Introduction. Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) is proposing to upgrade their aircraft refueling capability to meet the demand that current mission requires. At the present time most of the refueling operations are conducted by out-of-date Type I Hydrant facilities built in the 1950s that have deteriorated to such an extent that Eielson could not meet the Air Force's 85 percent hydrant utilization requirement in the event of contingencies. Description of the Proposed Action. The proposed action...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT, *PARKING...
Eielson Air Force Base (AFB) has prepared an environmental assessment (EA) that evaluates the potential environmental impacts associated with the implementation of the Military Housing Privatization Initiative (MHPI) at Eielson AFB. The United States Air Force, Pacific Air Forces Command, proposes to privatize its military family housing at Eielson AFB, Alaska. The Air Force is considering two action alternatives for implementing the MHPI Proposed Action. Both alternatives include the...
Topics: DTIC Archive, FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT, *HOUSING(DWELLINGS),...
Introduction. The U.S. Army Alaska (USARAK) is proposing to construct new and upgrade existing range facilities in support of the establishment of the new Stryker Brigade that will be assigned to Ft. Wainwright, Alaska. Some of these range facilities will require the construction of infrastructure, including an access road and power line, on Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) property. Description of the Proposed Action. USARAK is proposing to construct a 1,790-foot-long gravel road that would...
Topics: DTIC Archive, FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AIR FORCE FACILITIES, *CONSTRUCTION,...
Introduction. Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) is proposing to construct a new secure gate, access road, and vehicle inspection facility that will provide a second controlled entry point to the base that does not violate the runway clear zone. At the present time hazardous materials, large commercial trucks, and Air Force and Army munitions shipments must go through the new Hursey gate or a substandard south gate that is located within the runway clear zone. Description of the Proposed Action....
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *ACCESS, *ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT,...
Eielson is proposing to bring its runway clear zone into compliance with Air Force regulations and requirements. At the present time an estimated 250 acres of trees are within the flightline imaginary surfaces as defined in the Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-260-01 for Airfield and Heliport Planning and Design. To eliminate the hazard associated with these trees, Eielson is proposing to implement an AOMP which calls for the removal of trees that pose as airfield obstructions over a 5- to...
Topics: DTIC Archive, FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AIR FORCE FACILITIES, *BLOCKING, *ENVIRONMENTAL...
Introduction. Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) is proposing to construct flood control structures that are designed to protect 62 housing units in the Moose Lake Estates subdivision area of base housing from flooding during summer months. Currently, houses in the Moose Lake Estates are protected by a 9-foot high levee that was built to prevent surface flooding of the area. Although surface flooding has not been a source of flooding to these houses, infiltration into basements during high...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT, *FLOOD...
Introduction The host unit at Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson), the 354th Fighter Wing (FW), operates F-16 Fighting Falcon and A/OA-10 Thunderbolt aircraft. The 354 FW s mission is to train and equip personnel for close air support of ground troops in an arctic environment. The complex combat scenario training requirements and advanced capabilities of the aircraft require large expanses of airspace to train. The Military Operating Areas (MOAs) in Alaska these aircraft use cover large areas and...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *COMMUNICATION AND RADIO SYSTEMS,...
Introduction. Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) is proposing to construct a fish barrier that is designed to prevent fish in French Creek from entering the Central Heating and Power Plant's (CHPP) cooling pond discharge ditch. The water discharge in this ditch has temperatures that are elevated above the maximum allowable for anadromous fish of the type that inhabits French Creek, the stream to which the discharge ditch is connected. The fish barrier is a requirement of the National Pollutant...
Topics: DTIC Archive, FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *BARRIERS, *ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT, *FISHES,...
Introduction. Each year a significant amount of construction occurs on Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson AFB) as new facilities are built and existing ones are repaired or improved. To meet the construction material demands of these projects, Eielson AFB has made available gravel material sources on its lands. They provide a ready source of classified material for project construction, saving the Air Force hundreds of thousands of dollars annually in construction costs. To further support this...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *CONSTRUCTION, *ENVIRONMENTAL...
The United States Air Force (USAF) is proposing to construct an outdoor running track located on Eielson AFB, Alaska. The quarter-mile track will be asphalt-covered and will include signage to designate start and finish points for Air Force fitness testing. Currently, a linear stretch of roadway on Arctic Avenue is utilized for fitness testing and does not meet Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-2905, Fitness Program, effective 1 July 2010 guidelines. The Proposed Action is to construct an outdoor...
