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8 MXG enables Wolf Pack’s critical ROK defense mission

Senior Airmen Kelly McKamy, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew team chief, loads munitions onto a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon during Vigilant Defense 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 28, 2023. Combined Flying Training Events are regularly scheduled training events designed to enhance the readiness of U.S. and ROK forces and sustain capabilities, which strengthen the ROK-U.S. Alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8 MXG enables Wolf Pack’s critical ROK defense mission

Staff Sgt. Ashton Alamo, 35th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, reads the technical order before securing a munition to a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon during Vigilant Defense 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 2, 2023. Combined Flying Training Events integrate U.S. and ROK forces to train on mutual support procedures, further improving understanding and trust between the two nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Emili Koonce)
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8 MXG enables Wolf Pack’s critical ROK defense mission

Staff Sgt. Ashton Alamo, 35th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew member, reads the technical order before securing a munition to a U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon during Vigilant Defense 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 2, 2023. Combined training and exercises are defensive in nature, intended to build combat readiness and ensure we are ready to “Fight Tonight.’ (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Emili Koonce)
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8 MXG enables Wolf Pack’s critical ROK defense mission

Capt. Thomas Molnar, 36th Fighter Squadron pilot, conducts preflight checks with 8th Maintenance Squadron crew chiefs prior to taking off during Vigilant Defense 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 2, 2023. Combined Flying Training Events are regularly scheduled training events designed to enhance the readiness of U.S. and ROK forces and sustain capabilities, which strengthen the ROK-U.S. Alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Emili Koonce)
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8 MXG enables Wolf Pack’s critical ROK defense mission

Airman 1st Class Paul Breithaupt, 8th Maintenance Squadron crew chief, prepares to launch an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 36th Fighter Squadron during Vigilant Defense 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 2, 2023. Combined Flying Training Events integrate U.S. and ROK forces to train on mutual support procedures, further improving understanding and trust between the two nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Emili Koonce)
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8 MXG enables Wolf Pack’s critical ROK defense mission

Airman First Class Alex Goodnow, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, inspects the tail of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during preflight checks during Vigilant Defense 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 29, 2023. Combined Flying Training Events are regularly scheduled training events designed to enhance the readiness of U.S. and ROK forces and sustain capabilities, which strengthen the ROK-U.S. Alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8 MXG enables Wolf Pack’s critical ROK defense mission

Airman First Class Alex Goodnow, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron, assistant dedicated crew chief, and Capt. Carter Kozacek, F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, share a gesture of squadron pride, signaling all preflight checks are complete and the aircraft is ready for takeoff during Vigilant Defense 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 31, 2023. Combined Flying Training Events integrate U.S. and ROK forces to train on mutual support procedures, further improving understanding and trust between the two nations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8 MXG enables Wolf Pack’s critical ROK defense mission

Airman First Class Alex Goodnow, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron assistant dedicated crew chief, inspects the tail of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during preflight checks during Vigilant Defense 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Oct. 29, 2023. Combined Flying Training Events are regularly scheduled training events designed to enhance the readiness of U.S. and ROK forces and sustain capabilities, which strengthen the ROK-U.S. Alliance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8 SFS, ROKA train to protect the pack

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Colin Jones, 8th Security Forces Squadron Defender, applies a bandage with assistance from a Republic of Korea Army soldier during a training event at Kunsan Air Base, ROK, May 18, 2023. ROK Army soldiers and 8 SFS Airmen prepared together for one week prior to working alongside each other during this combined training event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Emili Koonce)
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80 years later: why it’s still nice to be a numbered Air Force

Pictured is the body art of an LB-30, AL 633, in Hawaii in 1942. Previously named “Old Faithful,” she was Maj. Gen. Clarence L. Tinker’s favorite planes. Once her olive drab paint was removed, she was renamed Seventh Heaven, in line with the new art. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)
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80th FS, 35th AMU send airpower into early morning

