• Johnston takes command of the 354th Fighter Wing

    The 354th Fighter Wing held a change of command ceremony as U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Townsend, 354th FW outgoing commander, relinquished command to Col. Matthew Johnston, 354th Fighter Wing incoming commander, July 2, 2025. The ceremony was attended by military and civilian leaders from throughout

  • Aerial integration at Red Flag-Alaska 25-2

    U.S. Navy Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 86 F-35C Lightning II, 35th Fighter Squadron “Pantons” F-16C Fighting Falcon, and Japan Air-Self Defense Force F-15J Eagle participate in Red Flag-Alaska 25-2 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 25, 2025. Red Flag-Alaska provides pilots and ground crews

  • 354th MUNS welcomes new commander

    U.S. Air Force Maj. Garrett Evans, 354th Munitions Squadron incoming commander, renders an initial salute to the formation during a change of command ceremony at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 26, 2025.

  • ROKAF takes to the skies during RF-A 25-2

    Republic of Korea Air Force Capt. Taek Geun Lim, KF-16 Fighting Falcon pilot, takes off during Red Flag-Alaska 25-2 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 24, 2025. RF-A reinforces the strong alliance between the U.S. and ROK through integrated training and shared mission execution.

  • The gear behind the mission: Red Flag-Alaska 25-2

    Equipment is displayed in the Aircrew Flight Equipment office during Red Flag-Alaska 25-2 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 16, 2025. Flight equipment enables pilots to safely operate in high-performance environments, ensuring mission success during joint and allied operations.

  • REAL ID Act requirement implementation for base access

    Effective June 30th, 2025, Eielson AFB will enforce the REAL ID Act of 2005, in alignment with federal mandates. This act establishes minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards, impacting access to federal facilities, including military installations.