Japan, and Republic of Korea and U.S. air forces conduct trilateral defensive counter-air training

18 June 2025

From U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Public Affairs

PACIFIC OCEAN — Fighter aircraft from Japan, the Republic of Korea and the U.S. conducted trilateral flight training June 18, in the Indo-Pacific.

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A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron, takes off for a trilateral defensive counter-air training at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 18, 2025. This trilateral training marks the second of 2025 and the continuation of long-standing defense cooperation among the three nations, continuing to provide the ability to immediately respond to regional security challenges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Rome Bowermaster)

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Two Japan Air Self Defense Force F-2 fighters, two Republic of Korea F-15K Slam Eagle aircraft and four U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcons engaged in defensive counter-air training. This flight refined combined tactics, techniques and procedures.

This trilateral training marks the second trilateral flight of 2025 and the continuation of long-standing defense cooperation among the three nations, continuing to provide the ability to immediately respond to regional security challenges.

These trilateral exercises reinforce our strong and continually developing relationship, building our collective capability. Our increasing shared experience fosters trust, strengthens cooperation, and reinforces the collective commitment to maintaining security and stability in the Indo-Pacific.