UPDATES
If you lost items during your time at the Arctic Thunder Open House, contactthe JBER Community Engagement office at (907) 551-8996 or emailjber.pa@us.af.mil to coordinate pick-up. Items will be kept until Aug. 19, andwill be turned over to the Anchorage Police Department after this date.
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 […]
Good evening Anchorage! The last and final day of Arctic Thunder Open House 2022 has come to a close. We cannot express our gratitude enough for spending your weekend with us. We look forward to seeing you again in 2024. Please begin to gather your belongings and family members and make your way toward your […]
In a first of its kind situation, the response to Arctic Thunder Open House has put us at capacity. As of 2:30 p.m today, inbound traffic to Arctic Thunder Open House will be stopped.
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s Military Working Dogs are a critical component of the mission. Trained to apprehend fleeing suspects, sniff out explosives, and conduct searches, these canine service members are highly trained. They work with their handlers daily, practicing the skills they need on the battlefield and at home station.
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 […]
Good morning Anchorage! Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson has opened its gates and is looking forward to hosting you, our valued mission partners, for the very last day of Arctic Thunder Open House 2022. Come see our amazing performers and static displays. Check out the wide assortment of culinary delights offered by our vendors. Meet your […]
Good evening Anchorage! Day 1 of Arctic Thunder Open House 2022 has come to a close. We thank you for spending your day with us. Tomorrow, July 31st, will be the very last day of Arctic Thunder Open House for 2022. Please begin to gather your belongings and family members and make your way toward […]
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.
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, […]
Good morning Anchorage! Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson has opened its gates and is looking forward to hosting you, our valued mission partners, during Arctic Thunder Open House 2022. Come see our amazing performers and static displays. Check out the wide assortment of culinary delights offered by our vendors. Meet your uniformed neighbors and learn more […]
Can you believe it?!? Arctic Thunder Open House 2022 starts tomorrow. Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson gates open to the public at 9 a.m. We are looking forward to seeing you! The event map has been updated with the latest information for July 30th and 31st. Please check both the Admissions Information and Entry Restrictions pages prior […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
With only 2 weeks to go, things are really picking up steam for Artic Thunder Open House. Performers are packing and preparing for their migration toward Alaska. Vendors are making their final grocery lists and memorabilia orders. And you, we hope, are making plans to spend July 30th and 31st with us. Join us and […]
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, […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
We are nearly there Alaska! Arctic Thunder Open House 2022 is but a month away. Is Arctic Thunder in your plans for the weekend of July 30th & 31st? We are continuously updating this website and our social media feeds as we round the corner to our first major event since COVID-19. We are pulling […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join Lt. Commander Brian Conrad and tour this U.S. Coast Guard C-130 Hercules based at Coast Guard Station Kodiak. The C-130 is used to move personnel and cargo and as a search-and-rescue craft.
Join Marine Corps Capt. Matthew Gregory for a virtual-reality look around the UC-35 Citation – a small jet used by the U.S. Marine Corps to transport up to eight passengers and cargo, whether it’s in the battlespace or stateside.
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 […]
The C-17 Globemaster III is a military workhorse, providing airdrop and airlift capability of personnel, cargo, and equipment around the battle space with amazing versatility.
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s Military Working Dogs are a critical component of the mission. Trained to apprehend fleeing suspects, sniff out explosives, and conduct searches, these canine service members are highly trained. They work with their handlers daily, practicing the skills they need on the battlefield and at home station.
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 […]
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.
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, […]
Check out this exclusive behind the scenes clip about JBER Salutes.
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 […]
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 […]
We are live with KTNV watching the Thunderbirds flying over 16 different hospitals all around Las Vegas.
Despite the fact that we’re spending more time at home than traveling, we’re doing what we can to stay connected and performance ready. Check out this video to catch a glimpse into how just a few of our F-35 Demo Team members are staying positive and prepared for the airshow season. Additionally, we want to give a big […]
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: […]
Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson is excited to announce the return of Arctic Thunder Open House, scheduled for July 11-12, 2020. This much-anticipated event is free to the public and showcases two full days of world-class aerial acrobatics and military demonstrations featuring the U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron Thunderbirds. Join us as we give the local […]
In the spirit of military service, Arctic Thunder Open House is an event hosted by Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to give back to the local community. We open our doors every other year and share our unique life and culture with a community who contributes so much to our ability to engage globally and protect locally. […]
What an amazing few days it has been! Thank you all for coming and visiting us during Arctic Thunder Open House 2018. It is always gratifying to meet people within our community and share with them our stories, our home and the jobs we have supporting and defending our great nation. We are proud to […]
Gate 1 (Boniface Parkway) and Gate 2 (Fort Richardson via D Street Exit) have been reconfigured for outbound traffic only. Please see Admissions Information for details.
Don’t miss your chance to see the Thunderbirds! After 2 p.m., Gate 1 (Boniface Parkway) and Gate 2 (Fort Richardson via D Street Exit) will be reconfigured for outbound traffic only.
Come and listen to SSG Nicole Hicks & SPC William Connor give their Cyber Security Topics briefing in Hangar 1 in 10 minutes.
Don’t miss 1lt Lee Dockery’s 213 Space Warning Squadron & Alaska Space Mission Briefing discussing Satellite Tracking and Ground Based Radar capabilities based right here in Alaska. It starts in 10 minutes in Hangar 1.
Don’t miss Capt Philip Knodel’s amazing F-22 capabilities briefing in Hangar 1. It starts in just about 10 minutes.
Don’t forget about our dedicated STEM opportunities where children of all ages can speak with military professionals and interact with an array of STEM focused equipment. From Hydraulic & Robotic Arms to Magnetic Field Slime there is something for everyone. A great opportunity for our children to learn and be inspired. Additional STEM focused technologies […]
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