Your Guide to Buying a Home in Eielson AFB, AK

Buying a Home in Eielson AFB, Alaska

(All Photos Courtesy of the U.S. Air Force)

Eielson AFB is located in Fairbanks North Star County

Developed as a military base, Eielson AFB is located about 30 miles to the south of Fairbanks just off of the Alaska Highway. This site was chosen specifically for housing aircraft because Alaska was believed to hold a stragetic location in the world, especially with respect to aircraft launching and readiness. The military in Alaska has roughly 24,000 active-duty people in the state and spends $1.5 billion annually.

Many changes have been seen over the years at Eielson as new aircraft and missions have come and gone. Eielson has been home to weather reconnaissance aircraft, tactical units from Alaskan Air Command, aerial tankers and, most recently, F-16s, A-10s and OA-10s as part of the 354th Fighter Wing, flying close air support and forward air control missions for nearby ground units.