Osan AB Elephant Walk
Osan AB Elephant Walk photo art.
Osan Air Base is a United States Air Force base located in the city of Pyeongtaek, South Korea. It is approximately 64 kilometers (40 miles) south of the capital city, Seoul. The base is home to the 51st Fighter Wing, which provides support for the USAF’s air superiority mission in the Pacific region. The wing operates a variety of aircraft, including the F-16 Fighting Falcon, A-10 Thunderbolt II, and U-2 Dragon Lady. (Photo art includes Osan and Kunsan Air Bases aircraft).
An “Elephant Walk” is a US Air Force term for the taxiing of military aircraft right before takeoff, when they are in close formation. Often, it takes place right before a minimum interval takeoff. The term elephant walk dates to World War II when large fleets of allied bombers would conduct attacks in missions containing 1,000 aircraft. Those who observed this said that the taxiing of these large numbers of aircraft to take off in single file in nose-to-tail formations said that they looked like elephants walking to the next watering hole. Over time, it was incorporated into the lexicon of the United States Air Force to identify a “maximum sortie surge”.
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In addition to its military mission, Osan Air Base serves as an important hub for U.S.-South Korean relations. The base hosts numerous joint exercises and training events, as well as providing support for the United States Forces Korea and the United Nations Command. Osan Air Base has a long and storied history, dating back to the Korean War. During the conflict, the base served as a key logistical hub for U.S. and South Korean forces. Today, it continues to play a vital role in maintaining stability and security in the Asia-Pacific region.
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