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Strategic Integration and Deterrence Take Center Stage in Bamboo Eagle

United States Air Force Airmen participates in exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-1 at the 705th Combat Training Squadron’s Distributed Mission Operations Center, on Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., Feb. 11, 2025. BE 25-1 is a large scale live-fly, virtual and constructive exercise, designed to employ command and control through rapid reaction, coordination, and integration of weapon systems in a combat-representative environment, generating combat air power while moving and sustaining the expeditionary air base in a dynamic environment across approximately 7.7 million square miles. (Photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Deb Henley)

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Strategic Integration and Deterrence Take Center Stage in Bamboo Eagle

A United States Air Force MQ-9 pilot virtually participates in exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-1 at the 705th Combat Training Squadron’s Distributed Mission Operations Center, on Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M., Feb. 11, 2025. Exercise Bamboo Eagle 25-1 executed live-fly operations in the eastern Pacific and a simultaneous 24-hour live, virtual, and constructive rolling scenarios, tackling issues involving distributed command and control, communications degradation, logistics and sustainment challenges, and tyranny of distance. (Photo cropped to focus on subject.) (U.S. Air Force photo by Deb Henley)

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Barksdale B-52s Wrap Up Bomber Task Force Mission to Guam

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Colby Vantine, 96th Bomber Generation Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman, prepares to install a generator into a USAF B-52H Stratofortress at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 25, 2025. Strategic bomber missions enhance the readiness and training necessary to respond to any potential crisis or challenge across the globe. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Hailey Farrell)

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Barksdale B-52s Wrap Up Bomber Task Force Mission to Guam

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Colby Vantine, 96th Bomber Generation Squadron aerospace propulsion craftsman, prepares a generator for installation into a USAF B-52H Stratofortress at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 25, 2025. The B-52H can fly at high, subsonic speeds at altitudes reaching 50,000 feet, with an unrefueled combat range in excess of 8,800 miles, and can carry precision-guided ordnance with worldwide precision navigation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Hailey Farrell)

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Barksdale B-52s Wrap Up Bomber Task Force Mission to Guam

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 96th Bomber Generation Squadron conduct routine maintenance on a USAF B-52H Stratofortress, May 25, 2025, during a Bomber Task Force deployment to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Bomber missions demonstrate the credibility of our forces to address a global security environment that is more diverse and uncertain than at any other time in recent history. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Hailey Farrell)

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Barksdale B-52s Wrap Up Bomber Task Force Mission to Guam

A U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing, takes off from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 29, 2025. The B-52H can fly at high, subsonic speeds at altitudes reaching 50,000 feet, with an unrefueled combat range in excess of 8,800 miles, and can carry precision-guided ordnance with worldwide precision navigation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Hailey Farrell)

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Barksdale B-52s Wrap Up Bomber Task Force Mission to Guam

U.S. Air Force Capt. Kristen Peet, 96th Bomb Squadron combat systems operator, performs pre-flight checks on a USAF B-52H Stratofortress at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, May 29, 2025. The B-52H can fly at high, subsonic speeds at altitudes reaching 50,000 feet, with an unrefueled combat range in excess of 8,800 miles, and can carry precision-guided ordnance with worldwide precision navigation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Hailey Farrell)

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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

From left to right: U.S. Air Forces Chief Master Sgt. Amanda Aaron, incoming 8th Fighter Wing command chief, Lt. Gen. David Iverson, Seventh Air Force commander, Chief Master Sgt. Nathan Chrestensen, outgoing 8th Fighter Wing command chief, Col. Peter Kasarskis, outgoing 8th Fighter Wing commander, and Col. Kathryn Gaetke, incoming 8th Fighter Wing commander prepare to relinquish command from Col. Kasarskis to Col. Gaetke during a change of command at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. Kunsan’s short tour status allows for the constant re-energization and innovation of defending the base, accepting follow-on forces, and being prepared to take the fight north. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

From left to right: U.S. Air Forces Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, Col. Kathryn Gaetke, current 8th Fighter Wing commander, and Col. Peter Kasarskis, former 8th Fighter Wing designate a new commander of the Wolfpack during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. Kunsan’s short tour status allows for the constant re-energization and innovation of defending the base, accepting follow-on forces, and being prepared to take the fight north. (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 a salute as she accepts command of the 8th Fighter Wing from U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. Kunsan’s new leadership team ushers in a new era of joint-combined opportunities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

Republic of Korea Air Force Col. Yang - Jae, Ham, 38th Fighter Group commander, renders a final salute to U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, outgoing commander, during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. During the ceremony, outgoing commander, U.S. Air Force Peter Kasarskis relinquished command of the 8th Fighter Wing to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

From left to right: U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, Col. Peter Kasarskis, and Col. Kathryn Gaetke, render a salute during the national anthem at a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. Kunsan’s new leadership team ushers in a new era of joint-combined opportunities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

Members of the 8th Fighter Wing attend a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke took command of the Wolfpack from U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Giovanni Sims)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

From left to right: U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing commander, and Col. Peter Kasarskis, shake hands following their 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 Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke, 8th Fighter Wing commander, addresses the 8th Fighter Wing for the first time during a 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 Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

Chief Master Sgt. Nathan Bouchard, 8th Maintenance Group senior enlisted leader, stands in formation during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. This change of command ceremony marked the transition from U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, outgoing commander, to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Iverson, 7th Air Force commander, addresses the 8th Fighter Wing during a change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. This change of command ceremony marked the transition from U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis, outgoing commander, to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

The 8th Fighter Wing’s Col. Robin Olds heritage tail sits on static display during the 8th FW change of command ceremony at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. During the ceremony, outgoing commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Peter 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 Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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8th Fighter Wing changes command

U.S. Air Force Col. James Davis, 8th Operations Support Squadron commander, renders a salute during the national anthem at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, May 30, 2025. During the ceremony, outgoing commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Peter Kasarskis relinquished command of the 8th Fighter Wing to the incoming commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Kathryn Gaetke. (U.S. Force photo by Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls)

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