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  • Tech. Sgt Dana Butler, First-Term Airman Center non-commissioned officer in-charge, was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing's Pride of the Pack for the week of May 21. She is responsible for operating, maintaining and coordinating every aspect of FTAC to include instructing new Airman arriving here at Kunsan. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Steven Doty)

    Pride of the Pack: Tech. Sgt. Dana Butler

    Tech. Sgt Dana Butler from the 8th Mission Support Squadron was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing's Pride of the Pack for the week of May 21. 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 their stellar commitment to excellence and superior mission
  • Colonel Kenneth "Viper" Rizer, the new 8th Operations Group commander, speaks to his group and fellow Wolfpack members for the first time during his change of command ceremony here May 18. He was last assigned to Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama as a student of the Air Warfare College. The 8th OGs outgoing commander, Col. Jon Norman, is headed to Osan Air Base to take command of the 51st Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Steven Doty)

    New Viper takes the reigns

    A veteran combat pilot assumed command of the 8th Operations Group today during a ceremony in Hangar 3 in front of the group's Airmen. "[I am now] realizing a dream of commanding the most distinguished and combat-focused operations group in the Air Force," Col. Kenneth "Viper" Rizer said. "Given its unmatched record in World War II, Korea and
  • GUNSAN CITY, Republic of Korea May 17, 2007 -- Students from Jikok elementary school here sing for 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" Airmen and honored guests May 16 during the 2007 English volunteer recognition dinner. 55 Airmen at Kunsan Air Base were recognized by the local education board for their dedication in helping teach English to elementary and middle school students. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Stephen Collier)

    Gunsan City recognizes base English volunteers

    Airmen stationed at Kunsan Air Base were recognized by members of the Gunsan City educational community during an English volunteer recognition ceremony here May 16.   The 55 Airmen who have donated their time over the past months teaching elementary and middle school children English received a certificate of authorization, giving the bearer full
  • KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea May 12, 2007 -- Senior Airman Garrett Otto, 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons loader, slides an AIM-9 Sidewinder missile onto an 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" F-16 Fighting Falcon launcher rail during the semi-annual 7th Air Force peninsula-wide weapons loading competition. This competition is held between Osan and Kunsan twice a year, once at each base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Darnell Cannady)

    'Wolf Pack' defeats Team Osan for weapons loading title

    In a race to the finish, 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" aircraft maintenance squadron Airmen beat out their 51st Fighter Wing counterparts during the semi-annual "Chief Master Sgt. Kebil Memorial" 7th Air Force peninsula-wide weapons loading competition May 12. Each weapons loading team, one from the 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron here and the
  • KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea May 16, 2007 -- Staff Sgt. John Kim, 8th Maintenance Group, explains to Republic of Korea air force members the challenges 8th Fighter Wing weapons maintainers face during advanced medium range air-to-air, or AMRAAM 120 (seen below) operations May 16. Members of the ROKAF 19th Air Base toured the 35th Fighter Squadron and Aircraft Maintenance Unit to gain a better understanding of F-16 maintenance and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Darnell Cannady)

    ‘Pantons’ show F-16 operations to ROKAF pilots, maintainers

    Pilots and maintainers assigned to the 35th Fighter Squadron "Pantons" and Aircraft Maintenance Unit here hosted members of the Republic of Korea air force in an effort to improve that country's F-16 operations May 16.   The Korean maintenance personnel and air traffic controllers, together with KF-16 pilots, were given an in-depth briefing on how
  • GUNSAN CITY, Republic of Korea May 11, 2007 -- Senior Airman Andrea Smith (back, left) passes books to Senior Airman Kevin Alvarado during the Airmen Committed to Excellence-sponsored "Wolf Pack Paperback" English book drive May 11. The second-annual event raised more than 475 books for Gunsan City residents in an effort to help them hone their English skills. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Steven Doty)

    English books give Gunsan citizens something to read about

    The 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack's" junior-enlisted Airmen did their part to support the Gunsan City community when they donated more than 475 English language books to a local city library May 11 after a wing-wide book drive that ran from April 2 thru May 4.   Known as the second-annual "Wolf Pack Paperback" English book drive, the Airmen Committed

