• Fly, fight, win: Red Flag-Alaska pilots

    The flight plans have been filed; the mission briefs have been completed. Now it's time for the key players in a multi-national force to come together and fly, fight and win. During Red Flag-Alaska, United States military pilots and coalition forces are provided the opportunity to train jointly over

  • Force Support Squadron takes on RF-A

    Approximately 1,400 U.S. and foreign military members have arrived for Red Flag-Alaska 09-2. The amplified workforce calls for additional support to provide basic needs and the 354th Force Support Squadron has willingly answered the call. "Red Flag-Alaska brings an increased number of military

  • Alaska legislature lowers hunting, fishing costs for military personnel

    Do you like hunting or fishing? Alaska's military members now enjoy cheaper access to the state's fish and game resources thanks to a recent change in state law. The two biggest changes are: · Active-duty military members and their dependents - even non-residents - can now obtain hunting licenses,

  • Team effort impacts Red Flag-Alaska

    Similar to a combat environment, Red Flag-Alaska gives its exercise participants a chance to work alongside their sister services and NATO partners, promoting team work and esprit de corps. The RF-A life support section is just one example of how a joint effort can make the mission successful. "It's

  • Homeowner or buyer assistance programs

    There are many homeowner assistance programs available that military, federal civilians or non-appropriated funds employees may qualify for. Available programs range from the home buying process, home loans, grants and potential financial assistance for relocation. The Eielson Air Force Base Housing

  • Reveille, retreat and taps begin May 1

    When Iceman Team members hear Reveille every morning at 7 a.m., Retreat every evening at 5:00 p.m., and Taps every night at 10 p.m., they should know how and when to render the proper respect. Reveille -- two bugle calls and the raising of the flag in front of Amber Hall-- signifies the start of the