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  • A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron takes off for a routine training flight at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan 16, 2020. 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 Senior Airman Jerreht Harris)

    Wolf Pack sustains readiness, enhances capabilities

    The 8th Fighter Wing conducted routine training to maintain readiness at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, during January 2020.
  • Representing the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tamara Roth and Airman 1st Class Courtney Farrer, won dedicated crew chief team of the quarter during the 8th Maintenance Group’s fourth quarter Weapons Load Crew Competition at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 3, 2020. The teams were evaluated on aircraft appearance, personal dress and appearance, and overall maintenance knowledge. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    80th AMU wins load crew competition

    The 80th Aircraft Maintenance Unit won load crew of the quarter during the 8th Maintenance Group’s fourth quarter Weapons Load Crew Competition at Kunsan Air Base, Jan. 3, 2020.
  • U.S. Army Specialist Israel Chavez, Gray Eagle Company mechanic, practices negotiation tactics during Airman Leadership School at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 13, 2019. ALS is a five week-long Air Force professional military education course designed to develop junior enlisted service members into effective supervisors, leaders and NCOs. It is the first PME course that enlisted Airmen encounter during their Air Force career. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)

    Wolf Pack Airmen, Soldiers tackle ALS

    For the first time in Kunsan history, Airmen and Soldiers came together to learn and tackle the obstacles associated with becoming a supervisor and NCO during Airman Leadership School, Nov. 14 - Dec. 19.
  • U.S. Air Force Technical Sgt. Chelsea Steel, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron Airman dorm leader, places a stocking full of candy and gifts on a dorm resident’s door handle at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 11, 2019. The ADL’s placed stockings on over 500 doors in the building while many residents were at work. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Joshua Arends)

    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 Master Sgt. Megan Smith, 8th Fighter Wing Equal Opportunity director, engages with a group of Airmen during the Korea Readiness Orientation about her office’s role at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 26, 2019. The EO office supports more than 2,500 Wolf Pack members, both military and civilian. They ensure each service member is treated fairly, regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or prior equal employment opportunity activity. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Anthony Hetlage)

    Keeping the Pack Strong: Your Equal Opportunity Office

    Editor’s Note: This is the sixth article in a series designed to highlight helping agencies and resiliency at Kunsan Air Base. Equal Opportunity is a helping agency with a mission to promote an environment free from personal, social or institutional barriers that could prevent Air Force members and civilians from rising to their highest potential.
  • 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.
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