Elmendorf repositions aircraft in response to Redoubt eruption

Published March 26, 2009

ELMENDORF AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- The 3rd Wing is repositioning aircraft as a precautionary measure due to recent eruption of Mt. Redoubt to prevent possible ash damage. The base is moving four F-15C's, one E-3 AWACS, and one C-17 to Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. Additionally, two C-17's are being moved to McChord Air Force Base near Tacoma, Wash. All other Elmendorf aircraft will be sheltered in place. The base and airfield remain open.

For more information, call the Elmendorf AFB straight talk line at 907-552-0101, 1-866-237-5182, or visit www.elmendorf.af.mil.

Further information will be released as it becomes available.