KOREA
U.S. Air Force Capt. Griffin Line, 35th Fighter Squadron pilot, flashes the 35th FS “Push it Up” sign during exercise Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 at Kunsan Air Base.

(Senior Airman Landon Gunsauls/8th Fighter Wing)

U.S. Air Force Capt. Griffin Line, 35th Fighter Squadron pilot, flashes the 35th FS “Push it Up” sign during exercise Ulchi Freedom Shield 25 at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 20, 2025. UFS25 is designed to present participants with realistic threat scenarios to enhance unit readiness and strengthen combined defense capabilities.

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