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Kunsan AB maintainers generate airpower, protect assets

Lt. Col. Brandon July, 80th Fighter Squadron commander, reviews aircraft certifications before flying a training sortie as part of Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 27, 2024. 8th Fighter Wing Airmen remain agile and armed as a combat-credible force. Exercising procedures like general arming confirms the Pack’s ability to, if called upon, rapidly enter a contingent environment in defense of the ROK. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Female Airman aspires for greatness

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Julie Breault, 97th Security Forces Squadron response force leader, prepares for Shoot, Move and Communicate training with her team, March 26, 2015. Her job entails a wide range of duties, including being an entry controller, flight line security and patrolling the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Megan E. Acs/Released)

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8th LRS GENARMS the Pack, ignites base defense mission

Senior Airman Kianna Parrish, 8th Comptroller Squadron operations technician, holds a defense position during a simulated group attack as part of Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 27, 2024. During Beverly Sentinel 24-1 the 8th Security Forces Squadron tested different squadrons’ ability to protect their assets and facilities at a moment’s notice during mock oppositional force attacks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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8th LRS GENARMS the Pack, ignites base defense mission

Staff Sgt. Alexander Trippet, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron emergency management logistics non-commissioned officer in charge, engages simulated oppositional forces during a ground attack exercise as part of Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 27, 2024. Airmen with the 8th CES engaged OPFOR actors during the mock oppositional force attack on the 8th Comptroller Squadron building in support of the 8th Fighter Wing general arming program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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8th LRS GENARMS the Pack, ignites base defense mission

Senior Airman Jakob Lundin, middle, 8th Maintenance Squadron conventional maintenance technician, accepts an M4 carbine rifle in preparation for Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 21, 2024. Ahead of a week-long exercise, Airmen with the 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron issued M9 pistols and M4 rifles to test the 8th Fighter Wing’s 14 squadrons’ ability to safeguard assets and ensure infrastructure security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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8th LRS GENARMS the Pack, ignites base defense mission

Airman 1st Class Makayla Thomas, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment journeyman, issues an M4 carbine rifle in preparation for Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 21, 2024. General arming was the primary line of effort during Beverly Sentinel 24, allowing members across the 8th Fighter Wing to hone their ability to defend assets and infrastructure while completing their mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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8th LRS GENARMS the Pack, ignites base defense mission

Tech. Sgt. Victoria Kohagen 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment non-commissioned officer in charge, inspects paperwork before checking out an M4 carbine rifle in preparation for Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 21, 2024. With a team of seven individuals, the IPE team outfitted over 600 Airmen with either M4 rifles or M9 pistols in support of the new 8th Fighter Wing general arming program. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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8th LRS GENARMS the Pack, ignites base defense mission

Senior Airman Tyler Drew, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment journeyman, demonstrates how to fasten a training attachment on an M4 carbine rifle in preparation for Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 21, 2024. The 8th LRS IPE team worked with Defenders from the 8th Security Forces Squadron to ensure all procedures were followed before distributing weapons to the Kunsan AB populace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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8th LRS GENARMS the Pack, ignites base defense mission

Staff Sgt. Daniel Lopez, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment supervisor, picks up an M4 carbine rifle while distributing weapons to a Kunsan Air Base Airman in preparation for Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan AB, Republic of Korea, March 21, 2024. 8th LRS Airmen distributed hundreds of M9 pistols and M4 rifles for Beverly Sentinel 24 after ensuring the weapons were in good working order and conducting safety and barrel-clearing briefings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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8th LRS GENARMS the Pack, ignites base defense mission

Senior Airman Mackenzie Garrick, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protective equipment journeyman, instructs an Airman on where to sign a form prior to distributing an M4 carbine rifle in preparation for Beverly Sentinel 24-1 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 21, 2024. Exercising general arming bolsters overall base defense by empowering Airmen from every squadron to directly protect their assets and facilities at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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8th Communications Squadron Airmen boost Cope Tiger 24 connectivity

