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    Airman Dorm Leaders: Maintaining Morale

    When it comes to maintaining infrastructure built between the 1950’s to 2011, the Airman Dorm Leaders at Kunsan Air Base are ensuring dorms are safe, secure and up to Air Force standards while also raising the morale of their residents.
  • U.S. Air Force Military Working Dog Largo waits for a command from his handler at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 10, 2019. In addition to detection and patrol work, handlers are continuously working with their MWDs on obedience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    Wolf Pack MWDs protect, detect, deter

    Base defense is an essential part of the Wolf Pack’s mission; with more than 2,500 Airmen, Soldiers and civilians, and billions of dollars in equipment, ensuring the safety and security of Kunsan Air Base is a priority for the 8th Security Forces Squadron.
  • A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron takes off for routine flying at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19, 2019. The 80th FS “Juvats” perform air and space control roles including counter air, strategic attack, interdiction and close-air support missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    PRESS RELEASE: Kunsan safely resumes operations after F-16 aircraft incident

    The 8th Fighter Wing resumed flying operations on Dec. 4, after conducting a 24-hour runway closure to verify it was safe for the use of all personnel and assets.
  • U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing taxi down the flightline at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19, 2019. The 8th FW is home to two fighter squadrons, the 35th Fight Squadron “Pantons” and 80th FS “Juvats.” They perform air and space control roles including counter air, strategic attack, interdiction and close-air support missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    PRESS RELEASE: Kunsan Air Base runway reopened

    The 8th Fighter Wing commander reopened the installation runway at approximately 3:00 p.m. today for all military and civilian flying operations.
  • A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Squadron taxis down the flightline at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19, 2019. The 35th FS “Pantons” perform air and space control roles including counter air, strategic attack, interdiction and close-air support missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    PRESS RELEASE: F-16 Aircraft Incident on Kunsan Air Base

    While performing a routine landing, a U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot ejected from his aircraft at approximately 3:30 p.m. today near the Kunsan Air Base runway.
  • A U.S. Air Force maintainer assigned to the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Unit conducts a pre-flight inspection at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19, 2019. The 8th Maintenance Group is responsible for daily flying and maintenance operations, intermediate level aircraft maintenance, component repair and maintenance training for the wing's assigned aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    Wolf Pack, Tigers take to the sky

    The 8th Fighter Wing and 38th Fighter Group took to skies to conduct routine flying at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19.
  • A U.S. Air Force firefighter assigned to the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron exits an aircraft fire trainer during a live fire simulation at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 20, 2019. Live fire training ensures active duty firefighters are prepared for emergencies on the installation while also maintaining readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    8th CES Red Devils conduct fire training

    The 8th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department conducted live fire training at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 20.
  • U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ken Wilsbach, 7th Air Force commander, speaks with 8th Fighter Wing first-term Airmen during a base visit at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 7, 2019. Wilsbach spoke with Airmen about quality of life, the future of the Air Force and the innovative nature of Airmen in today’s force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    7th AF commander trains with the Wolf Pack

    Lt. Gen. Ken Wilsbach, 7th Air Force commander, visited the 8th Fighter Wing at Kunsan Air Base for an in-depth look at the innovative ways Wolf Pack Airmen are impacting the Pacific theater, Nov. 8, 2019.
  • Members of the 25th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, lift a bomb during the 2019 Penn Fest competition at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 19. 2019, The 25th AMU finished loading their aircraft the quickest and won the load crew competition overall. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Edwards)

    25th AMU blows away competition at 2019 Penn Fest

    The 8th Maintenance Group hosted the 2019 Penn Fest, Oct. 19, and brought together five aircraft maintenance units, and their respective aircraft, from across the Republic of Korea. This year, Penn Fest gave several AMUs the chance to see who had the best air force load crew in the ROK.
  • U.S. Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. Pacific Air Forces commander, arrives at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, for a base tour, Oct. 18, 2019. The PACAF commander spoke with Airmen during his visit and emphasized the importance of the role Wolf Pack Airmen play in ensuring regional security in conjunction with our Republic of Korea Air Force partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    Wolf 46 returns as PACAF commander

    Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander, visited Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 18, for an in-depth look at the 8th Fighter Wing mission and to provide Wolf Pack Airmen insight into the future of PACAF.
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  • 191211-F-TU389-0005.JPG

