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JBER BASH program soars
Nov. 7, 2018 - On Sept. 22, 1995, an E-3B Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System, call sign Yukla 27, crashed, killing all on board.
Sitka 43 continues to serve eight years after fatal crash
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Pamela Proteau, a 773d Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle operator, picks up part of a wing using a 10k all-terrain forklift to remove wreckage debris at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 28, 2018. Proteau was part of a large wreckage disposal team whose mission was to remove debris from the fatal crash of the Sitka 43 C-17 Globemaster III that had been stored at JBER since 2010. After multiple shipments, the ‘Sitka 43’ wreckage is finding a new purpose at the Air Force Safety Center (AFSEC) Crash Lab at Kirtland Air Force Base, N.M.
Oct. 15, 2018 - More than eight years ago, a Boeing C-17 Globemaster III belonging to the 3rd Wing and operated jointly with the 176th Wing, lifted off the runway at what was then known as Elmendorf Air Force Base, to conduct practice for an upcoming airshow.
Red Flag in the Last Frontier: it’s a bear fight
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Gabriel Materas, 144th Fighter Wing crew chief from Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, fuels a United Kingdom Royal Air Force C-130J during Red Flag-Alaska 18-3 at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 13, 2018. In RF-A 18-3 U.S. Army and Navy aviators in addition to Air Force Airmen are expected to fly, maintain and support more than 100 aircraft from more than a dozen units during this iteration of the exercise.
Aug. 23, 2018 - Crossing paths with an aggressive mother black bear. Losing his footing and plummeting down the jagged terrain of a 3,500-foot mountain peak. He knows his adversaries, and he’s prepared to confront them. Royal Air Force Flight Lieutenant Pete Marshall, 47th Squadron RAF C-130J pilot, is in the Last Frontier for the first time, flying missions in Red Flag-Alaska 18-3 and summiting mountains in his down time.
3rd OSS honors a storied past
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Paul Babbitt, with the 3rd Operations Support Squadron aerospace flight equipment section, holds the 3rd OSS patch he designed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 12, 2018. Babbitt had the opportunity to design the new patch after squadron leadership thought an update was necessary.
Aug. 15, 2018 - It’s been said that every successful air mission begins and ends on the flightline. That’s true for a Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson unit with a long legacy.
SECAF visits JBER
Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson is greeted by Lt. Gen. Kenneth S. Wilsbach, Commander of Alaska Command and the 11th Air Force at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug.8, 2018. During her visit Wilson plans to meet with JBER Airmen and personally see the unique capabilities they bring to the Pacific theater.
Aug. 10, 2018 - Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson visits Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 8 to 10, 2018.
3rd Wing to transfer leadership from Niemi to Davis
JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska -- Air Force Col. Christopher Niemi became the 3rd Wing commander in a change-of-command ceremony May 20, 2016 at Hangar 1 on JBER. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)
Aug. 1, 2018 - The 3rd Wing is scheduled to host a change-of-command ceremony at Hangar 1 on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Aug. 6, 2018. U.S. Air Force Col. Christopher Niemi will transfer command of the wing to U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Davis.
703rd AMXS Crew Chiefs maintain more than aircraft
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Silvestre Rojas and Senior Airman Michael Ela, both 517th Aircraft Maintenance Unit communication navigations specialists, test the counter measures dispensing system on a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 26, 2018. During this process, the aircraft is cordoned off and the specialists test the flare dispensers for functionality.
July 31, 2018 - Currently, the U.S. Air Force fields more than 35 types of aircraft, with an equally exceptional number of dedicated and precision-based crew chiefs to maintain them.
525th AMU Crew Chiefs take leadership, followership to new heights
Four 525th Aircraft Maintenance Unit F-22 Raptor crew chiefs discuss a job at the beginning of their shift at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 19, 2018. Tactical aircraft maintainers are responsible for inspecting the aircraft, fixing any issues that develop during flight, repairing landing gears, engines, hydraulic systems, tire inspection ensuring every component of these high-performance aircraft is maintained to precise standards.
July 24, 2018 - In contrast to the uniformity of the aircraft they maintain, crew chiefs are unique individuals, from various backgrounds, each contributing something different to the flying mission.
Open house closes with thunderous roar
The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Demonstration Team performs during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 1, 2018. During the biennial open house, JBER opens its gates to the public and hosts multiple performers including the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, JBER Joint Forces Demonstration and the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team.
July 2, 2018 - Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson hosted the Arctic Thunder Open House, the Last Frontier's premier
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3rd Maintenance Group 

Col. Mathew Powell
Commander
Col. Mathew Powell

The 3rd Maintenance Group is responsible for component, equipment, aircraft, maintenance and munitions support for C-130, F-22, C-17, C-12, and E-3 aircraft and maintenance operations to support 3rd Wing taskings

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3rd Operations Group

3rd Operations Group

 
Commander
 Col. Richard Koch 

 The 3rd Operations Group provides premier combat-ready aerospace forces to warfighting commanders tasked to defend and protect U.S. interests in the Pacific region and around the world.  The group trains, mobilizes, and employs five squadrons comprised of C-17 Globemaster, C-12 Huron, E-3 Sentry, and F-22 Raptor aircraft, providing unmatched air dominance, global mobility, and command and control for Combatant Commanders. Additionally, the group sustains installation operations at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson for critical force-staging and throughput operations in support of worldwide contingencies.

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- Execute the mission
- Lead, develop, and care for our Airmen and their families
- Manage resources
- Improve the unit

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