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8th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander, Col. Matthew Gaetke

Lt. Gen. Scott Pleus, Seventh Air Force commander, and Col. Matthew C. Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing incoming commander, render a salute during the U.S. and Republic of Korea national anthems during the 8th FW Assumption of Command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 8, 2023. The Assumption of Command ceremony is a time-honored tradition, recognizing the passing of authority from one leader to the next. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander, Col. Matthew Gaetke

Col. Matthew C. Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing incoming commander, delivers a speech after taking command of the Wolf Pack at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 8, 2023. Gaetke was the commander of the 607th Air Operations Center before assuming command of the 8th FW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander, Col. Matthew Gaetke

Col. Matthew C. Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing incoming commander, renders his first salute as Wolf during the 8th FW Assumption of Command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 8, 2023. The 8th FW consists of more than 3,200 active-duty personnel and civilians, four groups and 14 squadrons, including two F-16 fighter squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander, Col. Matthew Gaetke

Staff Sgt. Michel Batchelor, 35th Fighter Generation Squadron dedicated crew chief, renders a salute to Col. Matthew C. Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing incoming commander, after unveiling Gaetke’s name on the wing’s heritage F-16 Fighting Falcon during the 8th FW Assumption of Command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 8, 2023. The Assumption of Command ceremony is a time-honored tradition, recognizing the passing of authority from one leader to the next. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander, Col. Matthew Gaetke

Col. Matthew C. Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing incoming commander, gathers for a group photo with his wife, Col. Kathryn Gaetke, and their children during the 8th FW Assumption of Command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 8, 2023. Gaetke was the commander of the 607th Air Operations Center before assuming command of the 8th FW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Samuel Earick)
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8th Fighter Wing welcomes new commander, Col. Matthew Gaetke

Airmen from the 8th Fighter Wing gather to welcome Col. Matthew C. Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing incoming commander, during the assumption of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 8, 2023. The Assumption of Command ceremony is a time-honored tradition, recognizing the passing of authority from one leader to the next. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)
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8th Fighter Wing wraps up change of command season

U.S. Air Force Joshua Hawkins, 8th Mission Support Group commander, passes command to Maj. Stephen Perkins, 8th Communications Squadron incoming commander, during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 24, 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 wraps up change of command season

U.S. Air Force Col. Brian Johnson, outgoing 8th Healthcare Operations Squadron outgoing commander, and U.S. Air Force Maj. Irene Fernandez, 8th Healthcare Operations Squadron incoming commander share a laugh during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 5, 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 Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)
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8th Fighter Wing wraps up change of command season

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Ryan Kiggins, 8th Security Forces Squadron commander, receives a first salute from members of the 8th SFS during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 25, 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 Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)
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8th Fighter Wing wraps up change of command season

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Alfred Doby, outgoing 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron commander, and Lt. Col. Sarah Kelly, incoming 8th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron commander, prepare to change command during a ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 9, 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 Giovanni Sims).
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8th Fighter Wing wraps up change of command season

From left to right: U.S. Air Forces Col. Kathryn Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing commander, Chief Master Sgt. Nathan Bouchard, 8th Maintenance Group senior enlisted leader, Col. Blair Byrem, 8th MXG incoming commander, and Col. Casey Crabill, outgoing 8th MXG commander, stand during a change command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 3, 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 Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)
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8th FSS takes home five 'Best of the Pacific' awards

Airmen and staff from the 8th Force Support Squadron accept an award during a recognition event inside the Loring Club on Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 28, 2022. 8th FSS received a Best MWR/FSS/MCCS award from Stars and Stripes, Best of the Pacific campaign. (U.S. Air Force photo by Isaiah J. Soliz)
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8th FSS takes home five 'Best of the Pacific' awards

8th Force Support Squadron Airmen and staff accept an award in the Loring Club ballroom at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 28, 2022. Wolf Pack’s FSS received a Best On-Base Club award from Stars and Stripes, Best of the Pacific campaign. (U.S. Air Force photo by Isaiah J. Soliz)
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8th FSS takes home five 'Best of the Pacific' awards

Staff from the Wolf Pack Lodge accept an award during a certificate presentation within their facility on Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 28, 2022. Wolf Pack Lodging received a Best On-Base Lodging award from Stars and Stripes, Best of the Pacific campaign. (U.S. Air Force photo by Isaiah J. Soliz)
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8th FSS takes home five 'Best of the Pacific' awards

8th Force Support Squadron Airmen and Staff accept an award in the Loring Club on Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 28, 2022. Loring Club staff received a Best On-Base Sunday Brunch award from Stars and Stripes, Best of the Pacific campaign. (U.S. Air Force photo by Isaiah J. Soliz)
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8th FSS takes home five 'Best of the Pacific' awards

Staff from Outdoor Recreation accept an award inside their facility on Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 28, 2022. The staff received a Best Outdoor Rec award from Stars and Stripes, Best of the Pacific campaign. This win marks the fourth consecutive year that they have earned this award. (U.S. Air Force photo by Isaiah J. Soliz)
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8th FW Airman finds his purpose at the Wolf Pack

Master Sgt. Mason Bergeron, 8th Operations Support Squadron aircraft flight equipment flight chief and Dog Land Outreach president, rescues one of the “garden pups” with help from Lee, Jung-Ho, Gunsan Dog Land director, in Gunsan, Republic of Korea. Bergeron has recruited more than 150 active duty military members to volunteer at Gunsan Dog Land since arriving at Kunsan Air Base in March 2019. (Courtesy Photo)
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8th FW Airman finds his purpose at the Wolf Pack

Since arriving at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, in March 2019, Master Sgt. Mason Bergeron, 8th Operations Support Squadron aircraft flight equipment flight chief and Dog Land Outreach president, has recruited more than 150 active duty military volunteers to help support Gunsan Dog Land. Dog Land is home to more than 600 dogs and cats who have been rescued around the Gunsan area. (Courtesy Photo)
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8th FW Airman finds his purpose at the Wolf Pack

Gunsan Dog Land in Gunsan, Republic of Korea, is home to more than 600 dogs and cats. Lee, Jung-Ho, Gunsan Dog Land director, found his passion in caring for lost and abandoned animals and decided to turn his park, dedicated to celebrating the lives of pets, into a pet sanctuary for rescued animals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mackenzie Mendez)
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8th FW Airman finds his purpose at the Wolf Pack

Master Sgt. Mason Bergeron, 8th Operations Support Squadron aircraft flight equipment flight chief and Dog Land Outreach president, and Lee, Jung-Ho, Gunsan Dog Land director, have rescued five dogs together from the Gunsan area since Bergeron arrived at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, in March 2019. Through the power of connection and social media, Bergeron has recruited more than 150 active duty military members to volunteer at Gunsan Dog Land. (Courtesy Photo)
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