• EOD supports president on tour in Malaysia

    They're told where they're going and who they're following, but what they could face is unknown. A team of five members from the 354th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordinance disposal flight recently had the opportunity to support a unique mission--supporting the commander in chief."How we get

  • Defenders: Combat ready, always

    "Shots fired, engaging target!" a voice calls out. Within seconds, a team of defenders rushes into the room to counteract the threat. The suspect is on the ground and cuffed in mere moments; the threat is neutralized.While this might sound like the scene out of a movie, Airmen from the 354th

  • Dirt Boyz: Paving the way for a cleaner base

    In the winter, they're seen driving giant snow brooms to ensure base personnel are able to drive safely. Now that the snow is gone, Dirt Boyz from the 354th Civil Engineer Squadron continue to work hard in cleaning the base and making it safe to drive."We're going to get into summer repair, which

  • Icemen soothe dental pain in Anchorage

    Military members heading to the dentist at least once a year is a common thing, but for some outside of the military, it could be life changing. Five Icemen from the 354th Medical Operations Squadron dental clinic joined more than 1,332 community volunteers to provide dental care to the Anchorage

  • Civil engineer UDMs prepare Icemen for downrange readiness

    What does it take to ensure the biggest squadron on base is ready to deploy in a moment's notice? A team of two unit deployment managers along with three Airmen doing behind the scenes work for the UDMs from the 354th Civil Engineer Squadron have a good idea of how that's done.Making sure that over

  • Eielson conducts SAPR stand-down day

    Eielson members participated in the first of two Sexual Assault and Prevention Response stand-down days this year April 18. The day followed an order from Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel that all military services set aside time each year to inform service members and Defense Department civilians

  • To honor with dignity

    When I first joined Eielson's base Honor Guard program, I really didn't know what kind of organization I was joining. I was just another first-term Airman seeking to make a mark in his career. It was just another bullet, another volunteer option in the long list of programs. However, I soon realized

  • LRS woodshop protects military assets

    When people think of any custom wood-working job the wing requires, the 354th Civil Engineer Squadron or contractors may come to mind. A dedicated area in the corner of the 354th Logistics Readiness Squadron, however, houses its own woodshop. There, Airmen fabricate custom-fitted containers for