• Eielson Defenders test prototype cold weather gear

    Two 354th Security Forces Squadron Airmen load an M-249 Squad Automatic Weapon with prototype cold weather gloves at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Jan. 9, 2020. Even in minus 40 degrees, Security Forces Airmen must be able to use their hands to operate their weapon systems. (U.S. Air Force photo

  • Aggressors fly south for mobile training

    The 18th Aggressor Squadron departed Eielson this week to participate in exercise Sentry Aloha 20-1, which is scheduled to take place Jan. 8-22.For more than 20 years, Sentry Aloha exercises have provided tailored, cost-effective and realistic combat training for the U.S. Air Force, Air National

  • 354th Fighter Wing commander maps out 2020

    Col. Benjamin Bishop, 354th Fighter Wing commander, along with Chief Master Sgt. Joshua Hurt, 354th FW command chief, hosted two all-calls Jan. 2, 2020, to talk to Airmen about how the addition of F-35A Lightning II will change the culture of Eielson Air Force Base.

  • 354th CONS participates in Interior Alaska Industry Day

    Airmen assigned to the 354th Contracting Squadron attended the 2019 Interior Alaska Industry Day in Fairbanks, Alaska, Dec. 3. The event centered on providing information about government projects to local small businesses.

  • Focused flight despite limited light

    A U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to the 18th Aggressor Squadron (AGRS) soars above Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Nov. 26, 2019. Daylight is limited during the Alaskan winters, but Airmen adapt to continue daily operations regardless of any situation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman

  • Snow barn: solving Eielson AFB’s snow removal daily

    The 354th Civil Engineer Squadron snow barn is Eielson’s one-stop-shop for snow removal. Airmen assigned here keep the infrastructure of the base as safe as possible by cleaning snow and ice in order to maintain a mission ready status.