U.S. Air Force maintainers and pilots assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing are showcased in a video for the Maintenance Professional of the Year award at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 26, 2026. The recognition highlights the critical role maintainers play in generating combat airpower by keeping aircraft safe, reliable and ready to execute the mission at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster) More