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Aug. 20, 2024
JBER’s aerospace medics host training course

The 477th Aerospace Medicine Squadron’s medical team hosted an iteration of the Air Force Surgeon General’s MEDIC-X initiative at the 176th Air National Guard headquarters on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 1, 2024.
Aug. 16, 2024
Hungry Hungry Halibut exercise sharpens air warfighting skills

Hungry Hungry Halibut, a high-end integration air war exercise, took place on Aug. 1 and 2, 2024, providing unique opportunities to integrate various forces into multilateral training from simulated forward operating bases throughout Alaska.The 477th Fighter Group, the Air Force Reserve unit in
Aug. 15, 2024
Members from 3rd Wing and 477th Fighter Group depart JBER to U.S. Central Command AOR

Multiple agencies from the 673d Air Base Wing successfully supported the 3rd Wing and 477th Fighter Group’s rapid deployment to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility.
Aug. 2, 2024
The Hon. Ronald T. Keohane visits Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson

The Hon. Ronald T. Keohane, assistant secretary of defense for manpower and reserve affairs, toured Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardsonto better understand the current situation of service members and their families, July 30, 2024.
July 25, 2024
JBER’s Arctic Thunder Open House demonstrates Air Force and Army capabilities

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s Arctic Thunder Open House demonstrates Air Force and Army capabilities. ATOH is a biennial event, hosted by JBER, is one of the largest in the state and one of the premier aerial demonstrations in the world. The event features multiple performers, including the JBER
July 25, 2024
Minot’s mighty B-52 takes arctic defense to new heights

In a rare deployment to Alaska's airspace, two B-52 Stratofortresses from Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, recently took part in the Arctic Defender exercise at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, marking a significant milestone in military cooperation and readiness.
July 24, 2024
Arctic Thunder Open House 2024 concludes, preparation for 2026 begins

Arctic Thunder Open House concluded for the year at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 22, 2024.
July 19, 2024
JBER welcomes Alaska community to Arctic Thunder Open House 2024

Team JBER welcomes all to the 2024 Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson July 20 and 21.
July 16, 2024
JBER welcomes new installation commander, Col. Lisa Mabbutt

U.S. Air Force Col. Lisa Mabbutt assumed command of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and the 673d Air Base Wing during a change of command ceremony July 16.
July 15, 2024
Col. Kevin “Jinx” Jamieson bids farewell to 3rd Wing at final all-call

In the heart of Alaska's rugged terrain, where the elements test both man and machine, U.S. Air Force Col. Kevin Jamieson has made his mark as the 3rd Wing commander at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.