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The U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team from Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, performs a practice demonstration over the flight line during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 19, 2024. The F-22 Raptor is a multi-capable aircraft with the ability to perform air-to-air and air-to-ground missions, harnessing the full potential of the 5th generation aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Justin Connaher)
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Faster Entry to Arctic Thunder

Based on traffic patterns yesterday, we urge anyone looking to come out this morning to use public parking access through Richardson Gate at the address below. It is slightly farther than Boniface Gate, our main gate, but was much faster to access the open house grounds during yesterday’s show. We hope to see you at […]

Jayden Cruz, 2, plays with a toy airplane during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 29, 2022. This biennial event hosted by JBER is one of the largest in the state and one of the premier aerial demonstrations in the world. The event features multiple performers to include the JBER Joint Forces Demonstration Team, U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team, Pacific Air Forces C-17 Demonstration Team and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Justin Connaher)
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Why wait for 2026?

Why wait for 2026 when you can join us this Sunday, July 21st, at Arctic Thunder Open House? Gates open at 9 a.m. for public access to the open house. Please carpool where possible as parking is limited. Some important areas to review: We look forward to seeing you there.

Police canine poses with handler at the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 31, 2022. This biennial event hosted by JBER is one of the largest in the state and one of the premier aerial demonstrations in the world. The event features multiple performers to include the JBER Joint Forces Demonstration Team, U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team, Pacific Air Forces C-17 Demonstration Team and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maria Galvez)
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Boniface & Richardson Gates are Closed

Thank you for a fantastic turnout at Arctic Thunder Open House today! We have reached full capacity in our parking areas, and Boniface and Richardson gates are now closed for entry for the day. Please come join us tomorrow; Richardson and Boniface gates will open at 9 a.m. for public access to the open house. […]

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Arctic Thunder Has Returned

Good morning Alaska! Arctic Thunder has returned to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. The gates are open and we are looking forward to seeing you. As a reminder, parking will be challenging this year, so please carpool as capable. Some important areas to review: We look forward to seeing you there.

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, is opened to the public during the Arctic Thunder Open House, July 30, 2022. This biennial event hosted by JBER is one of the largest in the state and one of the premier aerial demonstrations in the world. The event features multiple performers to include the JBER Joint Forces Demonstration Team, U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team, Pacific Air Forces C-17 Demonstration Team and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team. (U.S. Air Force photo by Alejandro Peña)
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Thank you!

Thank you Anchorage and all who came from near and far to join us for Arctic Thunder Open House 2022. It was an amazing two days of non-stop action, making new friends, learning, and sharing laughs with one another. We hope you had as much fun as we did and are looking forward toward the […]

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Spotlight | JBER Fire and Emergency Services

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Fire and Emergency Services personnel are always ready – whether it’s fighting structure or wildland fires, providing emergency medical assistance, rescuing people from icy rivers, or dealing with hazardous materials. Take a look at some of what they do and what makes being a firefighter on JBER special.

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Spotlight | 673d Force Support Squadron

The 673d Force Support Squadron provides a robust array of outdoor activities and opportunities to Soldiers, Airmen, Sailors, Marines, and all eligible DoD ID card holders at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Whether it’s whitewater rafting on Eagle River, climbing Matanuska Glacier, or getting a license to pilot a floatplane, the 673d FSS has the gear, guides, […]

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor zooms past spectators during the F-22 Demonstration at the Arctic Thunder Open House Special Needs and Department of Defense Family Day at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 29, 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Javier Alvarez)
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F-22 Raptor Demonstration Preview

With only a handful of days to go until the gates of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson open for the start of Arctic Thunder Open House 2022, we can hardly contain our excitement. We hope you are planning to spend your weekend with us where there is something for everyone. If you enjoy live music, we have […]

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The Schedule Has Landed

Thank you for being so patient as we finalized our schedule for this Saturday and Sunday. We are pleased to announce that it has been posted. Please bear in mind all scheduled shows and events are subject to change. Please remember to check the both the Admissions Information and Entry Restrictions pages to allow for […]

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Performers Update

With only a few days to go, we have had a small change in our list of performers. Anthony Oshinuga of Epic Fuels will be unable to join us this year flying his Pitts Special Custom S-1S Aerobatic Biplane dubbed “Black Hawk”. In his place though, the U.S. Navy West Coast F-18 Demo Team (West […]

