throughout the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chase Verzaal)

PHOTO BY: Airman 1st Class Chase Verzaal
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NIKON D810

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70.0-200.0 mm f/2.8

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9

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1/250

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64

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