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Feb. 26, 2026
176th Wing rescues injured snowmachiner near Cooper Landing

Alaska Air National Guard personnel conducted a rescue mission Saturday, Feb. 21, after receiving a request for assistance from the Alaska State Troopers through the Alaska Rescue Coordination Center.The mission was initiated to recover an injured snowmachiner in the Cooper Landing area,
Sept. 18, 2025
Alaska Air Guard Conducts Three Rescue Missions in 24 Hours

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska — Alaska Air National Guard members from the 176th Wing rescued five individuals involved in three incidents Sept. 15 that spanned more than 550 miles across Alaska.The Alaska Rescue Coordination Center opened a mission in the morning of Sept. 15 in response
June 30, 2025
Diamond Strong: 176th Wing LRS Airman earns NGB first sergeant of the year honors

Behind every mission-ready Airman stands a dedicated advocate and mentor. Often referred to as the “diamond,” the rank insignia they wear is more than just a symbol; it represents strength, resilience and an unbreakable commitment to the morale and welfare of the airmen they serve.For First Sgt.
June 18, 2025
Alaska Air National Guard rescues 5 distressed boaters near Deering

Alaska Air National Guard rescues 5 distressed boaters near Deering
April 10, 2025
Alaska Air National Guard saves 4 during 4 missions

Alaska Air National Guard saves 4 during 4 missions
April 4, 2025
‘Every single advantage’: 176th Air Defense Squadron fields state-of-the-art battle command center

176th Air Defense Squadron fields state-of-the-art battle command center
March 19, 2025
LOD Cart supercharges tactical air mobility operations in the Pacific

LOD Cart supercharges tactical air mobility operations in the Pacific
March 13, 2025
Alaska Air National Guardsmen conduct hoist rescue at Hatcher Pass

Alaska Air National Guardsmen conduct hoist rescue at Hatcher Pass
Feb. 21, 2025
Alaska Air National Guard rescues 2 during Presidents’ Day weekend

Alaska Air National Guard rescues 2 during Presidents’ Day weekend
Feb. 7, 2025
Rescue of 2 plane crash victims in Yukon Territory kicks off 176th Wing’s busy rescue week

Rescue of 2 plane crash victims in Yukon Territory kicks off 176th Wing’s busy rescue week