8TH OPERATIONS GROUP

The 8th Operations Group is the backbone of the 8th Fighter Wing, providing the aircrews who fly the wing's F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft. The 8th OG is comprised of the 35th Fighter Squadron, 80th Fighter Squadron and the 8th Operations Support Squadron.

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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

U.S. Air Force Capt. Brian Stueckle, 80th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, and Airman 1st Class Zakkee Conwell, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron crew chief, give the Juvats 'Crush Em' gesture during Buddy Squadron 24-4 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 26, 2024. Pilots integrated with ROK Air Force pilots to develop new tactics and techniques to better defend the peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas Clark, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron F-16 crew chief, waits to launch an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft during Buddy Squadron 24-4 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 26, 2024. Buddy Squadron events are regularly held at different bases around the Korean peninsula to give pilots from both countries a chance to learn with and from each other while strengthening shared tactics, techniques and procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

Two F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, taxi down the flightline during Buddy Squadron 24-4 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 25, 2024. These training events reinforce the 8th Fighter Wing’s ability to deliver mission capable F-16s from anywhere on the Korean peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

An F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, lands at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 25, 2024. The 80th FS traveled to Cheongju AB to participate in Buddy Squadron 24-4. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

An F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, takes off at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 25, 2024. The 80th FS traveled to Cheongju AB to participate in Buddy Squadron 24-4. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

Four F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, taxi down the flightline for take off as part of Buddy Squadron 24-4 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 25, 2024. These training events reinforce the 8th Fighter Wing’s ability to deliver mission capable F-16s from anywhere on the Korean peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

U.S. Air Force Capt. Josh Leonard, 80th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, prepares to fly an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft during Buddy Squadron 24-4 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 25, 2024. Pilots integrated with ROK Air Force pilots to develop new tactics and techniques to better defend the peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

U.S. Air Force Capt. Josh Leonard, 80th Fighter Squadron F-16 pilot, checks forms before flying an F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 25, 2024. Pilots integrated with ROK Air Force pilots to develop new tactics and techniques to better defend the peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

U.S. Air Force F-16 pilots, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, step toward their jets during Buddy Squadron 24-4 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 25, 2024. Pilots integrated with ROK Air Force pilots to develop new tactics and techniques to better defend the peninsula. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Buddy Squadron 24-4: Increasing interoperability, defending the Pen

Five F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, are parked on the flightline during Buddy Squadron 24-4 at Cheongju Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 24, 2024. Buddy Squadron events are regularly held at different bases around the Korean peninsula to give pilots from both countries a chance to learn with and from each other while strengthening shared tactics, techniques and procedures. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Ross)
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Suited to Fly: How AFE equips pilots for the air

Senior Airman Alejandro Buentello, 8th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, prepares a life preserver unit at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 21, 2024. AFE specialists’ main priority is to ensure flyers have the appropriate and functional equipment needed when flying on an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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Suited to Fly: How AFE equips pilots for the air

Senior Airman Alejandro Buentello, 8th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, inspects a recovery parachute at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 21, 2024. AFE specialists not only fulfill their responsibilities to support aircrew in successful flight operations but also prioritizes preventative maintenance for potential malfunctions that may occur during a flight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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Suited to Fly: How AFE equips pilots for the air

Senior Airman Madison Gang, 8th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, velcros an anti-gravity suit at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 21, 2024. An anti-gravity suit, also known as a G-suit, is fitted to each flyer to help withstand high-altitude and high-speed maneuvers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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Suited to Fly: How AFE equips pilots for the air

U.S. Air Force Maj. Rex Anderson, 80th Fighter Squadron pilot, puts on an anti-gravity suit at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 21, 2024. The anti-gravity suit, also known as a G-suit, exerts pressure on the abdomen and legs to prevent pilots from blacking out. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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Suited to Fly: How AFE equips pilots for the air

Senior Airman Madison Gang, 8th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, inflates an anti-gravity suit with a joint combined aircrew systems tester at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 21, 2024. Prior to a pilot’s flight, AFE conducts pre-flight inspections, and thoroughly checks G-suits, helmets, and flight gear to ensure it’s operable and safe prior to use. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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Suited to Fly: How AFE equips pilots for the air

Senior Airman Madison Gang, 8th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment journeyman, inspects a helmet at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 21, 2024. AFE’s main priority is to ensure pilots have the appropriate and functional equipment needed when flying on an aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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Pride of the Pack: Senior Airman Devan Skeem

Senior Airman Devan Skeem, 8th Operations Support Squadron survival, evasion, resistance, and escape specialist, teaches SERE refresher training at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 26, 2024. SERE specialists are experts in survival training and are taught how to instruct others on their tactics. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Pride of the Pack: Senior Airman Devan Skeem

Senior Airman Devan Skeem, 8th Operations Support Squadron survival, evasion, resistance, and escape specialist, teaches coordinate identification at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 26, 2024. Map reading and identifying coordinates are part of the SERE refreshment training that Skeem teaches. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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Pride of the Pack: Senior Airman Devan Skeem

Senior Airman Devan Skeem, 8th Operations Support Squadron survival, evasion, resistance, and escape specialist, points at a location on a map at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 26, 2024. Map reading and identifying coordinates are part of the SERE refreshment training that Skeem teaches. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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8th FW F-16s take to the skies for routine training

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 80th Fighter Squadron takes off at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 3, 2024. The 8th Fighter Wing conducts regular flight training exercises to ensure pilots maintain proficiency. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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