673rd Air Base Wing

The 673rd Air Base Wing was activated on July 24, 2010, as part of the United States Air Force's initiative to streamline installation support functions at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Formed by combining elements from Elmendorf Air Force Base and Fort Richardson under the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission, the wing provides essential mission support, base operations, and quality-of-life services for Air Force, Army, and partner units stationed at the joint base. The 673rd Air Base Wing supports more than 24,000 personnel, including active duty, Guard, Reserve, civilians, and family members, ensuring operational readiness in the strategically vital Arctic region. Since its inception, the wing has played a crucial role in enabling joint operations and supporting national defense objectives in the Pacific and Arctic theaters.