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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, outgoing 8th Fighter Wing commander, renders his final salute to U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Mulder, 8th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and members of the 8th Fighter Wing during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, May 30, 2025. Kunsan’s unique position as a short tour enables fast-tracked leadership development for deterrence and readiness for contingency response. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)
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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. 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 takes off for Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing takes off en route to the Kingdom of Thailand to support Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 22, 2024. Cobra Gold demonstrates the U.S. commitment to the region by building interoperability, multilateral cooperative arrangements, advancing common interests, and a commitment to our Allies and partners in ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8th Fighter Wing takes off for Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing taxies before take off en route to the Kingdom of Thailand to support Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 22, 2024. Cobra Gold demonstrates ongoing readiness to operate throughout the region in support of allies and partners while strengthening the interoperability of the joint, combined force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8th Fighter Wing takes off for Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24

A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 8th Fighter Wing takes off en route to the Kingdom of Thailand to support Joint Exercise Cobra Gold 24 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Feb. 22, 2024. Cobra Gold is the largest joint exercise in mainland Asia and demonstrates a strong cooperative relationship with the allies and partners participating in the exercise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, 8th Fighter Wing commander, addresses attendees during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Kasarskis, also known as Wolf 65, assumed command of the 8th FW from the outgoing commander, Col. Matthew C. Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson, left, 7th Air Force commander, presents the 8th Fighter Wing guidon to Col. Peter Kasarskis, 8th FW incoming commander, during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. As the 8th FW commander, Kasarskis is responsible for leading the daily operations of 3,200 active-duty personnel and civilians, working with regional allies to ensure the safety and defense of the Republic of Korea. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Javone Brown, 80th Fighter Generation Squadron F-16 crew chief, unveils the new 8th Fighter Wing commander, Col. Peter Kasarskis’s name on an F-16 during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Kasarskis assumed command from the outgoing commander, Col. Matthew C. Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing outgoing commander, renders his last salute as the commander during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Under Gaetke’s leadership, the Wolf Pack participated in multiple flying exercises across the Indo-Pacific region, honing combat airpower capabilities alongside key allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, 8th Fighter Wing commander, addresses attendees during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Kasarskis was previously stationed at Kunsan as a member of the 35th Fighter Squadron from 2005-2006. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, 8th Fighter Wing commander passes the guidon to Chief Master Sgt. Nathan Chrestensen, 8th FW incoming command chief, during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. The assumption of responsibility ceremony is a traditional event rich with symbolism and heritage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, speaks to the audience during the 8th Fighter Wing change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Iverson presided over the ceremony and provided an outlook on how the 8th FW will continue to advance its readiness and warfighting capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson, left, 7th Air Force commander, receives the 8th Fighter Wing guidon from Col. Matthew Gaetke, 8th FW outgoing commander, during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. The passing of the guidon symbolizes relinquishing command from the outgoing commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing outgoing commander, receives the Republic of Korea, Order of the National Security Merit Samil medal from ROK Air Force Col. Seo, Dong Woo, 38th Fighter Group commander, during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Gaetke served as the 8th FW commander from November 2023 to June 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing outgoing commander, addresses attendees of the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Gaetke relinquished command of the 8th FW to Col. Peter Kasarskis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman James Johnson)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing outgoing commander, renders his last salute as the commander during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Under Gaetke’s leadership, the Wolf Pack participated in multiple flying exercises across the Indo-Pacific region, honing combat airpower capabilities alongside key allies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes Kasarskis back to the Pack as ‘Wolf’

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing outgoing commander, receives the Legion of Merit medal from Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 7, 2024. Gaetke served as the 8th FW commander from November 2023 to June 2024. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Maria Umanzor Guzman)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander, Col. Matthew Gaetke

Lt. Gen. Scott Pleus, Seventh Air Force commander, gives the 8th Fighter Wing guidon to Col. Matthew C. Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing incoming commander, during the 8th FW Assumption of Command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 8, 2023. Gaetke assumed command from outgoing commander Col. Timothy B. Murphy. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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