ROKAF cadets gain insight of mission at Kunsan AB

Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadets watch a display of fire engine capabilities during a tour at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. The visit provided an opportunity for the cadets to engage with U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps service members while showcasing the teamwork and readiness that strengthen our combined defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)

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ROKAF cadets gain insight of mission at Kunsan AB

U.S. Air Force Col. John “Wolf” DeLion, 8th Fighter Wing commander, gives remarks during a briefing as part of a Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadet tour at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. ROKAF Academy cadets were invited to Kunsan AB to gain insight on the mission, interoperability and joint capabilities between the U.S. and ROK alliance and to tour base facilities and assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)

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ROKAF cadets gain insight of mission at Kunsan AB

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing and Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadets gather for a group photo during a tour at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. Cadets visited the Wolf Pack to explore joint capabilities, mission readiness and interoperability alongside U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps service members, reinforcing the enduring strength of the U.S.-ROK Alliance and the future of our partnership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)

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Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadets watch a fire engine ladder demonstration during a tour at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. ROKAF Academy cadets were invited to Kunsan AB to gain insight on the mission, interoperability and joint capabilities between the U.S. and ROK alliance and to tour base facilities and assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)

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U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Patrick Serrano, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, gives a tour of the firehouse engine bay to Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadets at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. During the tour the cadets gained a deeper understanding of the mission, capabilities and interoperability that define the U.S.-ROK Alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)

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Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadets examine a ROKAF F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the ROKAF 35th Fighter Group during a tour of Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. ROKAF Academy cadets were invited to Kunsan AB to gain insight on the mission, interoperability and joint capabilities between the U.S. and ROK alliance and to tour base facilities and assets. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)

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ROKAF cadets gain insight of mission at Kunsan AB

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Ben Courter, Marine Unmanned Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 3 MQ-9 Reaper pilot, answers questions about the aircraft from a Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadet during a tour at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. The tour reinforced the U.S.- ROK alliance, showing future ROKAF leaders the combined readiness and integrated defense capabilities that are vital to regional stability. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)

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U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Aaron San Miguel, Marine Unmanned Vehicle Squadron (VMU) 3 MQ-9 Reaper pilot, and Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadets converse during a tour at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. The visit provided an opportunity to engage with U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps service members while showcasing the teamwork and readiness that strengthen our combined defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)

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ROKAF cadets gain insight of mission at Kunsan AB

Published Aug. 4, 2026
By Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Republic of Korea Air Force Academy cadets watch a display of fire engine capabilities during a tour at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, July 30, 2026. The visit provided an opportunity for the cadets to engage with U.S. Air Force and U.S. Marine Corps service members while showcasing the teamwork and readiness that strengthen our combined defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)