Buddy Squadron 25-2 Kicks Off at Cheongju Air Base

The 152nd Fighter Squadron from the 17th Fighter Wing hosts aircraft and personnel from the 36th Fighter Squadron as Buddy Squadron 25-5 kicks off at Cheongju Air Base, ROK, Sept 8, 2025.

Mustang of the Week: Staff Sgt. Jose Medina

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jose Medina, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron electrical systems craftsman, was recognized as this week’s Mustang of the Week for his leadership, technical expertise and dedication to keeping Osan’s airfield mission-ready.

U.S., ROK strengthen joint criminal investigation capabilities

Teams from the U.S. Air Force Office of Special Investigations and ROK Air Force Investigative Agency conducted a joint crime scene investigation training Aug. 25-26, 2025. This marked the first iteration of hands-on training geared toward building cohesive investigative teams and improving mutual

Sharpening the edge during Ulchi Freedom Shield 25

Airmen from the 51st Fighter Wing and 11th Air Task Force, alongside Republic of Korea air force partners displayed speed, flexibility and combat readiness during exercise Ulchi Freedom Shield 25, held Aug. 17–28.The training showcased flying operations and also proved that the 11th ATF is a combat

Premier US Air Force Fighter Wing enhanced Fight Tonight posture during Ulchi Freedom Shield 25

As the most forward deployed, permanently based Fighter Wing in the U.S. Air Force, the 51st Fighter Wing continues to carry out its core missions to defend the base, execute contingency operations and sustain the force during exercise Ulchi Freedom Shield 25.미 공군 중 가장 전방에 배치된 상설 전투비행단인 제 51 전투비행단은

51st CES Airmen demonstrate Rapid Airfield Damage Repair during Ulchi Freedom Shield 25

Team Osan drills anti-drone defense during Ulchi Freedom Shield 25

U.S., ROK Airmen exercise combined base defense

36th FS generates airpower during Ulchi Freedom Shield 25

51FW kicks off exercise operations, celebrates 77 years of service

On this day 77 years ago, the 51st Fighter Wing was activated at Naha Air Base, Okinawa, Japan. Since then, the 51st FW has provided combat ready airpower in the Pacific theater. Today, the 51st FW continuing in that proud heritage began its involvement in Exercise Ulchi Freedom Shield 25.