Osan’s first joint, combined IRON RADR exercise improves airfield restoration capabilities

The 51st Civil Engineer Squadron hosted the first complex, joint and combined IRON RADR exercise at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 3, 2025. The exercise allowed U.S. and ROK forces to create and utilize expedient shelters while completing rapid airfield damage repairs under simulated air

51 CES hosts joint and combined RADR training ahead of exercise

The 51st Civil Engineer Squadron hosted a joint and combined rapid airfield damage repair and large crater repair training class ahead of an upcoming joint and combined IRON RADR exercise at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April. 3, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Kahdija Slaughter)

From wandering to witnessing: USAF Chaplain devotes himself to service

One wouldn't expect a preacher to be apprehensive in his faith. However, U.S. Air Force Capt. Bermsoo Kim, 51st Fighter Wing chaplain, was filled with doubt about his purpose and relationship with God throughout his youth, despite attending church his entire life.

25th FS, ROKAF train together during Buddy Squadron 25-4

Joint operational capabilities are the bedrock of defense within the Korean Peninsula. The Buddy Squadron program is a tradition unique to the ROKAF and U.S. Air Force that provides an opportunity for pilots from the two forces to exchange and practice flying concepts and tactics. It also deepens

Stronger Together: U.S. and ROKAF conduct bilateral training

7th Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force 11th Fighter Wing assets conduct bilateral training at Pilsung Range in Gangwon Province, Republic of Korea, Jan. 15, 2025. The assets, including the A-10 Thunderbolt II, F-15K Slam Eagle and tactical air control party specialists, completed the first

25th FS sends assets to Wonju for Buddy Squadron 25-4

Camaraderie through sports: Osan AB intel communities host sports day

U.S. Air Force members assigned to Osan Air Base and Republic of Korea Air Force members participate in a semi-annual intel sports day at Osan AB, ROK, Nov. 15, 2024. The members unified to make four teams to participate in five sporting events throughout the afternoon including volleyball,

Strengthening Ties: 51st MXG hosts ROKAF Immersion Tour

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea – For the first time in six years, the 51st Maintenance Group hosted a maintenance immersion tour with Republic of Korea Air Force Airmen to showcase Osan’s maintenance and logistics capabilities at Osan Air Base, ROK, Oct. 21-23, 2024.

Legacy of partnership: 25th FS hosts Buddy Squadron 25-1

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea – The 25th Fighter Squadron hosted two units from the Republic of Korea Air Force 8th Fighter Wing for Buddy Squadron 25-1 at Osan Air Base, ROK, Oct. 15-17, 2024.

CSAF, CMSAF visit Korea to engage allies and Airmen

U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin met with Republic of Korea Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Lee, Youngsu at the ROKAF Headquarters in Gyeryongdae, Oct. 17, as part of a weeklong visit to the region.The Air Chiefs discussed the current strategic environment and ways their two services