US and ROKAF participate in a joint large force exercise

Airmen from the 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron conduct a final check on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a large formation exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 31, 2013. More than 30 F-16 Fighting Falcon pilots participated in the exercise, which featured numerous scenarios designed to test and hone their skills and abilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

US and ROKAF participate in a joint large force exercise

Senior Airman Cody Newell, 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, marshals an aircraft for a final check before take-off during a large formation exercise at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 31, 2013. The exercise helped foster communication and the sharing of tactics and procedures between the U.S. and ROK air forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

FOAL Eagle Friendship Jump

Soldiers from the Republic of Korea army 7th Special Forces Brigade, 35th Special Forces Battalion parachute out of a MC-130P Combat Shadow from Kadena Air Base, Japan as part of the annual FOAL Eagle exercise near Iksan, Republic of Korea, April 4, 2013. FOAL Eagle provides valuable bilateral military training to the participating service members and prepares them for any potential scenario that may arise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

FOAL Eagle Friendship Jump

Soldiers from the Republic of Korea army 7th Special Forces Brigade, 35th Special Forces Battalion quickly mobilize after landing in a field near Iksan, Republic of Korea, April 4, 2013, during an annual FOAL EAGLE exercise. This exercise demonstrates alliance commitment to the defense of the ROK through combined and joint training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

FOAL Eagle Friendship Jump

Soldiers from the Republic of Korea army 7th Special Forces Brigade, 35th Special Forces Battalion parachute out of a MC-130P Combat Shadow from Kadena Air Base, Japan as part of the annual FOAL Eagle exercise near Iksan, Republic of Korea, April 4, 2013. FOAL Eagle is a joint forces exercise spanning ground, air, naval, expeditionary and special operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

FOAL Eagle Friendship Jump

Republic of Korea army 7th Special Forces Brigade, 35th Special Forces Battalion soldiers do a final operations check on gear before they enter a MC-130P Combat Shadow from Kadena Air Base, Japan for jump training at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 4, 2013. This was an annual FOAL Eagle exercise designed to enhance readiness and the ability to respond to any potential contingency that might arise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

FOAL Eagle Friendship Jump

U. S. Army Master Sgt. Scott Brumbaugh, 3rd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group, from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., practices jump procedures before a training mission at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 4, 2013. This training exercise was part of a friendship jump between the ROK army 7th Special Forces Brigade, 35th Special Forces Battalion, and U.S. Army 3rd Battalion 1st Special Forces Group showcasing their combined commitment to the defense of the Republic of Korea. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Wolf Pack accepts follow-on forces during Beverly Bearcat 13-01

Staff Sgt. Kristie Stefinsky, 8th Force Support Squadron personnel deployment reception function member, briefs follow on forces role-players regarding emergency procedures during exercise Beverly Bearcat 13-01 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2013. More than 70 8th Fighter Wing role-players received briefings on base facilities and conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Fowler/Released)

Wolf Pack accepts follow-on forces during Beverly Bearcat 13-01

Tech. Sgt. Judell Haug and Staff Sgt. Brandon Andrews, 8th Force Support Squadron personnel deployment reception function members, take identification cards from 8th Fighter Wing role-players during exercise Beverly Bearcat 13-01 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2013. The 8th FSS PDRF members were inspected on their ability to properly process inbound personnel to the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Fowler/Released)

Weapons bring firepower to ORI

Tech. Sgt. Michael Schocker, 8th Fighter Wing public affairs, interviews Col. David Van Der Veer, Pacific Air Forces inspector general, from Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii, during the Operational Readiness Inspection at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2013. The ORI evaluated the wing’s ability to maintain standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Weapons bring firepower to ORI

Staff Sgt. Gregory Harrison, 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, ensures a missile is attached to an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an Operational Readiness Inspection at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2013. The inspection covered both the Airmen’s ability to survive, operate, and support mission capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Weapons bring firepower to ORI

