• Navy puts Growler to the test

    U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler from the VAQ-135 BLACK RAVENS of Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington trained alongside Eielson pilots during RED FLAG-Alaska 12-1.The BLACK RAVENS attended RF-A as just one portion of their training to familiarize themselves with the almost three year old EA-18G

  • USAF recruiter showcases 354 SFS

    The local AF recruiter spoke to more than 25 students at North Pole High School Oct. 18, 2011. The Air Force recruiter program reaches a wide audience and challenges its recruiters to effectively inform prospective applicants with information about how careers in the military should not go

  • Driving Fuel Efficiency Up and Home Costs Down

    Eavesdrop on a conversation these days and you are likely to overhear people talking about fuel and electricity; how much it costs, how much is used and how much is wasted. Since it is Energy Awareness Month, let us talk about how to save. With gas prices over $3.85 per gallon and threatening to

  • Eielson installs new SolarWall

    Anyone that has driven on Industrial Drive may have noticed the south wall on the vehicle operations building seems a lot browner.The new wall is part of the first SolarWall passive heating system installed on Eielson Air Force Base.The brown metal siding is perforated so fresh outside air can enter

  • Eielson promotes drug free community

    During Red Ribbon Week, Eielson AFB will celebrate being a drug free environment by involving youth and adults in various activities Oct. 22 to 30.Red Ribbon Week can be identified as the time when the elementary and high schools are adorned with banners and commemorative ribbons. Schools and

  • Fitness supplements: Knowledge is power

    Today's Air Force fitness standards continue to push Airmen to excel in physical fitness thereby creating a solid foundation for an Air Force culture focused on health and wellness. As Airmen embrace the fitness culture and the benefits of exercise and healthy food choices, some have discovered

  • Avoiding winter depression

    In certain parts of the planet climactic changes take a toll on local inhabitants in the form of seasonal affective disorder. The Iceman team is no stranger to the effects of this harsh environment, often enduring cold, dark winters with as little as three hours of sunlight.SAD is considered by the