Dec. 21, 2020 Alaska Air National Guard 168th Wing dedicates KC-135 flagship in honor of Fairbanks community The Alaska Air National Guard's 168th Wing honors Fairbanks, Alaska, the city it calls home, with the dedication of the wing's flagship aircraft, Dec. 18, 2020. "We have strong ties with our local communities and Fairbanks is where many of our Airmen live, work and raise their children," said Col.
Dec. 14, 2020 168th Wing keeps the Holiday spirit alive in 2020 EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- Children's smiles and loud Santa "thank-you's" were seen and heard through the car windows as families drove through a winter wonderland display at the 168th Wing. Volunteers from different squadrons built holiday scenes for the children to celebrate as a part of a
Nov. 19, 2020 168th Wing Honors Airman during Alaska Native Heritage Month The 168th Wing salutes Airman 1st Class Asa Bergamaschi. November is American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. It is a time we can celebrate diverse cultures and heritage. Bergamaschi serves as a jet engine mechanic on the KC-135 Stratotanker in the 168th Maintenance Squadron at Eielson Air
Nov. 11, 2020 48 years in uniform EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska — When Craig Thomas enlisted as an Aerial Port Squadron Technician in the U.S. Air Force in December 1971, he never imagined he would become a doctor, let alone that he would go on to serve for over 48 years.
Oct. 15, 2020 168th Wing unveils new tail flash on Stratotanker aircraft at Eielson AFB EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska – A KC-135 Stratotanker from the Alaska Air National Guard’s 168th Wing was unveiled Oct. 15, showcasing a new tail flash.The 168th Wing continues to have strong ties to local communities in interior Alaska as the “hometown Air Force.” In collaboration with Tanana
April 16, 2020 168th Wing recruiters complete virtual enlistments despite COVID-19 The social distancing requirements caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has not stopped Alaska Air National Guard recruiters from enlisting applicants.