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F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron launch from Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea during Buddy Squadron 25-5, Sept. 9, 2025. The bilateral exercise strengthens integration between the U.S. Air Force and ROK Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron take flight during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, September 9, 2025. The exercise allows both forces to fly together, exchange tactics, techniques, and procedures, and strengthen relationships that enhance overall interoperability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron take flight during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, September 9, 2025. By sharing knowledge with ROK Air Force counterparts, the U.S.Air Force is able to practice coming up with effective mission planning to cooperate more efficiently. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron take flight during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, September 9, 2025. Buddy Squadron is a unique recurring bilateral exercise held several times a year across the Korean Peninsula that strengthens integration between the U.S. Air Force and ROK Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron take flight during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, September 9, 2025. Each iteration is hosted in turn by both forces, and this time the ROK Air Force welcomed the 36th FS to Cheongju Air Base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the Republic of Korea Air Force 152nd Fighter Squadron and an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron fly over the Korean Peninsula during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, ROK, Sept. 11, 2025. Exercises like Buddy Squadron not only show camaraderie between forces, but also the commitment of both nations to maintaining peace and stability in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the Republic of Korea Air Force 152nd Fighter Squadron fly in formation over the Korean Peninsula during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, ROK, Sept. 11, 2025. This iteration is unique as it marks an opportunity for the 36th FS to train and conduct combined flying missions alongside ROKAF F-35As. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the Republic of Korea Air Force 152nd Fighter Squadron and F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron fly in formation over the Korean Peninsula during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, ROK, Sept. 11, 2025. Exercises like Buddy Squadron not only show camaraderie between forces, but also the commitment of both nations to maintaining peace and stability in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the Republic of Korea Air Force 152nd Fighter Squadron and F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron fly in formation over the Korean Peninsula during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, ROK, Sept. 11, 2025. The bilateral exercise strengthens integration between the U.S. Air Force and ROKAF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the Republic of Korea Air Force 152nd Fighter Squadron and F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron fly in formation over the Korean Peninsula during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, ROK, Sept. 11, 2025. The bilateral exercise strengthens integration between the U.S. Air Force and ROKAF. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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Members of the 36th Fighter Squadron and Republic of Korea Air Force’s 152nd Fighter Squadron pose for a group photo in front of ROKAF F-35A during Buddy Squadron 25-5 at Cheongju Air Base, ROK, Sept. 11, 2025. Being ready to Fight Tonight is ensuring that ROK and U.S. forces can train and trust each other ensuring mission success when called into action. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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Osan's Fiends and ROKAF's 152nd Fighter Squadron take flight during Buddy Squadron 25-5

Published Sept. 15, 2025
By Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten
51st Fighter Wing

CHEONGJU AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron launch from Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea during Buddy Squadron 25-5, Sept. 9, 2025. The bilateral exercise strengthens integration between the U.S. Air Force and ROK Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Dustin Braaten)

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