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Orders to Eielson AFB? See:
Plan My Move Booklet
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Eielson AFB
is located 26 miles southeast of Fairbanks, in the interior of
Alaska, about 110 miles south of the arctic circle. Fairbanks
has about 88,000 people and boasts many of the services you
would find in a similarly sized city in the lower 48. The city
of North Pole, where the spirit of Christmas lives year round,
is located just 8 miles from Eielson. North Pole is a small
friendly community with a basic selection of services such as:
dining, service organizations, parks, churches and events
throughout the year. Eielson boasts hiking, fishing, canoeing,
dog mushing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling and some of
the best Northern Lights Shows in the world. The base
operator's phone number is 907-377-1110. Eielson is in a high
cost area. Service members and DoD Civilians on base are
provided COLA.
History
The 354th Fighter Wing has a long and illustrious past. Since
its constitution in 1942, the unit has seen action in every
major conflict in which the United States has been involved,
except for the Korean Conflict. From the skies over Germany to
the sands of Iraq, the 354th has performed with distinction.
Originally, dubbed "Mile 26," in 1946, the area was renamed
Eielson AFB after famed arctic aviation pioneer Carl Ben
Eielson.
Mission
The 354th Fighter Wing is the host unit at Eielson Air Force
Base and is assigned to 11th Air Force, headquartered at
Elmendorf Air Force Base near Anchorage. Eleventh Air Force
falls under Pacific Air Forces, which is headquartered at
Hickam Air Force Base, Hawaii. The wing supports operations,
maintenance, mission support, and medical group functions and
is host to ten tenant units. The wing operates and maintains
PACAF's largest air-to-ground bombing range complex and
conducts PACAF's premier large force exercise, Red Flag -
Alaska. Eielson supports the operations of the 168th Air
Refueling Group, Alaska Air National Guard, which operates
KC-135 aircraft in support of PACAF operations. The wing hosts
the USAF Arctic Survival School (AETC), the Alaska ANG Search
and Recovery Det 1, which operates HH-60 helicopters, and Det
460 of the AF Technical Applications Center. Eielson supports
the 13th Space Warning Squadron at Clear AFS.
Population Served
Eielson AFB serves a population made up of over 6,900 active
duty, guard and reserve, family members, civilians,
contractors, and retirees.
Base Transportation
Currently, there is no base transportation on this
installation.
Sponsorship
Once your gaining organization has received confirmation of
your PCS, they will assign a sponsor to you. Your sponsor
should provide you with an Eielson sponsor package that has
information about the local community, including housing,
schools, employment, and any other information they think you
will need. Your sponsor should also provide you with
information about your gaining organization, including the
name of your Commander and First Sergeant. Keep your sponsor
informed during your PCS. If your arrival plans change, be
sure to contact your sponsor. Your sponsor will be responsible
for welcoming you to the base and your organization. Your
sponsor will assist with pre-arrival arrangements, answer
questions, meet you personally upon arrival, and ensure your
move to Eielson goes smoothly and all your in-processing needs
are met.
Forwarding Mail to Eielson AFB: Your mail can be forwarded to
Eielson at the following address: Your Name (Not General
Delivery) 365 Kodiak Street Stop 2000 Eielson AFB AK 99702.
Mail and packages can be forwarded no more than 60 days in
advance to Eielson's Postal Service Center. Due to limited
space, you will be required to appoint an individual from your
unit to receive any large parcels you may send. If you will be
sending any packages using FedEx or the United Parcel Service
(UPS), please send them to the above address and not to your
new work address at Eielson. Sending mail and packages to your
work address could delay you receiving them in a timely manner
upon arrival here. When you arrive, your mail can be picked up
Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm at the Postal Service Center
located in Bldg 365, next to the Shoppette. Anyone using the
general delivery address must contact the Eielson Postal
Service Center upon arrival to pick up their mail and packages
in a timely manner. Mail not picked up in a timely manner
could be subject to additional storage charges by the U.S.
Postal Service in Fairbanks if your mail has to be forwarded
to them for storage. If you have any questions or need special
assistance, you can contact the Eielson Postal Service Center
at 907-377-1841 or at DSN 317-377-1841.
Temporary Quarters
Reservations for temporary accommodations at the Eielson
Lodging Office (Goldrush Inn) on base can be made in advance
by calling 907-377-1844 or DSN 317-377-1844. Please do not
assume there will be space available for you if you do not
have a reservation. We have several exercises during the
summer months which coincide with our high PCS season. If you
do not have a reservation you will probably not get a room.
Reservations are highly encouraged to avoid having to send
members off base for lodging. Make your billeting reservations
as early as possible. PCS in members can stay in billeting for
30 days. Lodging can be extended for valid reasons upon
approval from the unit First Sergeant. Eielson now has 4 pet
friendly rooms available on base, be sure to make reservations
well in advance or make other arrangements for pets to be
boarded off base.
Relocation Assistance
The Newcomer's briefing is held on every Tuesday throughout
the month, from 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m., at the Military
Personnel Flight (MPF) building on the third floor. A clinic
in-processing is held on the same day, from 1:30 a.m.- 4:30
p.m. at the 354th Medical Clinic. Right Start Family
Information Day is an orientation for all active duty
military, government civilians, and family members that is
held the 2nd Thursday of every month during the months of
September-April. It is held on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of
every month during the months of May-August. It is a mandatory
briefing that will provide essential information regarding
winter survival, safety, legal, and on and off base events and
activities. Family members are encouraged to attend.
The Airman and Family Readiness Center has many resources and
services to help you make a successful transition to Eielson.
If you need household items while awaiting your shipment of
household goods, the loan closet has items available for
check-out until yours arrive. For furniture items contact the
housing office. Free child care is available through the Child
Care for PCS program for 20 hours per child within 60 days of
your arrival. Air Force Aid Society is available to assist
with financial emergencies that may occur. Stop by Bldg. 2631,
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. and Friday, 7:30 a.m.-
4:30 p.m. to see what is available to you during your move.
For more detailed information on the Airman and Family
Readiness Center and other base agencies call 907-377-2178 or
DSN 317-377-2178.
Critical Installation Information
Eielson AFB is located in interior Alaska where temperatures
can range from 95 degrees in the summer to -60 degrees in
extreme winter conditions.
If you are driving to Eielson in the winter, your vehicle
should be winterized prior to leaving your current location.
You should also carry an emergency kit in each vehicle. The
minimum requirement for vehicle winterization is a quality
engine block heater, anti-freeze mixed to provide protection
to -60 degrees, and up to 5W30 (standard) or 10W30 (synthetic)
motor oil. Ensure all belts and hoses are in good condition
and consider carrying spares if you are driving to Alaska.
When you arrive, it is imperative you have your vehicle
completely winterized. Costs for winterization vary with the
vehicle and services are available at the Car Care Center on
base or at any garage off base.
A winter vehicle emergency kit should include, at a minimum:
blankets, high energy source food (candy), water, flares, a
candle, matches, signaling device (fluorescent orange), first
aid kit and winter clothing (gloves, hat, coat, boots) for all
passengers.
Drive with caution and watch for icy roads and animals.
Caribou, moose and bear are often seen on the roadside or even
in the road. These animals often dart across the highway as
you approach them.
Firearms are not authorized in billeting, temporary living
facilities or dormitories. Firearms can be temporarily or
permanently stored in the Security Forces Armory located in
Building 451 Division Street, phone number 907-377-5130 or DSN
317-377-2036. |
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