Topics: DTIC Archive, FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AIR FORCE FACILITIES, *ASPHALT, *ENVIRONMENTAL...
Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) is a military facility that has a population of nearly 9,000, including active duty, dependents, and civilians. It is important that the base have recreational facilities that are readily accessible due to the base's isolation from off-base facilities. Eielson has provided recreational opportunities in the form of fishing at several base lakes, including Mullins Pit. To enhance the Mullins Pit facility, Eielson is proposing to construct a boat ramp on the lake's...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AIR FORCE FACILITIES, *BOATS,...
The host unit at Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson AFB), the 354th Fighter Wing (FW), operates F-16 Fighting Falcon and A/OA-10 Thunderbolt aircraft. The 354 FW s mission is to train and equip personnel for close air support of ground troops in an arctic environment. The complex combat scenario training requirements and advanced capabilities of the aircraft require large parcels of airspace to train. In Alaska, the Military Operating Areas (MOAs) that are used by these aircraft cover large areas....
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AIR FORCE FACILITIES, *COMMUNICATION...
Introduction. The host unit at Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson), the 354th Fighter Wing (FW), operates F-16 Fighting Falcon and A/OA-10 Thunderbolt aircraft. The 354 FW's mission is to train and equip personnel for close air support of ground troops in an arctic environment. The complex combat scenario training requirements and advanced capabilities of the aircraft require large expanses of airspace to train and sophisticated range facilities to support the training. To keep up with these...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AIR FORCE FACILITIES, *AIR SPACE,...
Introduction. Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) is proposing to fill a 0.5 acre pond that is in the designated Bird Exclusion Zone portion of the flightline. This action would eliminate a bird air strike hazard that currently exists at the north end of the runway. Description of the Proposed Action. The proposed action will result in the placement of approximately 4,000 cubic yards of gravel and inert construction debris into the existing Grebe Pond. The filling process would occur over the...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *BIRD STRIKES, *ENVIRONMENTAL...
Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) is proposing to construct a new snow disposal facility on the east side of the base so there will be a convenient place to take snow collected in housing. This will reduce haul distance and improve response times for base snow removal crews. The proposed action will result in the construction of a snow disposal facility near the intersection of French Creek Drive and Moose Lake Drive. This facility would be approximately 9.5 acres in size and provide adequate...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AIR FORCE FACILITIES, *DISPOSAL,...
Introduction. The US Air Force is proposing to upgrade the electronic scoring system currently used for their Oklahoma Impact Area (OIA). The OIA is located in the US Army Garrison Alaska s (USAG-AK) Donnelly Training Area (DTA) near Delta Junction, Alaska. The JAWSS upgrade would enhance the electronic warfare capability of the range and would replace the current system which presently is comprised of a one-camera, pan-tilt arrangement with a fixed, multiplecamera approach, allowing more...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *COMMUNICATIONS CENTRALS,...
Introduction: The 354 FW directs operations, training, and support for F-16CG and A/OA-10 precision weapons systems. They also oversee operations and training for Air Liaison Officer (ALO) and Tactical Air Control Party (TAC-P) combat teams that support ground operations through the lethal application of airpower. The 354 FW provides expeditionary combat ready forces for worldwide employment across the full spectrum of air and space operations. To facilitate this mission, Eielson Air Force Base...
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AIR FORCE FACILITIES, *ALL WEATHER,...
Eielson AFB is proposing to expand an existing munitions storage pad to provide an area adequate in size to handle 120-foot-long munitions containers. Live munitions are shipped to Eielson on barges that come out of the Port of Seattle twice a year. The barges unload the munitions at the Port of Valdez in Alaska and are then transported in containers by truck to Eielson. These container trucks are 120-feet-long and need the appropriate sized area to stage and unload the containers. These...
Topics: DTIC Archive, FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *AMMUNITION, *AMMUNITION CONTAINERS,...
Introduction. Eielson Air Force Base (Eielson) is proposing to expand parking and refueling facilities in the Loop taxiway area. This expansion of parking facilities is critically needed due to the increased traffic of Air Force wide-bodied aircraft that utilize Eielson runway facilities. Taxiing and refueling of aircraft in the Loop area is severely restricted by limited parking ramp space and can result in congestion that interferes with mission operations. Description of the Proposed Action....
Topics: DTIC Archive, AIR FORCE FIGHTER WING (354TH) EIELSON AFB AK, *ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT, *PARKING...
