Can civilians live on Eielson AFB?

Homes are available to Active Duty Military families with no application fee and all Air National Guard, Retired Military, DOD and DOD Contractors, and Civilians are welcome to apply.

What planes are at Eielson?

It was a historic day for Eielson Air Force Base as the installation received its first two F-35A Lightning II fighter aircraft April 21. With the arrival, Eielson AFB is now Pacific Air Forces’ first base to house the fifth-generation fighter aircraft.

What city in Alaska has an Air Force base?

Anchorage, Alaska

Elmendorf Air Force Base
Anchorage, Alaska in the United States of America
A F-22 Raptor of the 3d Wing at Elmendorf AFB during 2010
Elmendorf AFB Location in Alaska
Coordinates 61°15′05″N 149°48′23″W

Is Elmendorf AFB still open?

In 2010 it was amalgamated with nearby Fort Richardson to form Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson….

Elmendorf Air Force Base
Built 1940 (as Elmendorf Field)
In use 1940 – 2010 2010 – present (as Joint Base)
Fate Merged in 2010 to become an element of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
Airfield information

What planes are at Elmendorf AFB?

F-15C, F-15E, E-3, C-130, and C-12 aircraft. The 3rd Wing also provides air superiority, surveillance, tactical airlift, and agile combat support forces for global deployment, while maintaining the installation for critical force-staging and throughput operations in support of worldwide contingencies.

Where should I live near Eielson AFB?

Fairbanks, AK With a population of over 35,000, the city is located about 25 miles from the Eielson Air Force Base. Active-duty military and their families would find the Fairbanks area a thriving community in which to live and work. Homes for sale in the area start at $139,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home.

Does US have military base in Alaska?

Army Bases Fort Richardson is a United States Army base near the city of Anchorage, Alaska. It is the largest US base in Alaska and the hub of a network of bases in the area that includes Fort Greeley and Fort Wainwright.