Articles

Jan. 5, 2024
Aerospace equipment flight provides around-the-clock support

The Aerospace Ground Equipment flight at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska provides 24/7 preventive and repair maintenance to essential equipment that ensures the various aircraft of the 3rd Wing can execute their missions.
Jan. 4, 2024
3rd Wing kicks off 2024 with Safety Day

In an effort to enhance safety measures and prevent mishaps, the 3rd Wing held its annual Safety Day, emphasizing the importance of everyday safety practices, on Jan. 3 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson.The event focused on mishap prevention for flights and inspections; safety and accident trend
Jan. 3, 2024
Love, Death and Regrowth

Senior Airman Alex Briley and Spc. Brandon Diaz quickly fell in love shortly after arriving on JBER. The two had just been married and began building their life together when disaster struck. Briley shares her story of struggle, resilience and rebuilding.
Dec. 14, 2023
Two JBER Airmen first to earn ESB

Two U.S. Air Force Airmen participated in the 2nd Brigade, 11th Airborne Division’s Expert Soldier and Expert Infantry Badge three-week course throughout September 2023, earning the Army’s Expert Soldier Badge on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.
Dec. 14, 2023
Master sergeant bolsters his mental health through theater

With winter closing in and daylight hours dwindling, activities and hobbies outside work time are more crucial than ever. Long, dark hours can have a profound impact on a service member's mental health and wellbeing. For Master Sgt. Rian Hudson, 673rd Security Forces Squadron flight chief, theater
Dec. 6, 2023
Running toward a better tomorrow

Airman 1st Class Jase Pursley barely managed to hold himself up over the nearest trash can, gasping for quick breaths between the vomit he failed to keep back. It was his junior year, he had just placed fourth in his 3,200-meter race for the Chinook High School track team, and his coach was patting
Dec. 1, 2023
JBER flying crew chief hits rare milestone, reflects on career

When we talk about multi-capable Airmen, our flying crew chiefs are just that – certified to work on multiple airframes. These maintainers keep planes soaring through the skies while also ensuring that crewmembers are safe and sound.
Nov. 30, 2023
Alaska service members use survey to fight for changes in OCOLA after recent reductions

Alaska’s service members can now complete a Living Pattern Survey, which runs through Dec. 31, giving them the chance to provide critical data that may counter decreases in their future Overseas Cost-of-Living Allowance. Recent reductions in OCOLA include a four-point decrease for service members in
Nov. 28, 2023
Mission readiness starts with combating seasonal affective disorder

With winter fast approaching, True North, a division within the U.S. Air Force that supports strengthening military members’ resilience and their mental health, is taking the initiative to combat seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, with mood-boosting stations for the 673d Security Forces
Nov. 21, 2023
Civilian Airman recognized at national level

A heavy-equipment maintainer from the 673d Logistics Readiness Squadron was recognized as the heavy equipment Technician of the Year by a national heavy-equipment organization.