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Aug. 26, 2024
168th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron welcomes a new Honorary Commander

The 168th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron welcomed its new Honorary Commander to the Wing on August 22, 2024. Jim Matherly, regional director for the Interior, former mayor, and 168th Wing honorary commander, visited the squadron and learned about the mission's inner workings for air refueling in the
Aug. 14, 2024
168th Wing's Devotion to Fairbanks Veterans Stand Down

The 168th Wing volunteers at the 25th annual Veterans Stand Down at Pioneer Park Civic Center in Fairbanks, Alaska, August 19, 2023. The 168 WG has been part of the event for 20 years, providing medical screenings, preparing meals, and connecting with Veterans.
Aug. 7, 2024
168th Wing Bring a Buddy to Work Day, Traversing the Guard Opportunities

The 168th Wing held a Bring-a-Buddy to Work Day, inviting friends, family, and community partners to visit and learn about the wing’s mission and jobs. Wing members shared their capabilities and described a day at the office and the missions they often get involved with over their careers.
July 24, 2024
Alaska Dreams come true for 168th Operations Group, 213th Space Warning Squadron Commander

CLEAR SPACE FORCE STATION, Alaska – Lt. Col. Jody Schweickart assumes command of the 213th Space Warning Squadron, Alaska Air National Guard, during a change of command ceremony, May 21, 2024, at Clear Space Force Station.
July 11, 2024
168th Security Forces demonstrate combat skills alongside top Defenders across the Pacific Air Forces

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam—U.S. Air Force Defenders from the 168th Security Forces Squadron, Alaska Air National Guard, competed with unit pride in their hearts and on their sleeves against Defenders from SFS Squadrons across the Pacific Air Force in the Advanced Combat Skills Assessment at
June 24, 2024
168th Wing takes Airmen to the skies during Red Flag Alaska Aerial Refueling Mission

The 168th Wing has a unique role in delivering vital air refueling support in the Pacific and Arctic regions and plays a crucial part in every Red Flag at Eielson Air Force Base, ensuring the high operational tempo and teamwork exercise are refueled. The refueling provided by the 168 WG strengthens
May 20, 2024
Security Forces Defenders at Clear Space Force Station recognize National Police Week

CLEAR SPACE FORCE BASE, Alaska – U.S. Air National Guard Airmen with the 268th Security Forces Squadron, Alaska Air National Guard, organized a week of law enforcement activities to honor fallen Security Forces Airmen and law enforcement members from across the country who died in the line of duty.
May 10, 2024
354th Medical Group and 168th Operations collaborate on Hyperlite Hyperbaric stretcher training

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska – Flyers, divers, and jumpers are in a unique special duty community where they may be exposed to risks in their military operational duties. With preparedness at the forefront and the key to helping people, Airmen of the 354th Fighter Wing and 168th Wing conducted a
May 7, 2024
168th Wing Refuels Red Flag Alaska - Going the Distance

Red Flag-Alaska 24-1, a Pacific Air Forces-led exercise, ramped up operations at Eielson Air Force Base, allowing an exchange of tactics, techniques, and procedures with the visiting Italian Air Forces, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Navy, April 18 – May 3, 2024. Approximately 2,000 service members
April 16, 2024
168th Wing enables Fighter Support over the Pacific during Agile Reaper 24-1

Airmen from the 168th Wing support Agile Reaper 24-1, providing combat refueling capabilities to the 3rd Air Expeditionary Wing F-22 Raptors and airlift for cargo and passenger assets traveling from Joint Base Elemendorf-Richardson, Alaska, to Guam and multiple locations across the Pacific. As part

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