36th FS Launches F-16s

U.S. Air Force Maj. David Brady, 36th Fighter Squadron pilot, conducts a pre-flight check on an F-16 Fighting Falcon before take-off at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 30, 2023. Preflight checks ensure aircraft are properly configured for the wide array of training sorties flown within the 51st Fighter Wing to execute the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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36th FS Launches F-16s

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Juan Rafael Mendoza, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, conducts pre-flight checks with Maj. David Brady, 36th Fighter Squadron pilot, on an F-16 Fighting Falcon before take-off at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 30, 2023. The 36th FGS allows the 36th FS to focus on pilot training and development by ensuring the aircraft flown are in top condition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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36th FS Launches F-16s

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Juan Rafael Mendoza, 36th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, directs an F-16 Fighting Falcon before a take-off at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 30, 2023. The 36th FGS ensures the aircraft of the 36th Fighter Squadron are in top condition to supports their pilots and the defensive posture within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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36th FS Launches F-16s

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron prepares to take off at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 30, 2023. The 36th Fighter Squadron allows the 51st Fighter Wing to conduct air interdiction, close air support and counter-air missions in both day and night conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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36th FS Launches F-16s

U.S. Air Force Maj. David Brady, 36th Fighter Squadron pilot, prepares to taxi to the runway at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 30, 2023. The 36th FS conducts multiple flight training missions per day to enhance skills and proficiencies to bolster a defensive posture within the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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36th FS Launches F-16s

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron takes off at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 30, 2023. Flight training missions allow the 36th FS to develop expert warriors focused on the defense of the ROK and regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)

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36th FS Launches F-16s

Published Aug. 31, 2023
By Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier
51st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- U.S. Air Force Maj. David Brady, 36th Fighter Squadron pilot, conducts a pre-flight check on an F-16 Fighting Falcon before take-off at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 30, 2023. Preflight checks ensure aircraft are properly configured for the wide array of training sorties flown within the 51st Fighter Wing to execute the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Trevor Gordnier)