8th Fighter Wing: Backbone of the Pack

Four Korean nationals were highlighted as part of an 8th Fighter Wing Backbone of the Pack series: Kang, Son Mi, top left, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron, Yi, Yong Nam, bottom left, 8th CES, Hwang, Min A, top right, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron, and Kim, Kye Son, bottom right, 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec.16 - Jan. 9 2024. The Korean civilian partners at Kunsan AB play a vital role in the Wolf Pack’s mission. Not only do they perform day-to-day operations, but they also serve as stewards of continuity for current and future Airmen. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Jovan Banks)

8th Fighter Wing: Backbone of the Pack

Kang, Son Mi, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron realty specialist, stands in front of a “Red Devils” facility for a portrait at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 20, 2023. Kang’s contributions to the Wolf Pack allow Kunsan to expand its warfighter capabilities by securing land agreements around the base. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jovan Banks)

8th Fighter Wing: Backbone of the Pack

Yi, Yong Nam, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron realty specialist, stands in front of a “Red Devils” facility for a portrait at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 20, 2023. Yi’s role in the 8th CES ensures future project funding for the squadron while advocating for modernization initiatives for base infrastructure. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jovan Banks)

8th Fighter Wing: Backbone of the Pack

Hwang, Min A, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron customer service technician, stands near her workstation for a portrait at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 16, 2024. Hwang’s integral role in the 8th LRS prevents mission delays as she oversees nine programs ranging from supply chain operations to funds management. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jovan Banks)

8th Fighter Wing: Backbone of the Pack

Kim, Kye Son, 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron public health technician, stands in front of the public health section display sign for a portrait at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Jan. 9, 2024. Kim works alongside 8th Medical Group public health Airmen to prevent and mitigate the spread of illness from environmental vectors such as mosquitos. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jovan Banks)

8th Fighter Wing: Backbone of the Pack

Published Jan. 10, 2024
By Staff Sgt. Jovan Banks
8th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea --

As part of our Backbone of the Pack series, four members of the Wolf Pack were highlighted to display the contributions of our civilian counterparts.

Civilian Korean partners play a vital role in the Wolf Pack’s mission, not only do they perform day-to-day operations to enable the 8th Fighter Wing to be the premier warfighting wing, but they also serve as stewards of continuity for current and future Airmen.

USAF graphic — Yi, Yong Nam, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron realty specialist, stands in front of a “Red Devils” facility for a portrait at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 20, 2023. Yi’s role in the 8th CES ensures future project funding for the squadron while advocating for modernization initiatives for base infrastructure. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Jovan Banks)

Kang, Son Mi, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron realty specialist, 16 years of service at Kunsan AB.

Yi, Yong Nam, 8th Civil Engineer Squadron realty specialist, 18 years of service at Kunsan AB.

Hwang, Min A, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron customer service technician, 30 years of service at Kunsan AB.

Kim, Kye Son, 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron public health technician, 37 years