Pride of the Pack: SrA Josue De La Rosa

Photo By Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker | U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Josue De La Rosa, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, brings a fuel hose to an aircraft for refueling at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 6, 2026. De La Rosa was selected as the Wolf Pack’s "Pride of the Pack" for the week of Aug. 3-7 due to his willingness to step outside his normal duties to assist his wingmen in getting the mission done. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker)  

KUNSAN AIR BASE, SOUTH KOREA

08.06.2026

Story by Staff Sgt. Cedrique Oldaker 

8th Fighter Wing

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Josue De La Rosa, a native of Laredo, Texas, and 8th Logistic Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, was awarded the 8th Fighter Wing’s Pride of the Pack for the week of August 3 – 7 for outstanding performance while accomplishing mission critical tasks outside of his primary job responsibilities.

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Josue De La Rosa, a native of Laredo, Texas, and 8th Logistic Readiness Squadron fuels distribution operator, was awarded the 8th Fighter Wing’s Pride of the Pack for the week of August 3 – 7 for outstanding performance while accomplishing mission critical tasks outside of his primary job responsibilities. Specifically, De La Rosa’s efforts were integral toward assisting the 8th LRS’ Fuels Facilities team with accomplishing daily operational inspections during a manning shortfall. He performed 188-point inspections on a $64M fuels system, while operating the system to deliver 44,518 gallons of JP-8 jet fuel to 13 allied Republic of Korea Air Force assets, showcasing flight cohesion and the combined-interoperability between the U.S. and ROK armed forces.

Senior Airman De La Rosa also provided escort and operational support for five concurrent infrastructure projects which enabled contract deadlines to be met. This expedited the completion of a minor repair on two fuel fill stands that restored 900 thousand gallons of refueling capabilities. Moreover, De La Rosa’s support to recommissioning the fill stands alleviated manning constraints, saving 1,800 man-hours annually.

Thank you, Senior Airman De La Rosa, for your outstanding leadership and dedication to the Wolf Pack mission. Congratulations on being this week’s Pride of the Pack!

• Date Taken: 08.06.2026
• Date Posted: 08.10.2026 20:22
• Story ID: 571823
• Location: KUNSAN AIR BASE, KR