• South Carolina based unit deploys to Kunsan

    A South Carolina based unit began arriving at the "Wolf Pack" Jan. 15 as part of an Air and Space Expeditionary Force deployment as a measure to maintain a credible deterrent posture and presence in the Pacific region. The 79th Fighter Squadron, one of three flying squadrons of the 20th Fighter

  • Starting the New Year right...being "Fit to Fight"

    A New Year brings new beginnings. People focus on New Years resolutions such as saving money, quitting smoking, losing weight and being physically fit. These are on the top on of many peoples list. For Airmen being "Fit to Fight" is a lifestyle. Regular exercise has been associated with health

  • Pride of the Pack: Technical Sergeant Catherine Lobbestael

    Technical Sgt. Catherine Lobbestael from the 8th Medical Operations Squadron was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing's Pride of the Pack for the week of Jan.11. Each week, the 8th Fighter Wing commander recognizes one member of the Wolf Pack by awarding them with a Pride of the Pack certificate for

  • History of the 80th Fighter Squadron

    The 80th Fighter Squadron was born in the rapid buildup of forces as the United States entered World War II, the Army Air Force stood up the unit as the 80th Pursuit Squadron on Jan. 6, 1942, less than a month after the Pearl Harbor attack. The 80th was activated four days later at Mitchell Field,

  • Gunsan leaders gain insight on 7th Air Force mission

    Civic leaders from Gunsan City received a firsthand look yesterday at how the United States and Republic of Korea Air Forces are working together to maintain peace and stability in the region. The 8th Fighter Wing hosted 15 leaders from the local community including Gunsan City Mayor Dong Shin Moon