In this Pacific in 60 newsbreak: In Thailand, service members from the United States, Thailand, and partners from 30 countries gather for the opening ceremony of the 45th iteration of exercise Cobra Gold. In the Philippine Sea, U.S. Marines conduct F-35 Night Flight Operations while aboard the forward deployed amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli. Finally, in the Republic of Korea, 2nd Infantry Division conducts a live fire exercise at Rodriguez Live Fire Complex.
Mario Thorps is a postal operation specialist assigned to the Joint Military Mail Terminal located at Incheon Airport, in South Korea. Mario Thorps informs the public about the approaching holiday mail-in deadlines on Nov. 27th, 2023.
Chief Master Sgt. David Wolfe, PACAF command chief, spoke to Airmen about their role in the Pacific theater and how they defend the homeland, deter aggression, and reinforce allies and partners in the complex and ever-changing Indo-Pacific region through their daily activities.
Gen. Ken Wilsbach, Pacific Air Forces commander visits Osan Air base on October 20, 2023, to draw focus on Osan's purpose and highlight the base's support of PACAF desired outcomes. and support partners and friends in the intricate and dynamic Indo-Pacific region with their day-to-day operations.
Seventh Air Force hosts the 607th Air Operations Center change of command ceremony at Osan Air Base, South Korea, June 23, 2023. Col. Jason Hokaj, previously served as the commander for the 607th AOC passing it along to Col. Matthew Gaetke, incoming 51st Operations Group commander. In a change of command ceremony, the guidon symbolizes the transfer of command and the authority and responsibility associated with it. (U.S. Air Force photo...