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  • New 7th AF commander assumes command

    The leadership of 7th Air Force changed hands during a change-of-command ceremony here Jan. 6.Lt. Gen. Jan-Marc Jouas assumed command from Lt. Gen. Jeffrey A. Remington as Army Gen. James D. Thurman, the U.S. Forces Korea commander, and Gen. Gary L. North, the Pacific Air Forces commander, presided

  • Quality assurance Airmen ensure aircraft maintenance success

    From training Kunsan's maintainers to evaluating weapon's standards, the 8th Maintenance Group's behind-the-scenes Airmen are entrusted with many mission-essential tasks, but one flight, ensures the quality of workmanship here."Our office has the responsibility to ensure maintenance standards are

  • New born baby brings New Year cheer

    On New Year's Day, Airman 1st Class Kyle Hawkins, 35th Force Support Squadron, Falcon Feeder shift leader and his wife, Julianna, celebrated the birth of their first born at the Misawa base hospital Jan. 1.For one baby "Happy New Year" will also be "Happy Birthday." The baby boy arrived two days in

  • Everyday heroes: Eagle Eyes helps fight terrorism

    With the threat of terrorism still ringing hard in the ears of Americans, every citizen, military or civilian, has the opportunity to take action in the ongoing war on terrorism.The Eagle Eyes program is an Air Force anti-terrorism initiative that enlists the eyes and ears of Department of Defense

  • Airmen recognized for gallant efforts during bus crash

    Five Airmen from the 51st Civil Engineer Squadron were recognized for their gallant efforts in response to a vehicle accident that occurred on base Nov. 22, 2011.Col. Patrick McKenzie, 51st Fighter Wing commander, presented certificates to three of the five Airmen in a commander's call held Jan. 13,

  • Spouse orientation flight at Kunsan

    A group of spouses visiting their military husbands and wives stationed in the Republic of Korea were treated to a special flight, Dec. 27 here, as part of a refueling mission between the 80th Fighter Squadron and the 909th Air Refueling Squadron from Kadena Air Base, Japan. The group boarded a

  • Defenders share gifts, bring holiday cheer to orphans

    During this holiday season Defenders of the 8th Security Forces Squadron defend the base, but they also take the time spread Christmas cheer to the Samsung Orphanage. Since 1970, the 8th SFS has had a long standing 'legacy' project with sponsoring the Samsung Orphanage's Angel Tree. The orphanage is

  • Kunsan reflects on past, ready for future -- A look at 2011

    The year 2011 brought about much change and progress for the Wolf Pack.Most notably, in May and throughout the spring, a new wing leadership team took the helm after the previous command lead the wing to an "Excellent" overall rating during the year's operational readiness inspection.This set the

  • Wolf spreads love at post office

    Col. Scott Pleus, 8th Fighter Wing commander, volunteered his time at Kunsan's post office delivering holiday cheer to the Wolf Pack here Dec. 22.With a 40 percent increase in mail during the holiday season, Pleus and others volunteered to help separate and distribute mail to the Wolf

  • CSAF thanks Wolf Pack for commitment to service during holidays

    Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz visited the Wolf Pack here Dec. 23-26 to meet with wing leaders, Airmen and Soldiers during the holiday season.The general's base visit came after a stop in Seoul, where he met with senior Republic of Korea and U.S. military leaders."The American