Staff Sgt. Gregory Harrison, left, and Airman 1st Class Jonathan Mahlan, middle, 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, guide a missile onto an F-16 Fighting Falcon during an Operational Readiness Inspection at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2013. The ORI is tested the wing’s readiness and adherence to standards. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Bearcat 13-1 kicks off at Kunsan

8th Security Forces Squadron Airmen disperse into their Humvees during an Operational Readiness Inspection at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2013. The ORI evaluates the Airmen’s initial response, employment, mission support and their ability to survive and operate in a hostile environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Bearcat 13-1 kicks off at Kunsan

1st Lt. Jonathan Read, 8th Security Forces Squadron, briefs his flight on duty locations during an Operational Readiness Inspection at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 8, 2013. ORIs are conducted to evaluate and measure the ability of a unit to perform its mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Midnight 13-2 tests Wolf Pack all hours

Airman 1st Class Roosevelt Cooper, left, Airman Steven Schulze, middle, and Staff Sgt. Chana Lawlor, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron, check the Airmen’s Manual for how to move a person with a leg fracture during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 19, 2013. The scenario tested the 8th LRS’s ability to respond to and treat injured personnel following a ground attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Midnight 13-2 tests Wolf Pack all hours

Airman 1st Class Roosevelt Cooper, and Airman Steven Schulze, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron, splints a role player’s simulated leg fracture during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 19, 2013. The scenario tested the 8th LRS’s ability to respond to and treat injured personnel following a ground attack. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Midnight 13-2 tests Wolf Pack all hours

Tech. Sgt. Tremayne Glover, right, 8th Medical Operations Squadron moulage artist, creates a simulated leg fracture during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March19, 2013. Glover made the simulated wounds as realistic as possible to ensure personnel responded more accurately while treating them. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Midnight 13-2 tests Wolf Pack all hours

Airmen from the 35th Fighter Squadron relocate to a new operating facility after a simulated mortar strike damaged their building during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 19, 2013. The scenario tested the members’ ability to work from a different location while maintaining oversight of the mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Midnight 13-2 tests Wolf Pack all hours

Senior Airman Stephen Shannon, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron, helps Staff Sgt. Hezekiah Barrett, 8th Medical Operations Squadron, remove contaminated Mission Oriented Protective Posture gear during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 19, 2013. After finding contamination on his teammate, Shannon alerted emergency personnel and helped Barrett remove the gear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Midnight 13-2 tests Wolf Pack all hours

Senior Airman Stephen Shannon, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron, sponges a a bleach solution over his gloves to decontaminate himself during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Mar. 19, 2013. Shannon followed procedures to decontaminate himself and a teammate after a simulated chemical attack contaminated their Mission Oriented Protective Posture gear. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Midnight 13-2 tests Wolf Pack all hours

Staff Sgt. Gregory Stethem, right, 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, assists Capt. Ruben Amezaga, 35th Fighter Squadron, during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 19, 2013. Beverly Midnight 13-2 was a joint exercise involving US and ROK air forces and evaluated their ability to respond to various scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Marcus Morris/Released)

Beverly Midnight 13-2 tests Wolf Pack all hours

Staff Sgt. Gregory Harrison, 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, secures a bomb to a stand during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 19, 2013. The Airmen prepared an F-16 Fighting Falcon for the first set of take-offs for the exercise, which assessed the readiness level of the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Marcus Morris/Released)

Wolf Pack takes on injuries, UXOs during Beverly Midnight 13-2

8th Security Forces Squadron members respond to an incident during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 19, 2013. The defenders noticed two injured personnel and stopped to provide aid, care and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Fowler/Released)

Wolf Pack takes on injuries, UXOs during Beverly Midnight 13-2

Staff Sgt. Eric Murphy, 8th Security Forces Squadron, treats the head wound of Staff Sgt. Michael O’Brien, 8th Fighter Wing role-player, during exercise Beverly Midnight 13-2 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 19, 2013. The simulated injury adds a sense of realism to the training scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jonathan Fowler/Released)