Staff Sgt. Natanael Garcia, left, 8th Communications Squadron network infrastructure technician, and Tech. Sgt. Joshua McMaster, 8th CS Focal Point non-commissioned officer in charge, pose for a photo during Cope Tiger 2024 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 15, 2024. Garcia and McMaster fulfilled a no-notice tasking to improve connectivity for the 8th Fighter Wing’s participation in CT 24. CT 24 is the latest iteration of the annual tri-lateral exercise aimed at improving the interoperability of the U.S. Air Force, Royal Thai Air Force, and the Republic of Singapore Air Force as one combined force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Kaylin Hankerson)

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8th Communications Squadron Airmen boost Cope Tiger 24 connectivity

Staff Sgt. Natanael Garcia, left, 8th Communications Squadron network infrastructure technician, and Tech. Sgt. Joshua McMaster, 8th CS Focal Point non-commissioned officer in charge, pose for a photo during Cope Tiger 2024 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 15, 2024. Garcia and McMaster fulfilled a no-notice tasking to improve connectivity for the 8th Fighter Wing’s participation in CT 24. CT 24 is the latest iteration of the annual tri-lateral exercise aimed at improving the interoperability of the U.S. Air Force, Royal Thai Air Force, and the Republic of Singapore Air Force as one combined force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Kaylin Hankerson)

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Pride of the Pack: Airmen 1st Class Thomas Dela Pena

Airman 1st Class Thomas Dela Pena, 8th Maintenance Squadron avionics journeyman, prepares equipment at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 21, 2024. Pena was selected as Kunsan Air Base’s Pride of the Pack for the week of March 18-22 for his innovative solutions on the job.(U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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Pride of the Pack: Airmen 1st Class Thomas Dela Pena

Airman 1st Class Thomas Dela Pena, 8th Maintenance Squadron avionics journeyman, inspects equipment at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, March 21, 2024. Pena developed a heads-up display control panel testing cable, streamlining the processes and reducing the testing time from 23 hours to just five minutes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)

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Pantons ‘push’ west for Cope Tiger 2024

Lt. Col. Eric Broyles walks across the flightline towards an F-16 Fighting Falcon for a routine flight ahead of Cope Tiger 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Kingdom of Thailand, March 12, 2024. CT 24 builds relationships that bridge language barriers and enhances our collective ability to address the most pressing security challenges we face to improve regional security and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Pantons ‘push’ west for Cope Tiger 2024

Maj. Gregory Rinker, 35th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, fastens flight gear before departing for a routine flight at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 12, 2024. In its 28th iteration, CT 24 continues to provide a venue for United States, Thailand and Singapore Air Force units to gain valuable training through combined tactical fighter operations and subject matter expert exchanges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Pantons ‘push’ west for Cope Tiger 2024

Maj. Gregory Rinker, 35th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, boards an F-16 for a routine training flight in preparation for Cope Tiger 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base,Thailand, March 12, 2024. CT 24 is an annual trilateral aerial exercise taking place this year March 18-29.The exercise contributes to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s strategic vision of strengthening Alliances and partnerships to ensure regional peace and prosperity allowing participating service members a unique opportunity to fly in Thailand’s airspace with international partners. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Pantons ‘push’ west for Cope Tiger 2024

Maj. Rex Anderson, 8th Fighter Wing weapons officer, performs a gesture of squadron pride before departing for a routine flight in preparation for Cope Tiger 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 11, 2024. CT 24 is an annual trilateral exercise taking place this year March 18-29.The exercise contributes to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s strategic vision of strengthening Alliances and partnerships to ensure regional peace and prosperity allowing participating service members a unique opportunity to fly over Thailand’s airspace while training with air defense units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Pantons ‘push’ west for Cope Tiger 2024

Senior Airman Thomas Purdy, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon for a routine flight before Cope Tiger 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, March 11, 2024. Multilateral training exercises like CT 24 reinforce our commitment to peace and prosperity in the region. CT 24 builds relationships that bridge language barriers and enhance our collective ability to address the most pressing security challenges we face to improve regional security and protect a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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Pantons ‘push’ west for Cope Tiger 2024

Col. Jeffrey D. Shulman, 8th Fighter Wing deputy commander, walks across the flightline towards an F-16 Fighting Falcon for a routine flight in preparation for Cope Tiger 24 at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Kingdom of Thailand, March 12, 2024. In its 28th iteration, CT 24 continues to provide a venue for United States, Thailand and Singapore Air Force units to gain valuable training through combined tactical fighter operations and subject matter expert exchanges. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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