Officials discuss Qatar mission

Col. David Gunter, commander of the 366th Fighter Wing at Mountain Home Air Force Base, and wing Command Chief Master Sgt. Joseph Rohde speak with local leaders after a briefing before the Idaho Legislature’s Committee on Federalism at the Idaho State Capitol on Nov. 14.

Photo by Senior Airman Alexandria Byrd

Questions and concerns regarding the creation of a new international military combat training mission at Mountain Home Air Force Base involving military members from the nation of Qatar gained attention as city and base officials met with state representatives during a scheduled meeting.

Col. David Gunter, who recently took command of the 366th Fighter Wing at Mountain Home Air Force Base, provided an update regarding the continuing development of the new training squadron during the Nov. 14 hearing.

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