Fighter aircraft from Japan and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Pacific, July 11, 2025. Two Japan Air Self Defense Force F-2 fighter aircraft and two ROK Air Force KF-16 Fighting Falcons escorted two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress bombers. The flight continues to demonstrate and train the collective ability to immediately respond to regional security challenges.
The B-52H Stratofortress bombers that participated in the mission are deployed to Anderson Air Force Base, Guam, from their home at Minot Air Force Base, N.D., on a bomber task force deployment as part of the Resolute Force Pacific exercise, which involves more than 300 aircraft.
This is the third trilateral flight of 2025 between the three nations, to include a bomber escort flight in January, while a trilateral flight in June refined defensive counter-air training.
Our steadfast commitment fosters trust, strengthens cooperation, and reinforces the collective will and ability to maintain security and stability in the Indo-Pacific.
Photos: Courtesy ROK AF.