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Sept. 30, 2025
Help available for Airmen, Guardians, civilians to mitigate lapse in appropriations impact

Assistance to reduce the impact of the government shutdown on Airmen, Guardians, civilians and their families is available through various means.
Sept. 4, 2025
168th Maintenance Group Awarded Alaska Governor’s Distinguished Unit Citation

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska — The 168th Maintenance Group, part of the 168th Wing stationed at Eielson Air Force Base, has been awarded the prestigious Alaska Governor’s Distinguished Unit Citation for exceptional performance and mission support from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2024.
Sept. 3, 2025
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS IN THE ESTATE OF ROBERT ROSA

It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely death of 2nd Lt. Robert Rosa, 213th Space Warning Squadron, Clear Space Force Station. Maj. Chadwick Petrie has been appointed as Summary Courts Officer. All claims for or against the decedent’s estate must be submitted to the Summary Courts
Aug. 29, 2025
Under Fire and Under Pressure 168th Medics Train for Real-World Combat Casualty Care

FORT WAINWRIGHT, Alaska – Airmen from the 168th Wing Medical Group engaged in an advanced, rigorous combat-casualty-care exercise at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, designed to sharpen their skills in delivering lifesaving care under hostile conditions, Aug 5, 2025. The training, conducted in coordination
Aug. 25, 2025
Miss Malaynee White, Miss Fairbanks, Elevates Visibility for Women in the Trades

FAIRBANKS, Alaska — At just 20 years old, Melaney White, crowned Miss Fairbanks and a rising contender in the Miss Alaska USA competition, is using her platform to champion a cause close to her heart, women in the trades, and challenging gender stereotypes to shine a spotlight on women pursuing
Aug. 18, 2025
168th Wing Serves Veterans at the Fairbanks Veterans Stand Down

FAIRBANKS, Alaska – The Alaska Air National Guard’s 168th Wing proudly continued its long-standing tradition of service at the annual Fairbanks Veterans Stand Down, held for the first time this year at the Carlson Center, Aug 16, 2024.
Aug. 2, 2025
168th Wing Powers Global Air Refueling in Largest Pacific Contingency Exercise

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska – Exercising at speed and scale, providing operational readiness to U.S. and allied partners, the 168th Wing of the Alaska Air National Guard will execute global reach air refueling during Exercise Arctic Raven, its dedicated role in Exercise Resolute Forces Pacific.
July 31, 2025
168th Wing Honors Interior Alaska Communities in Tail Flash Naming Ceremony

Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska – The 168th Wing of the Alaska Air National Guard held a naming ceremony for the KC-135 tail flashes on July 31, 2025, to honor the deep ties between the unit and the interior Alaska communities it proudly serves and protects. The wing invited representatives from the
July 16, 2025
168th Wing Airmen Attend ARPC Seminar to Improve Personnel Integration and Efficiency

Buckley Space Force Base, Colo. — Airmen from the 168th Force Support Squadron participated in a two-day seminar at Headquarters Air Reserve Personnel Center (ARPC) June 10–11, aimed at improving collaboration, understanding, and efficiency in personnel management across the Air Reserve Component.
July 3, 2025
168th Medical Group Prepares at Alpena CRTC for High-Stakes Missions

ALPENA COMBAT READINESS TRAINING CENTER, Mich. — The 168th Wing Medical Group continues to strengthen its operational edge, proving lethality in today’s battlespace isn’t just about combat power. It’s about readiness and the ability to respond quickly in complex, high-stakes environments. Nowhere

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