• Eielson Spotlight Awards honor local teachers

    In the spirit of Teacher Appreciation Week, Eielson reintroduced the Teacher Appreciation Spotlight Awards May 8, recognizing teachers and support staff members at Eielson-based schools for their hard work and dedication.The awards luncheon let teachers and supporting staff members know that Eielson

  • AF selects 35 Icemen for promotion to master sergeant

    Congratulations to the following Icemen who were selected for promotion to master sergeant:Robert Baker, 354th Maintenance SquadronJoseph Balzer, 354th Logistics Readiness SquadronJustin Brooks, 354th MXSRobert Carlson, 354th Civil Engineers SquadronJennie Carmichael, 354th Medical Operations

  • Be a wingman with AADD

    For more than 10 years, Airmen Against Drunk Driving has been the last line of defense for anyone who has had a plan fall through at Eielson. This year alone, AADD has provided over 80 Airmen with a ride home, and has possibly saved just as many lives.According to Master Sgt. Gary Lutz, 354th

  • Test pilots provide unique training to Aggressors

    Test pilots from Edwards Air Force Base, Calif., held a training course here April 23 through 27, teaching 18th Aggressor Squadron aviators to harness the power of the F-16 Fighting Falcon even when pushed beyond its limits. The course was tailored to Aggressor pilots who requested the training.

  • Munitions Icemen arm up

    Airmen throughout the 354th Maintenance Squadron worked 24-hour operations April 28 through 30 to receive a shipment of munitions to be used in support of upcoming exercises.Twice a year, Eielson receives a delivery of all armaments to sustain any training for the following six months. The shipment,

  • Eielson firefighters install, inspect child safety seats

    Eielson fire fighters educated local military families on child seat safety with free installations and inspections at Fire Station 1 here April 28.During the inspections, firefighters identified incorrectly installed, defective or broken child safety seats, and checked for anything that could harm

  • Self-defense class kicks it up for sexual assault awareness

    For an individual whose well-being or safety is threatened by physical violence, knowing how to react can make the difference between being able to defend themselves and becoming a victim.Eielson Airmen attended a self-defense class at the Baker Field House here April 25 to promote awareness and

  • Maintainers compete in MXG Olympics

    Icemen were challenged by friendly competition in a series of organized events in this year's 354th Maintenance Group Olympics April 20 at the weapons loading facility here.Airmen with the 354th MXG participated in several events, including a composite tool kit scramble, ammo can relay, flight