PACAF F-16s join ROKAF F-15Ks for live close air support training U.S. Air Force Logo Dec. 17, 2024 7AF F-16s join ROKAF F-15Ks for live close air support training Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron fly to meet Republic of Korea Air Force aircraft and practice live munitions drops at Pilsung Range, ROK, Dec. 16, 2024. U.S. and ROK forces regularly train together to support peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula through strengthened bilateral ties and operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download 7AF F-16s join ROKAF F-15Ks for live close air support training Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron fly over the Korean Peninsula prior to conducting bilateral training with Republic of Korea fighter aircraft, Dec. 16, 2024. Training between the two countries functions to strengthen joint operational readiness and deter potential adversary aggression. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download 7AF F-16s join ROKAF F-15Ks for live close air support training Three Republic of Korea Air Force F-15K Slam Eagle aircraft, and two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft fly in formation prior to conducting live munitions training in Pilsung Range, ROK, Dec. 16, 2024. During the training event, two F-15Ks employed two GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munitions, while two F-16s employed Mk-82 general purpose bombs, on separate simulated targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman) Details Download 7AF F-16s join ROKAF F-15Ks for live close air support training A tactical air control party specialist assigned to the 607th Air Support Operations Group communicates with an F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot to clear the aircraft for ordnance release during a training mission at Pilsung Range, Republic of Korea, Dec. 17, 2024. Training with TACPs enables pilots, aircrews, and other ground units to practice communication and coordination procedures, ensuring that everyone is familiar with the standardized protocols and terminology used in close air support operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman) Details Download 7AF F-16s join ROKAF F-15Ks for live close air support training A tactical air control party specialist with the 607th Air Support Operations Group observes the airspace for incoming aircraft while his teammate documents mission critical information on a 9-line briefing sheet during a training exercise at Pilsung Range, Republic of Korea, Dec. 17, 2024. During the training event, two Republic of Korea F-15K Slam Eagle aircraft employed two GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munitions, while two U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft employed Mk-82 general purpose bombs, on separate simulated targets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman) Details Download Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron fly to meet Republic of Korea Air Force aircraft and practice live munitions drops at Pilsung Range, ROK, Dec. 16, 2024. U.S. and ROK forces regularly train together to support peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula through strengthened bilateral ties and operational readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)