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3-Weeks Away | Coming Updates

With only 3 weeks away from the start of Arctic Thunder Open House, we are laser focused on finalizing the remaining event information and getting that information into your hands. In the coming days, the even map will be incrementally updated, the schedule will be expanded to give you more information about performances and events, […]

Grayson Phillips, 2, and his mother, Morgan Phillips, JBER civilian, enjoy the air show during the Arctic Thunder Open House Special Needs and Department of Defense Family Day at JBER, Alaska, June 29, 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Caitlin Russell)
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New for 2022 – Premium Seating

In years past, Arctic Thunder Open House offered tickets to bleacher seating close to the action along the flight line. This year, we are taking it up a notch. We would like to introduce the Spartan and Raptor Club premium seating options. Premium seating affords you access to the optimal viewing angle for all performances, […]

Lincoln, 4, and his father Tech. Sgt. Jeremy Hamblin inspect a CH-47 Chinook helicopter during the Arctic Thunder Open House Special Needs and Department of Defense Family Day at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 29, 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Alejandro Peña)
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Admissions Information Updated

Is Arctic Thunder on your schedule for July 30th and 31st? Arctic Thunder Open House 2022 admissions information has been updated. As always, admissions and parking to Arctic Thunder is completely free to public. One change to take note of from years past. Premium seating tickets can be purchased online. We look forward to seeing […]

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A Different Kind of Arctic Thunder

RED FLAG has kept the skies over Alaska filled the last couple of weeks, including operations with the Republic of Singapore Air Force and the U.S. Navy! And keeping them all up there is the tankers’ aerial refueling support. See more from RED FLAG-Alaska by clicking below. #ReadyAF #redflag #flynavy #AimHigh #airforce #ArcticThunder #Alaska #Anchorage […]

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Performers Announcement

With Arctic Thunder Open House 2022 only a few months away, the planning team has been fast at work locking down all the preparations for its first in-person show since the COVID-19 pandemic. We are please to announce that the following performers are confirmed to join our team for 2022. This amazing cast of performers […]

An F-22 Raptor flies past a C-17 Globemaster III 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Curt Beach)
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2022 Is Coming….

As we reflect on the past year and hastily make our New Year’s Resolutions, it comes to mind that big changes often start with a small, but achievable goals. Whether your goal is to try new foods, experience new things, meet new people, spend time with family, or finding the perfect funnel cake consider adding […]

U.S. Airmen with the 673d Communications Squadron attend a 90th Fighter Squadron immersion at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 29, 2020. The tour provided the Airmen with a behind-the-scenes experience of the operations in the 90th FS and showcased the 90th FS’s mission that JBER’s Airmen support. Leadership of the 90th FS hopes to expand the program in the future.
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Arctic Thunder…waiting for 2022

As we all eagerly await the return of Arctic Thunder Open House on July 30th and 31st of 2022, you do not have to wait to enjoy the experience. Come ride along with United States Air Force pilot Major Josh ‘Cabo’ Gundersor in a rare opportunity to partake in an immersive Virtual Reality F-22 Raptor […]

PHOTO DATE: 06/15/2020. LOCATION: Bldg. 8 Rm. 183. SUBJECT: SpaceX Crew-1 official crew portrait with NASA astronauts Shannon Walker, Victor Glover, Mike Hopkins, and JAXA astronaut Soichi Noguchi PHOTOGRAPHER: Norah Moran
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NASA Crew-1: A different kind of thunder

With all systems go for tonight’s launch at 7:27 EST, NASA and SpaceX are about to launch 4 Astronauts (3 NASA Astronauts and 1 JAXA Astronaut). We wish the entire crew a successful launch and subsequent docking at the International Space Station. Spacecraft Commander: Michael Scott Hopkins (US Air Force) Pilot: Victor Jerome Glover (US Navy) […]

Army Spc. Raven Cano, assigned to the 6th Brigade Engineer Battalion (Airborne), 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, U.S. Army Alaska, provides security as part of the Joint Forces Demonstration during the Arctic Thunder Open House, July 1, 2018. This biennial event hosted by Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, is one of the largest in the state and one of the premier aerial demonstrations in the world. The event features multiple performers and ground acts to include the JBER joint forces, U.S. Air Force F-22, and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstrations teams, June 30-July 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Justin Connaher)
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Joint Forces Demonstration