F-16 Fighting Falcons, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, wait to take off as part of an 8th Fighter Wing training event at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 27, 2021. Airmen, aircraft and other assets at Kunsan AB collectively deliver agile air, space and cyberspace capabilities in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s objectives to unite allies and partners to enhance regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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80th FS, 35th AMU send airpower into early morning

Airman 1st Class Matthew Wood, 35th Fighter Squadron crew chief, marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon as part of a training event at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 27, 2021. Airmen, aircraft and other assets at Kunsan AB collectively deliver agile air, space and cyberspace capabilities in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s objectives to unite allies and partners to enhance regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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80th FS, 35th AMU send airpower into early morning

Airman 1st Class Matthew Wood, 35th Fighter Squadron crew chief, marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon as part of a training event at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 27, 2021. Airmen, aircraft and other assets at Kunsan AB collectively deliver agile air, space and cyberspace capabilities in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s objectives to unite allies and partners to enhance regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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80th FS, 35th AMU send airpower into early morning

An F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, taxis down the flightline as part of an 8th Fighter Wing training event at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 27, 2021. The 80th FS stands ready to conduct counter-air, air interdiction, close air support and forward air controller missions in both day and night conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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80th FS, 35th AMU send airpower into early morning

Airman 1st Class Matthew Wood, 35th Fighter Squadron crew chief, marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon as part of a training event at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 27, 2021. Airmen, aircraft and other assets at Kunsan AB collectively deliver agile air, space and cyberspace capabilities in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s objectives to unite allies and partners to enhance regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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80th FS, 35th AMU send airpower into early morning

An F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 80th Fighter Squadron, takes off at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 27, 2021. The 80th FS stands ready to conduct counter-air, air interdiction, close air support and forward air controller missions in both day and night conditions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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80th FS, 35th AMU send airpower into early morning

An F-16 Fighting Falcon, assigned to the 35th Fighter Squadron, sits in a flow at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, July 27, 2021. Kunsan AB provides U.S. Indo-Pacific Command with continuous and unrivaled air, space, and cyberspace capabilities to ensure regional stability and security. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Gabrielle Spalding)
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8FW flies first 7AF PoBIT upgraded F-16

An F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing, Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, flies over the Korean Peninsula, April 4, 2023. The F-16 entered the U.S Air Force inventory in 1979 and since has undergone a number of modernization efforts; most recently the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center began providing F-16s Post Block Integration Team (PoBIT) upgrades. PoBIT combines 22 various upgrades to the F-16’s avionics, improving the weapon systems lethality. (U.S. Air Force photo by Captain Kaylin P. Hankerson)
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8FW flies first 7AF PoBIT upgraded F-16

An F-16 Fighting Falcon piloted by Col. John D. Caldwell, vice commander 8th Fighter Wing, prepares to land at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 4, 2023. The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a highly maneuverable, multi-role fighter aircraft that provides a relatively low-cost, high-performance weapon system for the United States and allied nations. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center has provided the F-16 fleet various modifications and upgrades since entering the Air Force inventory in 1979. The Post Block Integration Team (PoBIT) project is the most recent large-scale upgrade to the F-16, encompassing 22 combined modifications that increase survivability and accuracy of the weapon system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Captain Kaylin P. Hankerson)
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8FW flies first 7AF PoBIT upgraded F-16

Two F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing, Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, fly over the Korean Peninsula, April 4, 2023. The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a highly maneuverable, multi-role fighter aircraft that provides a relatively low-cost, high-performance weapon system for the United States and allied nations. The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center has provided the F-16 fleet various modifications and upgrades since entering the Air Force inventory in 1979. The Post Block Integration Team (PoBIT) project is the most recent large-scale upgrade to the F-16, encompassing 22 combined modifications that increase survivability and accuracy of the weapon system. (U.S. Air Force photo by Captain Kaylin P. Hankerson)
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