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Jan. 23, 2026
354th MXG holds 2026 Annual Load Competition

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 355th Fighter Generation Squadron, 356th Fighter Generation Squadron and 18th Fighter Generation Squadron compete in the 2026 Annual Load Competition at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Each team was evaluated on speed, proficiency and safety throughout the competition,
Jan. 23, 2026
Press Release: JPARC Environmental Impact Statement Virtual Meetings Scheduled Jan. 24 – 29

The United States Department of the Air Force is in the initial stages of examining an optimization plan for the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex (JPARC).The JPARC consists of all airspace used for military training in Alaska, providing unmatched opportunities for present and future service,
Jan. 15, 2026
354th MXG holds 2025 4th Quarter Load Competition

Airmen from the 356th Fighter Generation Squadron load a dummy CATM-120B missile onto an MJ-1C load truck during a 4th Quarter Load Competition at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Jan. 9, 2026. During the load competition, teams were scored based on their ability to perform under stress and quickly
Jan. 7, 2026
Leadership goes on the road to celebrate the 2026 chief master sgt. selects

The 354th Fighter Wings newest chief master sergeants, pose for a photo at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Jan. 6, 2026.
Jan. 5, 2026
Arctic Resiliency Training Strengthens Eielson Airmen

Below-freezing temperatures and long stretches of darkness define life in this region, making Eielson’s Arctic Resiliency Training essential for Airmen living in this climate.
Nov. 24, 2025
Estate claims for Master Sgt. Shon B. Gilliland

The Commander regrets to announce the death of Master Sgt. Shon B. Gilliland, assigned to the 354th Medical Group as the First Sergeant at Eielson Air Force Base, who passed away Nov. 17, 2025.
Nov. 21, 2025
Eielson bolsters airpower readiness during Arctic Gold 26-1

The 354th Fighter Wing conducted Arctic Gold 26-1, a readiness exercise, on Eielson AFB, Nov. 17-19.
Sept. 30, 2025
Eielson welcomes first in-service recruiter

Military members have many different options in the way they can serve. An in-service recruiter allows active duty members to better understand these options and help make a transition to a part-time status through the Air Force National Guard or Reserves.
Sept. 25, 2025
New capability advances 354th Maintenance Group air support

The 354th Fighter Wing executed the units’ first Integrated Combat Turn (ICT) on a F-35A Lightning II, June 18, marking a milestone in Eielson’s capability to deliver efficient and lethal air combat sorties.
Sept. 18, 2025
Military Working Dog Kennels reopen after two years

The 354th Security Forces Squadron and base leadership held a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the reopening of the newly renovated military working dog kennels after being unusable for two years, Sept. 12, 2025.