Welcome to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s first-ever virtual presentation of our 2020 Joint Forces Demonstration — Operation COVID Strike!What you are about to see is a demonstration of Alaska’s Air Force and Army capabilities in a simulated combat environment. Alaska is positioned in a strategic location for both the Air Force and Army where air and […]

An F-22 Raptor makes a high-speed pass showcasing the Air Combat Command F-22 Demonstration Team during the Special Needs and Department of Defense Family Day at the Arctic Thunder Open House, June 29, 2018. This biennial event hosted by Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, is one of the largest in the state and one of the premier aerial demonstrations in the world. The event features multiple performers and ground acts to include the JBER joint forces, U.S. Air Force F-22, and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstrations teams, June 30-July 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Justin Connaher)
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The F-22 Raptor

The F-22 Raptor is one of the hottest planes in the U.S. Air Force’s inventory. With speed, stealth, and incredible maneuverability, this aircraft is a central part of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s mission set. Learn what it takes to keep this bird going and how dozens of Air Force career fields make it happen – from […]

Two Alaska Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawks and a U.S. Army Alaska CH-47 Chinook approach the flight line as part of the Joint Forces Demonstration during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, July 1, 2018. This biennial event hosted by JBER is one of the largest in the state and one of the premier aerial demonstrations in the world. The event features multiple performers and ground acts to include the JBER joint forces, U.S. Air Force F-22 and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstrations teams, June 30-July 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Alejandro Peña)
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Step inside the CH-47 Chinook

The CH-47 Chinook helicopter is a military workhorse, providing not only a way to get troops in and out of hot spots, but also a great platform for airlifting cargo, vehicles, and critical supplies. With seats for more than 30 passengers and plenty of cargo space, this helo is a star with the Alaska Army […]

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4th Quartermaster Company and 3rd OSS Riggers

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson is home to the 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne) – the Pacific’s only Airborne brigade. To make those operations possible requires the hard work of the Soldiers of the 4th Quartermaster Company (Airborne) – the riggers who pack the parachutes – and their Air Force and civilian counterparts of the 3rd […]

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JBER Fire and Emergency Services

JBER’s Fire and Emergency Services personnel are always ready – whether it’s fighting structure or wildland fires, providing emergency medical assistance, rescuing people from icy rivers, or dealing with hazardous materials. Take a look at some of what they do and what makes being a firefighter on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson special.

A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor piloted by a member of the Air Combat Command F-22 Demonstration Team performs aerial maneuvers during the Arctic Thunder Open House at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, June 30, 2018. This biennial event hosted by JBER is one of the largest in the state and one of the premier aerial demonstrations in the world. The event features multiple performers and ground acts to include the JBER joint forces, U.S. Air Force F-22 and U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstrations teams, June 30-July 1. (U.S. Air Force photo by Alejandro Peña)
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JBER Salutes Trailer

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s virtual air show, JBER Salutes, was filmed over several days in July 2020. Featuring many videos in full VR/360, the series includes the Joint Forces Demonstration, the F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team, interviews with service members, and short video stories about the 673d Force Support Squadron, Military Working Dog teams, Airfield Operations, Fire […]

Maj. Nick Krajicek U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron slot pilot, exits his F-16 Fighting Falcon 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Valdes Montijo)
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Arctic Thunder 2020 Cancelled

The Arctic Thunder Open House, which was scheduled for July 11-12, is canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.“We tried for months to explore a responsible way to open JBER’s gates to the community to showcase our Joint Force capabilities and aerial acrobatics,” said Col. Patricia Csànk, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and 673d Air Base Wing […]

Owen, 4, plays with an F-16 Fighting Falcon model 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. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jonathan Valdes Montijo)
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JBER continues to plan Arctic Thunder 2020

Despite the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, personnel at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson and aerial demonstration teams continue planning the 2020 Arctic Thunder Open House, currently scheduled July 11 and 12. The Department of the Air Force recently suspended public outreach activities and support to community events through May 15. This suspension includes, but is not limited to: […]

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