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OSAN AIR BASE NEWS

  • Air Force releases major, captain reduction-in-force board results

    Commanders Air Force-wide were notified Oct. 24 of the results of the Calendar Year 2011 Reduction-in-Force Board held at the Air Force Personnel Center here in September.The CY11 RIF board, which considered captains and majors in the Line of the Air Force competitive category, is part of the Air

  • Osan fire chief receives prestigious Korean award

    A member of Osan's fire department was awarded the 49th Annual Korean National Fire Fighter's Day Gyeonggi Province Governor Award during a ceremony Nov. 4, 2011.Chief Master Sgt. Reco Houston, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron fire chief, won this year's award and is the first member of Osan to receive

  • Postal service sets holiday mail deadlines

    With the holidays rapidly approaching the Osan Air Base postal office offers service members a few helpful reminders this holiday season.Packages are limited to 70 pounds, and size is limited to a total of 130 inches in length and width. Cost of each package is based on weight and destination.

  • Osan, ROK showcase capabilities at Air Power Day

    More than 40,000 visitors looked toward the sky and witnessed aerial acts from across the globe at the 2011 Air Power Day at Osan Air Base Oct. 29 and 30.Headlining Air Power Day was the Republic of Korea Air Force's official aerial demonstration team the Black Eagles. Their overwhelming force and

  • Safety Bongo raises awareness around base

    A new wing safety vehicle dubbed the "Safety Bongo" has made an appearance this fall as part of a new wing safety campaign.This bright yellow vehicle, with yellow and black caution stripe trim, will serve as the new trademark of the safety office. It will be used as a reminder to all Airmen to

  • There is no room for sexual assaults in the Air Force

    "Sexual assault is absolutely inconsistent with our core values and has no place in our Air Force; in a deployed context, at home or anywhere in between," said Michael B. Donley, Secretary of the Air Force.The words of Secretary Donley are very accurate, but unfortunately the behavior of some

  • EME responders ready at a moment’s notice

    During an Emergency Management Exercise, Osan responders reacted to a simulated CH-47 that collided with a C-130 static display during an air show Oct. 21, 2011. The EME tested the preparedness of Osan responders as they were evaluated on four major areas which are notification, response, withdrawal

  • New tools for the war against waste

    The Air Force has some new ammunition in the war against waste thanks to Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment officials launching the third edition of the Win the War Against Waste tool kit recently. Win the War Against Waste is an outreach campaign developed to support the Air

  • Airman Spotlight: Airman 1st Class Gloria Moctezuma

    Unit: 51st Security Forces Squadron Job title: Entry Controller and Quick Reaction Team Member Job description and its impact on the overall mission: To provide front line security to all base resources and personnel and maintain readiness as a Wing first responder. I ensure the rest of the Wing has

  • Osan, Kunsan Airmen join forces to raise money for cause

    While many Airmen during the winter are trying to find ways to stay warm a select few will be training and preparing for the March 20, 2012 Seoul Marathon.The marathon is the largest fundraiser for the Knights of Heroes Foundation, which raises money for a camp held annually in Colorado. The camp