Thomas E. Kunkel

Thomas E. Kunkel
Official portrait, 2024
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Air Force
Years of service1994–2024
RankMajor General
CommandsNATO Airborne Early Warning and Control Force
23rd Wing
609th Air and Space Operations Center
41st Rescue Squadron
Battles / warsWar in Afghanistan
Iraq War
AwardsDefense Superior Service Medal
Legion of Merit (2)
Distinguished Flying Cross
Bronze Star Medal (3)

Thomas E. Kunkel is a retired United States Air Force major general who served as the commander of the NATO Airborne Early Warning and Control Force. He also served as the deputy director for operations of the Joint Staff.