Travis C-5 delivers first MRAPs to Korea

7th AF commander holds press conference regarding off-base incident

The 7th Air Force commander held a press conference July 8, 2012, regarding an incident between Osan Air Base's Town Patrol and Korean citizens in the Songtan entertainment district."I want to express my regret and offer a sincere apology to the individuals affected by the actions of a small group

NDI: The doctors of maintenance

Remaining in good health is important not just for the Airmen but also for the jets stationed at Osan Air Base - neither are strangers to long days and a high operations tempo.And just as medical staff perform health check-ups, the 20 Airmen of the 51st Maintenance Squadron Non-destructive

Osan Airman embraces "Art of Eight Limbs"

Participating in a combative sport widely referred to as the "Art of Eight Limbs" might seem intimidating.Senior Airman James Turner, on the other hand, embraces a fighting technique using combinations of punches, kicks, elbows and knee strikes to subdue an opponent. Muay Thai kickboxing is a sport

Liberty Fest celebrates America's 236th

Team Osan gathered on the flightline during Liberty Fest, July 4, 2012, to celebrate America's 236th anniversary as a nation. Several Korean entertainers - a percussion band, string and flute trio, a dance troupe, and the folk group - performed during the Liberty Fest activities. The six-hour event

Team Osan celebrates Independence Day with fireworks

Team Osan watches fireworks on the flightline, July 4, 2012, at the end of Independence Day celebrations. The 51st Force Support Squadron hosted Liberty Fest to celebrate the federal holiday that celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of the Independence on July 4, 1776. Live music, prizes and

Aircraft parts store supplies components to put jets in air

The 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron Aircraft Parts Store is not widely known throughout Osan, but they provide key items for the base's flying mission. With millions of dollars worth of spare parts and thousands of pieces to account for, the parts store provides components critical to the

Airman Spotlight: Staff Sgt. Michael Moore

Unit: 51st Maintenance Operations Squadron Job title: 51 MXG/MOS VCNCO/Emergency Manager/Airfield Driving Program Manager/ Self Inspection MonitorJob description and its impact on the overall mission: Oversees four squadron vehicle control Accounts/199 vehicles valued at over $2M, coordinates fleet

Innovative Airmen cut cost

While the Department of Defense faces tightening budgets and fiscal restraints, one local Airman is developing innovative ways to save money and accomplish the mission.Staff Sgt. Lucas Morrow, a broadcaster with American Forces Network-Osan, uses recycled items, a small budget and big ideas to

Liberty Fest set to light up Osan's skies

The 51st Force Support Squadron will host "Liberty Fest" on the Osan Air Base operations ramp from 4 to 10 p.m., July 4.The free event is open to all members of Team Osan and offers entertainment by local bands traditional Korean performances, static displays, demonstrations and a fireworks