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Fort Wainwright's Apaches represent only U.S. Army arctic attack helicopter battalion
Updated: 21 hours ago
By John Dougherty
The Boeing AH-64 Apache is the U.S. Army's attack helicopter and the battalion stationed at Fort Wainwright is the only arctic attack helicopter battalion in the U.S. Army.
WATCH: Alaska National Guard heads to DC ahead of inauguration
Updated: Jan. 18, 2021 at 6:49 PM AKST
Around 50 members of the Alaska Air and Army National Guard are heading to Washington D.C. to help with inauguration security. The volunteers from Fairbanks and Anchorage are being taken to D.C. on a KC-135 tanker from the 168th Wing in Fairbanks. Around five members of the Air National Guard stationed at Eielson Air Force Base flew on the tanker to pick up an approximately 40 members additional of the Army National Guard.
Alaska National Guard to provide assistance for presidential inauguration
By KTVF Staff Reporter
Airman and Soldiers in the Alaska National Guard are going to be headed to Washington D.C. ahead of the presidential inauguration in order to assist the District of Columbia National Guard and federal civilian authorities.
Fort Wainwright transport helicopters play vital role in Army, Fairbanks community
Fort Wainwright is home to the Boeing CH-47 Chinook and the Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk, two transport helicopters that serve the Army and civilians alike.
Eielson AFB activates second F-35 fighter squadron, conducts 'elephant walk' training exercise
Updated: Dec. 22, 2020 at 4:17 PM AKST
On Friday, Eielson Air Force Base held two special events to demonstrate to the community just what has been happening behind the scenes at the base. At the beginning of the day, members of the 354th Fighter Wing and the Alaska Air Guards 168th Wing conducted an 'elephant walk.' The rapid response training exercise was designed to show 354th Fighter Wings ability to rapidly launch aircraft into the skies. Later they reactivated a historic fighter squadron.
Pearl Harbor Day: Tragedy in Hawaii shaped Alaska's place in history
Updated: Dec. 7, 2020 at 5:08 PM AKST
Every December 7, Americans are called to remember Pear Harbor, over 3,000 U.S. Sailors and Marines lost their lives in the surprise attack by the Japanese. While the attack may have happened thousands of miles from Alaska, historian Philip Wight said, "It directly lead to the invasion of Alaska and the transformation of the territory as we know it today. So Pearl Harbor was a really pivotal event in Alaskan history."
In worst case scenarios, arctic survival kits help keep Eielson F-35 pilots alive
Airman at Eielson Airforce Base have developed and installed custom arctic survival kits inside the newly arrived F-35 fighter jets.
Sgt. 1st Class Herbert Alex: An Alaskan Legacy
Updated: Nov. 11, 2020 at 6:01 PM AKST
By Victoria Granado
Over 200 miles northeast of Anchorage, on Mt. Sanford, three souls were lost in a tragic plane crash on February 19, 1971.
'It's an honor, nothing more' Fairbanks vets discuss Veteran's Day
November 11 is a day America has set aside to honor those who have served their country in the military. Traditionally there are ceremonies and other events to show appreciation for those who signed the dotted line and were willing to give all. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to disrupt traditions around the world, we decided to go to veteran's around Fairbanks and ask them why veteran's day is important and what it means to be a veteran.
Final rules announced allowing Alaska Native veterans to apply for federal land allotments
Updated: Nov. 5, 2020 at 4:33 PM AKST
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) finalized its rules Thursday to allow nearly 2,000 Alaska Native veterans to apply for federal land allotments of up to 160 acres in the state under the 2019 Dingell Act.
Eielson Airman found dead, identity withheld pending notification of next-of-kin
An Airman assigned to the 354th Fighter Wing was found dead off base at approximately 9:55 a.m., Nov. 2.
Update: Army conducts first courtesy patrol in Fairbanks
Updated: Oct. 2, 2020 at 4:21 PM AKDT
According to Command Sergeant Major of the First Stryker Brigade, Dan Rose, the patrols will drive military vans around Fairbanks during the evenings of Thursday's through Sundays. The goal of the patrols is to encourage soldiers to be good citizens.
Update: Man who died in fatal collision on Richardson Hwy identified as Fort Wainwright Soldier
The Fairbanks man who died in a fatal accident on the Richardson Highway Tuesday afternoon has been identified as a Soldier stationed at Fort Wainwright.
B1 Bomber aircraft at Eielson AFB to support allies and train in Arctic environments
Updated: Sep. 24, 2020 at 5:17 PM AKDT
Three B1 Bombers are operating out of Eielson Airforce Base as they support European Command missions and train in the arctic environment.
Eielson F-16 fighter jets make emergency landing at Bethel Airport
Two U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 354th Fighter Wing diverted to the Bethel Airport when one of the aircraft experienced an in-flight emergency at approximately 9 p.m., Sept. 22, 2020.
Fort Wainwright soldier dies of natural causes in Seattle hospital
A Fort Wainwright Soldier died Sunday, Sept. 13, at the University of Washington Medical Center in Seattle from natural causes.
Fort Wainwright housing project aims to update barracks for soldiers families living on base
Updated: Sep. 9, 2020 at 4:45 PM AKDT
Contractors are currently building and renovating family homes on Fort Wainwright to ensure that military families have modern and safe places to live according to the project manager. They are building 32 new units and renovating 58 homes.
Military dog gets a retirement ceremony
Updated: Aug. 28, 2020 at 5:31 PM AKDT
The U.S. Air Force held a retirement ceremony for a military working dog today. Teddy was showered with love and appreciation for his nine years of service.
Program allows some Alaska Native Vietnam vets to get land
Updated: Aug. 8, 2020 at 8:48 PM AKDT
Alaska Natives were allowed to apply for 160 acres (65 hectares) of land under the 1906 Alaska Native Allotment Act. Before a new law went into effect in 1971, there was a big advertising push to urge Alaska Natives to claim title if they hadn't already done so.
