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  • F-22 Raptors end deployment to Pacific

    After almost three months in the Pacific, ten F-22s departed here May 10 upon completion of the first overseas deployment for the Air Force's newest air supremacy aircraft. Two aircraft were delayed due to maintenance and are scheduled to depart within a couple of days. The 12 Raptors arrived in

  • Kunsan Airman found dead identified

    An Airman found dead in his dorm room May 8 has been identified.   Tech. Sgt. Michael Cook, 8th Communications Squadron, was found by members of his unit after he failed to report to duty the morning of May 8.   The active-duty non-commissioned officer's death is currently under investigation.

  • 'Combat Shield' helps Wolf Pack reinforce electronic warfare capabilities

    The 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" initiated Combat Shield May 7 as part of the wing's ability to maintain a constant deterrent against North Korean aggression.  Combat Shield, an electronic warfare assessment program hosted by the 53rd Electronic Warfare Group, based at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.,

  • Telling the Air Force story live on radio--Airmen in the Fight!

    Pacific Air Force Airmen are sharing the Air Force story on one of Hawaii's most popular radio stations throughout this month. May is Hawaii Military Appreciation Month and KHVH (AM 830) is featuring the military on radio spots and live interviews with the Air Force leading the other services in

  • Airmen get a 'Head Start' on Korean culture

    In an effort to give Airmen here a better understanding of Koreans and their culture, 7th Air Force is sending Team Osan members to Pyeongtaek University, in Pyeongtaek, Republic of Korea. As part of the 8th Army Head Start Program, Airmen attend classes at the university's foreign department that

  • Kunsan Airman found dead in dormitory

    A technical sergeant with the 8th Communications Squadron was found dead in his dorm room, building 522, May 8.The Airman's name is being withheld pending next of kin notification.Air Force officials are investigating the incident.

  • Commando Sling 07-3 kicks off

    Six F-16 C/D Fighting Falcons from the 51st Fighter Wing, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, recently arrived in Singapore to participate in the third iteration of Exercise Commando Sling which runs today through May 25. An annual series of exercises, Commando Sling began in 1990 to provide combined

  • Team Hickam gears up for Air Mobility Rodeo

    Team Hickam is saddling up for its first Air Mobility Rodeo readiness competition this summer at McChord Air Force Base, Wash. Several squadrons will send their best and brightest to demonstrate Team Hickam's strength in flight and ground operations, including aeromedical evacuation, aircraft