    Airman Dorm Leaders: Maintaining Morale

    When it comes to maintaining infrastructure built between the 1950’s to 2011, the Airman Dorm Leaders at Kunsan Air Base are ensuring dorms are safe, secure and up to Air Force standards while also raising the morale of their residents.
  • U.S. Air Force Military Working Dog Largo waits for a command from his handler at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 10, 2019. In addition to detection and patrol work, handlers are continuously working with their MWDs on obedience. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    Wolf Pack MWDs protect, detect, deter

    Base defense is an essential part of the Wolf Pack’s mission; with more than 2,500 Airmen, Soldiers and civilians, and billions of dollars in equipment, ensuring the safety and security of Kunsan Air Base is a priority for the 8th Security Forces Squadron.
  • A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron takes off for routine flying at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19, 2019. The 80th FS “Juvats” perform air and space control roles including counter air, strategic attack, interdiction and close-air support missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    PRESS RELEASE: Kunsan safely resumes operations after F-16 aircraft incident

    The 8th Fighter Wing resumed flying operations on Dec. 4, after conducting a 24-hour runway closure to verify it was safe for the use of all personnel and assets.
  • U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing taxi down the flightline at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19, 2019. The 8th FW is home to two fighter squadrons, the 35th Fight Squadron “Pantons” and 80th FS “Juvats.” They perform air and space control roles including counter air, strategic attack, interdiction and close-air support missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    PRESS RELEASE: Kunsan Air Base runway reopened

    The 8th Fighter Wing commander reopened the installation runway at approximately 3:00 p.m. today for all military and civilian flying operations.
  • A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 35th Fighter Squadron taxis down the flightline at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19, 2019. The 35th FS “Pantons” perform air and space control roles including counter air, strategic attack, interdiction and close-air support missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    PRESS RELEASE: F-16 Aircraft Incident on Kunsan Air Base

    While performing a routine landing, a U.S. F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot ejected from his aircraft at approximately 3:30 p.m. today near the Kunsan Air Base runway.
  • A U.S. Air Force maintainer assigned to the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Unit conducts a pre-flight inspection at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19, 2019. The 8th Maintenance Group is responsible for daily flying and maintenance operations, intermediate level aircraft maintenance, component repair and maintenance training for the wing's assigned aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    Wolf Pack, Tigers take to the sky

    The 8th Fighter Wing and 38th Fighter Group took to skies to conduct routine flying at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 19.
  • A U.S. Air Force firefighter assigned to the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron exits an aircraft fire trainer during a live fire simulation at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 20, 2019. Live fire training ensures active duty firefighters are prepared for emergencies on the installation while also maintaining readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    8th CES Red Devils conduct fire training

    The 8th Civil Engineer Squadron fire department conducted live fire training at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 20.
  • U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Ken Wilsbach, 7th Air Force commander, speaks with 8th Fighter Wing first-term Airmen during a base visit at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 7, 2019. Wilsbach spoke with Airmen about quality of life, the future of the Air Force and the innovative nature of Airmen in today’s force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    7th AF commander trains with the Wolf Pack

    Lt. Gen. Ken Wilsbach, 7th Air Force commander, visited the 8th Fighter Wing at Kunsan Air Base for an in-depth look at the innovative ways Wolf Pack Airmen are impacting the Pacific theater, Nov. 8, 2019.
  • Members of the 25th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, lift a bomb during the 2019 Penn Fest competition at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 19. 2019, The 25th AMU finished loading their aircraft the quickest and won the load crew competition overall. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joshua Edwards)

    25th AMU blows away competition at 2019 Penn Fest

    The 8th Maintenance Group hosted the 2019 Penn Fest, Oct. 19, and brought together five aircraft maintenance units, and their respective aircraft, from across the Republic of Korea. This year, Penn Fest gave several AMUs the chance to see who had the best air force load crew in the ROK.
  • U.S. Air Force Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. Pacific Air Forces commander, arrives at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, for a base tour, Oct. 18, 2019. The PACAF commander spoke with Airmen during his visit and emphasized the importance of the role Wolf Pack Airmen play in ensuring regional security in conjunction with our Republic of Korea Air Force partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    Wolf 46 returns as PACAF commander

    Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., Pacific Air Forces commander, visited Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 18, for an in-depth look at the 8th Fighter Wing mission and to provide Wolf Pack Airmen insight into the future of PACAF.
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