36th FS continues its legacy

They are one of the oldest fighting squadrons in the Air Force with more than 90 years of history. These "Fighting Fiends" have flown 21 different types of aircraft; received 22 unit citations and 24 service and campaign streamers since World War I.The 36th Fighter Squadron originated in Kelly

Osan aircraft to temporarily operate from Suwon Air Base

A contingent of U.S. military aircraft normally stationed at Osan Air Base will temporarily operate from Suwon Air Base for approximately six weeks, starting Aug 1.U-2, F-16 and A-10 aircraft will occupy an area of Suwon Air Base, conducting flying operations in order to maintain regular

Dirty Jobs: Chilling with HVAC

This is the second article in a series focusing on and recognizing the 'Dirty Jobs' done by Airmen of the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron.The workspace is narrow and dark, his hands blackened with soot and oil, sweat rolls down his face stinging his eyes, but he keeps working, he's a heating,

East meets West: South Korean students experience American culture through food

Students from Cheonan High School, recently spent a few hours of their afternoon July 10, trying more than 25 different kinds of American snacks as part of a cultural exchange opportunity.Before the students began the feast they watched a quick video of Korean snacks sent to a high school in

Military leaders meet during 2015 Air Boss Conference

36th AMU claims victory at quarterly competition

The 36th Aircraft Maintenance Unit defeated the 25th AMU in the quarterly weapons loading competition held at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 10, 2015.  The winning team consisted of Staff Sgt. Kevin Vinson and Airmen 1st Class Cody Patterson and Jean Moise-Morel. As part of their monthly

U.S. Embassy brings passports to Team Osan

The base passport office here has reached out to the U.S. Embassy where to provide assistance with attaining tourist passports for U.S. military members and their families on the peninsula.Previously, military members would travel to Seoul, approximately 40 miles from Osan AB, on available days.

No money, no mission

Whether deployed to Afghanistan fighting insurgents, running combat operations against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria or staying constantly vigilant with a fight tonight mindset here on the Korean Peninsula...worrying about your paycheck shouldn't be a concern.But things do happen and when they

Higher learning important for service members

"If you don't invest in education, you're not developing the right type of Airmen over time." -- Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody during an all-call at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, North Carolina. In today's Air Force, more Airmen are pursuing higher education, not only for personal

Dirty Jobs: Getting dusty with the Dirt Boyz

This is the first article in a series focusing on and recognizing the 'Dirty Jobs' done by Airmen of the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron.He's coated in sweat and grime; hardened cement flakes cling to his skin but he doesn't stop, he's an Airman of the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron's pavement and