A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 51st Fighter Wing checks for simulated opposing forces during a wing operations center “bugout” in support of Freedom Shield 25 at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 11, 2025. This exercise is a defense-oriented exercise including live, virtual, and field-based training that combines alliance forces with bilateral government agencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ashley N. Mikaio)