• 18th FIS Change of Command

    U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Nathan Mondul, 18th Fighter Interceptor Squadron commander, right, receives the Meritorious Service Medal from U.S. Air Force Col. Samuel Chipman, 354th Operations Group commander, during a change of command ceremony at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, May 8, 2026. The 18th

  • Arctic Gold 26-2 validates rapid airpower generation

    The 354th Fighter Wing recently conducted Arctic Gold (AG) 26-2, a readiness exercise evaluating the wing’s proficiency in rapid generation, mobilization, and sustainment of combat-ready airpower from multiple deployed locations, April 27 to May 6, 2026.

  • Forging the Joint Force: Interoperability at RED FLAG-Alaska 26-1

    After two weeks of realistic air combat training and dynamic flying operations RED FLAG-Alaska 26-1 concluded at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, May 1, 2026. Eielson AFB and Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson are the home of RED FLAG-Alaska, leveraging the expansive airspace and diverse training

  • 36th FGS Airmen perform F-16 maintenance during RF-A 26-1

    36th Fighter Generation Squadron weapons load crew members replace an aircraft harness on an F-16 Fighting Falcon during RED FLAG-Alaska 26-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 29, 2026. In addition to aircrew, RF-A provides training for deployed maintenance and support personnel in

  • Osan ‘Leads the Charge’ at RF-A 26-1

    RED FLAG-Alaska (RF-A) 26-1 kicked off April 16, 2026, and the 36th Fighter Squadron assigned to Osan Air Base in the Republic of Korea, took the helm as the lead wing for this iteration. RF-A is a set of Pacific Air Forces commander-directed field training exercises for U.S. forces that provides

  • U.S. Marine Corps participates in RF-A 26-1

    U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning IIs are parked on the flight line during RED FLAG-Alaska 26-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 27, 2026. RF-A has a sustained history of Joint Force participation, combining training and exchanging tactics, techniques, and procedures to directly improve

  • Red Flag-Alaska 26-1 kicks off

    A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon takes off during Red Flag-Alaska 26-1 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, April 20, 2026. Realistic combat training sustains the readiness required for U.S. air and space operations. U.S. forces continue to prepare for a full range of contingencies. (U.S. Air

  • Dive into readiness at Eielson AFB

    The Baker Field House pool now offers new dedicated hours for lap swimming, providing time for swimmers to focus on fitness and overall well-being. Lap swim sessions are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-7 a.m. and 5-7 p.m. During these periods, the pool is reserved exclusively for lap

  • PFAS Open House Scheduled June 4

    Eielson AFB is holding a Public Open House on June 4, 2026, at the Hotel North Pole from 4:00-7:00 p.m. The Open House will provide community members with an update on the current per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) investigations and response efforts, impacts on local groundwater, and

  • 354th FSS: Serving those who serve

    When Airmen here lace up for a workout, stop by the dining facility for a hot meal or seek guidance with career management, a dedicated team is already at work behind the scenes making it all possible.The 354th Force Support Squadron delivers essential manpower and personnel services while managing