The 8th Fighter Wing recently began integrating into Ulchi Freedom Shield, a joint, combined, and interagency exercise Aug. 19. The multi-week 7th Air Force exercise aims to enhance readiness, interoperability, and coalition partnerships by bringing together military forces from the U.S and the Republic of Korea to practice responding to a range of scenarios, from humanitarian crises to armed conflict. Conducted annually, UFS24 strengthens the U.S.-ROK Alliance, enhances joint defense readiness, and promotes security and stability on the Korean Peninsula. More