• Happy Birthday Air Force

    Once again, it is time we count the Air Force another year older. At 61 years, the Air Force has come a long way in air power and is now known as the world's greatest air power. Stuart Symington was the first Secretary of the Air Force sworn in Sept. 18, 1947, the Air Force birthday. Based on

  • 3 teams, 1 theme: 'We're combat capable'

    Special events were held Sept. 5 to celebrate the Initial Operating Capability for Elmendorf's C-17 and F-22 units. Elmendorf's 3rd Wing, Alaska Air National Guard's 176th Wing and Air Force Reserve's 477th Fighter Group all declared IOC for their respective airframes. The IOC celebration was held

  • Arctic Warrior of the Week

    2nd Lt. Kelly EdwardsArctic Warrior of the WeekOrganization and duty title: 3rd Communication Squadron Chief of Networks Hometown: Oregon City, Ore. Hobbies: Fly-fishing, skiing, camping, backpacking and anything outdoors Mission contribution: I manage a 45-person team of some of the most brilliant

  • Arctic Warriors receive NJP

    Article 15s: An airman first class from the 3rd Mission Support Group received an Article 15 for a DUI and a failure to obey a lawful order. The punishment consisted of a reduction to the grade of airman, suspended reduction to airman basic, forfeiture of $100 pay per month for two months, 45 days