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Photo Of Capt. Ryan Woodall, 35th Fighter Squadron pilot, reviews the work done on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Beverly Pack 24-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 7, 2024. Training rapid response reflexes and the generation of combat airpower in unfamiliar locations preserves the ability to conduct effective operations in contested environments.

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Wolf Pack validates agile combat readiness across the ROK

Capt. Ryan Woodall, 35th Fighter Squadron pilot, reviews the work done on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during Beverly Pack 24-1 at Gwangju Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 7, 2024.

Photo Of U.S Air Force Senior Airman Adam Goebel, 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron distribution operator, removes fuel from a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 19, 2024. The 51st LRS conducted the first-ever wet-wing defuel operation at Osan AB. The operation allows the 51st Fighter Wing to ‘fight tonight’ by preparing for contingencies that require personnel to get fuel to aircraft.

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51st LRS conducts first-ever 51st FW wet-wing defuel mission at Osan AB

U.S Air Force Senior Airman Adam Goebel, 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron distribution operator, removes fuel from a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 19, 2024.

Photo Of Airman Iyana Ramos, 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft armament systems apprentice, removes debris from a portion of the airfield as part of Beverley Pack 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 8, 2024. Rapid airfield damage repair training reinforces the 8th Fighter Wing’s quick reaction capabilities which may be needed to quickly enter contingency operations.

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RADR training at Kunsan AB hones critical recovery capabilities

Airman Iyana Ramos, 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft armament systems apprentice, removes debris from a portion of the airfield as part of Beverley Pack 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 8, 2024.

Photo Of Airmen pose for a photo during the Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month kickoff at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 3, 2024.

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Wolf Pack kicks off Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

The Wolf Pack held a kick off event for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 3.

Photo Of Tech. Sgt. Amanda Jackson, 8th Operations Support Squadron section chief of weapons and tactics, gives an unclassified intelligence brief at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 2, 2024.

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Intel white cell drives Wolf Pack exercise operations

The readiness experts of the Wolf Pack are no strangers to exercises, and their battle rhythm continued during Beverly Pack 24-1, a readiness exercise designed to hone mission-ready capabilities, May 6-10.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert J. Skinner, Defense Information Systems Agency director, speaks during the 51st Communications Squadron all-call at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 26, 2024. Skinner recognized 14 Airmen with a coin for their contributions to the “Fight Tonight” mission.

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Osan 51st FW hosts DISA DV visit

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Robert J. Skinner, Defense Information Systems Agency director, speaks during the 51st Communications Squadron all-call at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 26, 2024.

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Korea Destinations: Seolri Skywalk in Namhae reopens after extensive refurbishment

Seolri Skywalk in Namhae, Korea’s highest at 38 meters, has reopened after undergoing extensive refurbishment.

Photo Of U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jason Santiagobirriel, a logistics embark specialist with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Korea, is promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant during a promotion ceremony at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, Republic of Korea, May 6th, 2024.

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MARFORK Promotion Ceremony at Camp Humphreys

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Jason Santiagobirriel, a logistics embark specialist with U.S. Marine Corps Forces Korea, is promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant during a promotion ceremony at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, Republic of Korea, May 6th, 2024.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Aron Bunch, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, poses for a photo at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 3, 2024. The 25th FGS is responsible for ensuring the A-10C Thunderbolt IIs assigned to Osan AB are ready to carry out the “Fight Tonight” mission. Bunch has excelled in his career field and was recognized for his mentorship and training skills, contributing to the elevated experience of the Airmen in his shop.

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Osan Mustang of the Week: Senior Airman Aron Bunch

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Aron Bunch, 25th Fighter Generation Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, was recognized as Mustang of the Week at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 3, 2024.

Photo Of Senior Airman Bernard Freeman, 8th Force Support Squadron personnel systems manager, reviews personnel records at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 30, 2024. PSMs serve as specialists in the implementation, maintenance and operation of automated personnel data systems and supply commanders, managers and support staff with personnel-related data and information services.

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Pride of the Pack: Senior Airman Bernard Freeman

Senior Airman Bernard Freeman, 8th Force Support Squadron personnel systems manager, is recognized as Pride of the Pack for the week of April 29 - May 3.

Photo Of Yon Ok Song, 8th Maintenance Group maintenance system specialist, holds a framed certificate awarded to her for her 40 years of service at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea April 3, 2024.

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The Wolf Pack celebrates MXG civilian’s 40 years of service

The Wolf Pack’s ability to remain ready and vigilant, is sustained through the hard work and dedication of civilian Korean partners who play a vital role in enabling the 8th Fighter Wing to be the premier warfighting wing it is today.

Photo Of Staff Sgt. Annie McIntosh, 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron radiology technologist, demonstrates how diagnostic imaging technologies are used in day-to-day operations at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 4, 2024.

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Kunsan radiology technologists provide a closer look through medical imaging

As a technician you press buttons, but as a technologist, you learn the ins and outs of the technology. This is the part of her job that Staff Sgt. Annie McIntosh, 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron radiology technologist, takes pride in.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Thomas Jamison, 51st Civil Engineer Squadron non-commissioned officer in charge of emergency management plans, supports Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month by wearing an Osan Air Base Sexual Assault Prevention and Response patch at Osan AB, Republic of Korea, April 22, 2024. Osan AB supports the SAAPM campaign year-round, ensuring victims have appropriate outlets for care, reporting and advocacy, so Airmen remain able to “Fight Tonight”.

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Osan 51st FW stands strong for SAAPM: Empowering awareness

The 51st Fighter Wing annually recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month and continues to provide 24/7 support to victims, while educating the base populace on available resources and reporting procedures at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 1-30, 2024.

Photo Of U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Marilou Leybel, 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron fleet management and analysis, and Tech. Sgt. Charles Cotton, 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron noncommissioned officer in charge of the fuel service center, prepare a QR code to place on a vehicle at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 1, 2024.

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51st Fighter Wing implements new vehicle fueling QR code system

The 51st Logistics Readiness Squadron has been assisting the base’s vehicle fleet in transitioning from vehicle identification link keys to a new QR code system, marking significant advancements in efficiency and logistics management at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea.

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