Osan students increase safety awareness through contest

In an effort to increase safety consciousness for Osan American High School and Middle School students, 51st Fighter Wing Safety office oversaw a safety-themed essay and poster contest in June. The contest was in relation to the Critical Days of Summer, the largest and longest running U.S. Air Force

694th ISS activated in support of 480th ISR Wing

The 694th Intelligence Support Squadron was activated in a ceremony here June 4. The squadron is part of the 694th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group and was one of three squadrons to be activated under the 480th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing at Langley Air

Voter’s week at Osan begins June 28

Armed Forces and Overseas Citizen Voter's Week is June 28 through July 7. Below are some frequently asked questions regarding how to vote while in an overseas location. Who should be concerned? All active-duty personnel, civilians, contractors and dependents at Osan.What is it? The Department of

Airman Spotlight: Staff Sgt. Aimee Roth

Unit: 51 FW/HCJob title: NCOIC, Chapel ReadinessJob description and its impact on the overall mission: Manages chapel readiness and asset administration. Procures supplies and services to support chapel-base ministry. Provides active duty members and their families with the opportunity to exercise

VORTAC decommissioned

Osan NCO to join Thunderbirds team

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds can be seen at air shows across the globe, performing precision aerial stunts and demonstrating the capabilities of the F-16 Fighting Falcon. Before any of them take to the air, a team of more than 130 enlisted Airmen in 25 different career fields ensure each of the

51st MXS/MOS wins 2010 intramural volleyball championship

The 2010 intramural volleyball season here concluded May 27 as the 51st Maintenance Squadron and Maintenance Operations Squadron team defeated the 51st Comptroller Squadron and wing staff agency team 27-25, 21-25, 15-10, in a thrilling championship game.The win capped an impressive 11-1 regular

Osan colonel receives presidential honors in Zambia

U.S. Air Force Col. Keith Andrews was awarded the President's Medal of Gallantry during an Africa Freedom Day ceremony in Lusaka, Zambia, May 25 for his act of heroism saving two young Zambian women from likely death in the Zambezi River at Victoria Falls, Zambia.Zambian President Rupiah Banda

SECDEF Statement on 'Don't Ask Don't Tell' Legislation Message

As you may know, earlier this week Congress began legislative action to change the "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy regarding homosexuality in the armed services. Given the complicated political debate surrounding this issue, I thought it important for you to hear what this means for you, the men and

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