  • Kunsan Airmen remember fallen comrade

    Members of the 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" came together at the base chapel for a memorial service remembering the spirit, impact and friendship of a fallen Airman May 14.   The 45-minute service was held for 15-year Air Force veteran Tech. Sgt. Michael Cook, a member assigned to the 8th Communications Squadron who died in his dormitory room May
  • GUNSAN CITY, Republic of Korea May 10, 2007 -- Col. Jeff "Wolf" Lofgren, 8th Fighter Wing commander (right) and Gunsan City mayor Moon, Dong Shin shake hands during a farewell dinner May 10. Colonel Lofgren was also named an honorary citizen of Gunsan City for his "contribution to the development of Gunsan," according to the awards plaque. The 8th FW commander was joined by the unit's group commanders, where they were each recognized for their service to the community. (Courtesy photo)

    Mayor, Gunsan City officials recognize outgoing leadership

    Just like a good neighbor who gives a send off to those moving away from their neighborhood, Gunsan City mayor Moon, Dong Shin and other leaders recognized current 8th Fighter Wing leadership May 10 for their commitment to the community.   The evening dinner, hosted by members of the Korean American Friendship Council, gave way to praises and warm

  • Logisticians intramural volleyball champions

    With a chance to go undefeated, the 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron lost their first match, but kept their focus in the second, defeating the 8th Communications Squadron 25-18 and 25-16 during the 2007 base intramural volleyball championship May 11.   The communicator's fates were sealed when LRS setter Bryan Brewer passed the ball to blocker Jeff
  • Master Sgt. Michael Fisher from the 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing Pride of the Pack for the week of May 14. He oversees the daily maintenance operations of both the 35th and 80th Aircraft Maintenance Units and end-of-runway operations. He also coordinates with agencies on projects that deal with new construction or existing upgrades to facilities that are on the Flight Line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Darnell Cannady.)

    Pride of the Pack: Master Sgt. Michael Fisher

    Master Sgt. Michael Fisher from the 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing Pride of the Pack for the week of May 14. 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 their stellar commitment to excellence and superior mission
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  • Tech. Sgt Dana Butler, First-Term Airman Center non-commissioned officer in-charge, was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing's Pride of the Pack for the week of May 21. She is responsible for operating, maintaining and coordinating every aspect of FTAC to include instructing new Airman arriving here at Kunsan. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Steven Doty)

    Pride of the Pack: Tech. Sgt. Dana Butler

    Tech. Sgt Dana Butler from the 8th Mission Support Squadron was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing's Pride of the Pack for the week of May 21. 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 their stellar commitment to excellence and superior mission
  • Colonel Kenneth "Viper" Rizer, the new 8th Operations Group commander, speaks to his group and fellow Wolfpack members for the first time during his change of command ceremony here May 18. He was last assigned to Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama as a student of the Air Warfare College. The 8th OGs outgoing commander, Col. Jon Norman, is headed to Osan Air Base to take command of the 51st Fighter Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Steven Doty)

    New Viper takes the reigns

    A veteran combat pilot assumed command of the 8th Operations Group today during a ceremony in Hangar 3 in front of the group's Airmen. "[I am now] realizing a dream of commanding the most distinguished and combat-focused operations group in the Air Force," Col. Kenneth "Viper" Rizer said. "Given its unmatched record in World War II, Korea and
  • GUNSAN CITY, Republic of Korea May 17, 2007 -- Students from Jikok elementary school here sing for 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" Airmen and honored guests May 16 during the 2007 English volunteer recognition dinner. 55 Airmen at Kunsan Air Base were recognized by the local education board for their dedication in helping teach English to elementary and middle school students. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Stephen Collier)

    Gunsan City recognizes base English volunteers

    Airmen stationed at Kunsan Air Base were recognized by members of the Gunsan City educational community during an English volunteer recognition ceremony here May 16.   The 55 Airmen who have donated their time over the past months teaching elementary and middle school children English received a certificate of authorization, giving the bearer full
  • KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea May 12, 2007 -- Senior Airman Garrett Otto, 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron weapons loader, slides an AIM-9 Sidewinder missile onto an 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" F-16 Fighting Falcon launcher rail during the semi-annual 7th Air Force peninsula-wide weapons loading competition. This competition is held between Osan and Kunsan twice a year, once at each base. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Darnell Cannady)