Eielson F-35s participate in their first 'Red Flag' exercise
Monday marked the first day F-35s stationed at Eielson Air Force Base took part in a RED FLAG-Alaska exercise. The 356th Fighter Squadron received its first F-35s in April and have been working and training to be ready for the operation over the last few months.
U.S. Air Force squadron commander pronounced dead in accident
A U.S. Air Force squadron commander was pronounced dead at the scene of an accident Aug. 1.
Relaxation, a perk of quarantine for returning Fort Wainwright soldiers
Updated: Jul. 16, 2020 at 5:30 PM AKDT
By Sara Tewksbury
Fort Wainwright soldiers who are in quarantine for two weeks after their nine-month deployment try to make the best of it, by relaxing and catching up on sleep.
Returning Fort Wainwright soldiers share what they are looking forward to
Updated: Jul. 7, 2020 at 4:51 PM AKDT
Over the last couple of months hundreds of soldiers from the 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division have returned to Alaska from the Middle East. We were able to speak with some of the soldiers who returned Tuesday about what they are most looking forward to now that they are back.
Veterans rekindle at Fairbanks Veteran's Memorial Park for annual cookout
By Jordan Rodenberger
After not being able to gather over recent months, the Fairbanks Vet Center was able to host their annual July Cook Out on Thursday, celebrating those have served our country.
US Army Alaska airborne task force parachutes onto Guam
By Press Release
Paratroopers from the 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, United States Army Alaska, parachuted onto Guam early in the morning as part of their Emergency Deployment Readiness Exercise from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska today.
U.S. Army aims to hire 10,000 soldiers in three-day nationwide virtual event
A nationwide effort by the U.S. Army aims to hire 10,000 soldiers in a three-day period. 'Army National Hiring Days' is the Army's first nationwide virtual hiring campaign, which started on June 30, and ends on July 2.
200 more Fort Wainwright soldiers return home from Middle East deployment
Updated: Jun. 22, 2020 at 4:15 PM AKDT
Approximately 200 hundred Fort Wainwright soldiers returned from their nine-month deployment to the Middle East in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
U.S. Army Alaska holds its first Juneteenth celebration
The celebration on Fort Wainwright started after a conversation between senior leadership and junior soldiers, with a soldier asking if they could hold a celebration. They had a speaker, soul food, and information about the history available around the dining facility.
B-52 Bombers conduct operations out of Eielson Air Force Base
Updated: Jun. 19, 2020 at 10:40 AM AKDT
Three B-52 H Stratofortress bombers from Barksdale Air Force Base in Louisiana are conducting operations out of Eielson Air Force Base. The bombers are deployed to support Pacific Air Forces' training efforts and demonstrate that they can take off from anywhere in the world.
Alaska National Guard airlifts "Into the Wild" bus from Stampede Trail
In a coordinated effort with the Department of Natural Resources, 12 Alaska Army National Guardsmen assigned to 1st Battalion, 207th Aviation Regiment accomplished the successful extraction of a 1940s era bus located west of the Teklanika River near Healy June 18, 2020.
First confirmed cases of COVID-19 on Fort Wainwright
A Fort Wainwright soldier and the soldier's immediate family have tested positive for COVID-19.
Fort Wainwright soldiers celebrate Army's 245th Birthday
The U.S. Army will celebrate its 245th Birthday on Sunday, June 14. Soldiers on Fort Wainwright celebrated this week with traditions like a 2.45-mile birthday run and a birthday cake.
Alaskans can nominate Purple Heart recipients for 2021 Purple Heart Patriot Project
Updated: Jun. 3, 2020 at 1:09 PM AKDT
The National Purple Heart Honor Mission is accepting nominations for its 2021 Purple Heart Patriot Project, which sends a Purple Heart recipient from every state on an all-expense paid trip to the U.S. Military Academy West Point as well as other historic sites.
First wave of Fort Wainwright soldiers return from nine-month deployment to the Middle East
Updated: Jun. 1, 2020 at 12:48 PM AKDT
Approximately 200 Fort Wainwright soldiers returned to Fairbanks on Saturday from a nine-month deployment to the Middle East in support of Operation Inherent Resolve.
Following feedback from soldiers, Fort Wainwright implements quality of life improvements
Updated: May. 29, 2020 at 4:55 PM AKDT
There have been changes on Fort Wainwright to improve soldiers' quality of life, including blackout curtains installed in barracks, the centrally located dining facility opening back up, and construction of a winter maintenance facility.
There have been changes on Fort Wainwright to improve soldier's quality of life, including blackout curtains installed in barracks, the centrally located dining facility opening back up, and construction of a winter maintenance facility.
National Purple Heart organization opens nominations for annual salute in New York
The National Purple Heart Honor Mission announced today that it is opening the nomination process for its 2021 Purple Heart Patriot Project.
'Privilege of a lifetime': 354th Fighter Wing Commander says goodbye to time in Alaska
"It's been the privilege of a lifetime, to serve as the commander of the 354th Fighter Wing, but also to be a member of the Fairbanks North Star Borough community. It's a special place in my heart, here in the golden heart of Alaska, not only for myself, but really the entire team here at Eielson and my own personal family," said 354th Fighter Wing Commander Colonel Benjamin Bishop.
'Privilege of a lifetime,' 354th Fighter Wing Commander says goodbye to time in Alaska
Medal of Honor recipient dies; saved lives in Afghanistan
By TOM FOREMAN Jr.
Former Army Staff Sgt. Ronald Shurer II, who received the Medal of Honor in 2018 for braving heavy gunfire to save lives in Afghanistan, has died of cancer. He was 41.
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