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8th Fighter Wing changes command

Republic of Korea Air Force Col. Yang - Jae, Ham, 38th Fighter Group commander, renders a final salute to U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, outgoing commander, during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. During the ceremony, outgoing commander, U.S. Air Force Peter Kasarskis relinquished command of the 8th Fighter Wing to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

From left to right: U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, Col. Peter Kasarskis, and Col. Kathryn Gaetke, render a salute during the national anthem at a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. Kunsan’s new leadership team ushers in a new era of joint-combined opportunities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

Members of the 8th Fighter Wing attend a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke took command of the Wolfpack from U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

From left to right: U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing commander, and Col. Peter Kasarskis, shake hands following their change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. A change of command ceremony is an American military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing commander, addresses the 8th Fighter Wing for the first time during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. A change of command ceremony is an American military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

Chief Master Sgt. Nathan Bouchard, 8th Maintenance Group senior enlisted leader, stands in formation during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. This change of command ceremony marked the transition from U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, outgoing commander, to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, addresses the 8th Fighter Wing during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. This change of command ceremony marked the transition from U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, outgoing commander, to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

The 8th Fighter Wing’s Col. Robin Olds heritage tail sits on static display during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. During the ceremony, outgoing commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis relinquished command of the 8th Fighter Wing to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Col. James Davis, 8th Operations Support Squadron commander, renders a salute during the national anthem at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. During the ceremony, outgoing commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis relinquished command of the 8th Fighter Wing to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Ethan Fredericks, 35th Fighter Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, unveils the new 8th Fighter Wing commander, Col. Kathryn Gaetke’s name on a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. A change of command ceremony is an American military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Brosam)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke renders her first salute as the 8th Fighter Wing commander to Col. Christopher Mulder, 8th FW deputy commander, during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. A change of command ceremony is an American military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Brosam)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke, right, accepts command of the 8th Fighter Wing from Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, during the 8th Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. Gaetke took command of the Wolfpack from U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Brosam)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, right, relinquishes command of the 8th Fighter Wing to Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, during the 8th Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. During the ceremony, Kasarskis relinquished command of the 8th Fighter Wing to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Brosam)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

Republic of Korea Air Force Col. Yang - Jae, Ham, 38th Fighter Group commander, presents a presidential watch and Order of National Security Merit Samil Medal on behalf of the acting president of the Republic of Korea, President Lee Ju-Ho, to U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis during the 8th Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. During the ceremony, Kasarskis relinquished command of the 8th FW to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Brosam)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, left, Col. Peter Kasarskis, and Col. Kathryn Gaetke, present arms during the playing of the U.S. National Anthem during the 8th Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. A change of command ceremony is an American military tradition that represents a formal transfer of authority and responsibility from one commanding officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Brosam)

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AMANDA L. AARON

Official photo of U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. Amanda L. Aaron.

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Col. KATHRYN K. GAETKE

Official photo of U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn K. Gaetke

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Senior Airman Michael Philip Flores-Rodriguez, 8th Maintenance Squadron AFREP technician, cleans a fault function panel with alcohol at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 25, 2025. The strategic approach within the AFREP program allows for maintainers to repair rather than replace equipment, a valuable resource that keeps essential components readily available without relying on external repair locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Edgar Nava, 8th Maintenance Squadron AFREP technician, repairs a rounds counter for the U.S. Air Force f-16 Fighting Falcon armament system at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 25, 2025. The strategic approach within the AFREP program allows for maintainers to repair rather than replace equipment, a valuable resource that keeps essential components readily available without relying on external repair locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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Senior Airmen Ernesto Nevado, 8th Maintenance Squadron AFREP technician, swaps a connector head of a remote control unit cable at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 21, 2025. By prioritizing in-house repairs and salvaging condemned items, AFREP significantly reduces downtime and improves the availability of crucial parts. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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