• Golden Raven 18-01 integrates 354th FW, 168th WG

    Exercise Golden Raven 18-01 was a unique opportunity for the 354th Fighter Wing to integrate with the 168th Wing and conduct a training exercise that supported the Tanker Task Force mission, as well as to deploy personnel and cargo in support of contingency operations. This was the sixth operational

  • LRS helps Icemen prepare for Golden Raven 18-1

    An Airman from the 354th Logistics Readiness Squadron completes a hand receipt for individual protective equipment (IPE) in preparation for exercise Golden Raven 18-1, April 5, 2018, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. This will be the sixth operational readiness exercise conducted on Eielson since

  • SAAPM kicks-off at Eielson AFB

    Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) is recognized in April by both civilian and military communities. In 2018 we will continue with the theme "Protecting Our People, Protects Our Mission.”The Department of Defense observes SAAPM by focusing on creating the appropriate culture to

  • AFAF Campaign begins

    This week marked the start of the annual Air Force Assistance Fund campaign, giving Airmen the opportunity to support those in need. “The Air Force Assistance fund consists of four different charities,” said Senior Master Sgt. Franklin Perez, an installation project officer for this year’s campaign.

  • 354th MXS Propulsion Flight keeps jet in the fight

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Johnathan Vollbrecht, a 354th Maintenance Squadron propulsion flight jet engine intermediate maintenance technician, works on an F-16 Fighting Falcon engine March 22, 2018, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. During technical training the Airmen learn a variety of skills

  • Success through determination

    October 2009 will always be a significant date for Staff Sgt. David Noland; it’s when his journey in the Air Force began. After suffering years of mental and emotional abuse, he’s spent even longer trying to break down the walls and negativity that were built up, damaging his self-esteem and

  • Pump Ops Simulator allows firefighters to train in sub-zero temps

    While most firefighters across the world prepare for the day they come face-to-face with the extreme heat, firefighters at Eielson AFB are also challenged by the extreme cold.Located less than 200 miles from the Arctic Circle, the base experiences harsh temperatures often as low as minus 50 degrees

  • Icemen practice recovery operations during Arctic Gold 18-5

    It’s just another day in the office; the computers are humming, keyboard strokes are sounding and engines are starting to be spun-up and sent to work.“ALARM BLACK, MOPP LEVEL 4”You hear the words over the speaker system, AtHoc messages are ringing on everyone’s phones and Airmen are looking to

  • Battlefield Airmen integrate with F-35, improve air ground dominance

    During the F-35 Lightning II’s pre-Initial Operational Test and Evaluation, Airmen from the 3rd Air Support Operations Squadron had the opportunity to work with all three variants of the Joint Strike Fighter.Tactical Air Control Party Airmen coordinate air support with joint and international