• Maintainers Maintain Mission Readiness

    Fighter jets and heavies can rule the skies, but they need to get there first. It takes strict attention to detail from aircraft maintainers to service aircraft in order to launch them to the battlefield.

  • Let the hunting season begin

    Hunting season is now in session for Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s service and community members interested in this outdoor activity.

  • Preparing for safety in the school year

    With the school year rapidly approaching, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson recommends that parents begin to prepare themselves and their children for safety in the upcoming school year.

  • Getting informed about Measles

    On July 16, 2019, a case of measles was confirmed by the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services in the Kenai Peninsula region. The department encourages individuals who live in the area or who have traveled there recently to check with health care professionals as a preventive measure.

  • JBER's 3rd Wing celebrates 100th anniversary

    Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson is holding a celebration for the 3rd Wing’s 100th anniversary July 25-27.“The 3rd WG’s contribution to air power has passed the test of time by enduring since its first day in 1919,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Davis, 3rd WG commander.

  • ‘Crew Chief for a Day’ gives Airmen career broadening experience

    The U.S. Air Force has numerous careers and specialties geared toward ensuring its aircraft are fit for flight. Before those aircraft can even get off the ground, they need to undergo extensive checks, tests and servicing to make sure they are safe to fly. One group of Airmen charged with this