    'Wolf Pack' defeats Team Osan for weapons loading title

    In a race to the finish, 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" aircraft maintenance squadron Airmen beat out their 51st Fighter Wing counterparts during the semi-annual "Chief Master Sgt. Kebil Memorial" 7th Air Force peninsula-wide weapons loading competition May 12. Each weapons loading team, one from the 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron here and the
  • KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea May 16, 2007 -- Staff Sgt. John Kim, 8th Maintenance Group, explains to Republic of Korea air force members the challenges 8th Fighter Wing weapons maintainers face during advanced medium range air-to-air, or AMRAAM 120 (seen below) operations May 16. Members of the ROKAF 19th Air Base toured the 35th Fighter Squadron and Aircraft Maintenance Unit to gain a better understanding of F-16 maintenance and operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Darnell Cannady)

    ‘Pantons’ show F-16 operations to ROKAF pilots, maintainers

    Pilots and maintainers assigned to the 35th Fighter Squadron "Pantons" and Aircraft Maintenance Unit here hosted members of the Republic of Korea air force in an effort to improve that country's F-16 operations May 16.   The Korean maintenance personnel and air traffic controllers, together with KF-16 pilots, were given an in-depth briefing on how
  • GUNSAN CITY, Republic of Korea May 11, 2007 -- Senior Airman Andrea Smith (back, left) passes books to Senior Airman Kevin Alvarado during the Airmen Committed to Excellence-sponsored "Wolf Pack Paperback" English book drive May 11. The second-annual event raised more than 475 books for Gunsan City residents in an effort to help them hone their English skills. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Steven Doty)

    English books give Gunsan citizens something to read about

    The 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack's" junior-enlisted Airmen did their part to support the Gunsan City community when they donated more than 475 English language books to a local city library May 11 after a wing-wide book drive that ran from April 2 thru May 4.   Known as the second-annual "Wolf Pack Paperback" English book drive, the Airmen Committed

  • Kunsan Airmen remember fallen comrade

    Members of the 8th Fighter Wing "Wolf Pack" came together at the base chapel for a memorial service remembering the spirit, impact and friendship of a fallen Airman May 14.   The 45-minute service was held for 15-year Air Force veteran Tech. Sgt. Michael Cook, a member assigned to the 8th Communications Squadron who died in his dormitory room May
  • GUNSAN CITY, Republic of Korea May 10, 2007 -- Col. Jeff "Wolf" Lofgren, 8th Fighter Wing commander (right) and Gunsan City mayor Moon, Dong Shin shake hands during a farewell dinner May 10. Colonel Lofgren was also named an honorary citizen of Gunsan City for his "contribution to the development of Gunsan," according to the awards plaque. The 8th FW commander was joined by the unit's group commanders, where they were each recognized for their service to the community. (Courtesy photo)

    Mayor, Gunsan City officials recognize outgoing leadership

    Just like a good neighbor who gives a send off to those moving away from their neighborhood, Gunsan City mayor Moon, Dong Shin and other leaders recognized current 8th Fighter Wing leadership May 10 for their commitment to the community.   The evening dinner, hosted by members of the Korean American Friendship Council, gave way to praises and warm

  • Logisticians intramural volleyball champions

    With a chance to go undefeated, the 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron lost their first match, but kept their focus in the second, defeating the 8th Communications Squadron 25-18 and 25-16 during the 2007 base intramural volleyball championship May 11.   The communicator's fates were sealed when LRS setter Bryan Brewer passed the ball to blocker Jeff
  • Master Sgt. Michael Fisher from the 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing Pride of the Pack for the week of May 14. He oversees the daily maintenance operations of both the 35th and 80th Aircraft Maintenance Units and end-of-runway operations. He also coordinates with agencies on projects that deal with new construction or existing upgrades to facilities that are on the Flight Line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Darnell Cannady.)

    Pride of the Pack: Master Sgt. Michael Fisher

    Master Sgt. Michael Fisher from the 8th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron was selected as the 8th Fighter Wing Pride of the Pack for the week of May 14. 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 their stellar commitment to excellence and superior mission
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