Schwarzenegger: 'You are the true action heroes'

California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger thanked servicemembers and their families during a rally here Sept. 15.On the third leg of an Asian trade tour that took him to Japan, China and Korea, Schwarzenegger also met with Soldiers from California when he arrived at Seoul Air Base Sept. 14. Among them

Airman Spotlight: Senior Airman Russell Bickel

Unit: 5th Reconnaissance SquadronJob title: U-2 ground crew memberJob description and its impact on the overall mission: Performs preflight/postflight inspections, services fuel, hydraulic, pneumatic and liquid oxygen systems. Accomplishes repair actions on various aircraft systems and

Protect your teeth

It's September, and you know what that means.... FOOTBALL! Injury prevention is important if you participate in contact sports or other recreational activities. When it comes to protecting your teeth, a mouthguard is an essential piece of athletic gear. In fact, an athlete is 60 times more likely to

More focus needed to end suicides, Mullen says

A silent killer is rapidly infiltrating the military, claiming lives at an alarming rate each year.It does not discriminate, taking aim at the young and old, male and female -- from the battle-hardened Soldier to the new recruit."It's an area that can't get enough focus right now," said Navy Adm.

Osan holds POW/MIA recognition events

The Osan Air Force Sergeants Association chapter sponsored the National POW/MIA Recognition Day this year, with an entire week of events Sept. 13-17. There were a myriad of demonstrations and events leading up to The National POW/MIA Recognition Day, culminating in a remembrance and memorial tribute

Airman Spotlight: Senior Airman Cameron Hansen

Unit: 51st Maintenance GroupJob title: F-16 squadron lead crew memberJob description and its impact on the overall mission: Responsible for aircraft weapons loading training and certification for F-16 weapons load crews. Evaluates weapons load crew proficiency on fighter wing unit-committed

Friendship festival strengthens relationship between base, community

Members of Team Osan experienced Korean hospitality and engaged in a cultural exchange during the Songtan Chamber of Commerce's 7th annual Korean American Friendship Cultural Festival, Sept. 11 and 12.The two-day event was held in the Shinjang Shopping Mall, just outside the main gate.The themes for

Airman Spotlight: Staff Sgt. Naomi Harper

Unit: 621st Air Control Squadron, Current OperationsJob title: Data systems technicianJob description and its impact on the overall mission: Responsible for Battle Control System-Korea equipment interface supporting command and control across the ROK. Provides technical/operational assistance to the

Making waves at the Defender Pool

Osan recovers from Typhoon Kompasu

Typhoon Kompasu struck here Sept. 1-2, ripping trees from the ground, siding from buildings, spreading debris across the base and more.The men and women of Team Osan not only planned for the storm, but worked day and night to ensure operations were restored and life returned to normal for the Air