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JB Elmendorf-Richardson

Anchorage, Alaska, United States

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson near Anchorage processes Space-A flights at the 732nd Air Mobility Squadron AMC passenger terminal, nicknamed the Huskies. Official pages identify the host 3rd Wing as a composite force of F-22 Raptors, C-17 Globemaster IIIs, C-12s, and E-3 Sentry aircraft on a joint Air Force-Army base, distinct from Eielson's F-35 fighter wing to the north. The terminal supports en-route AMC missions through Anchorage rather than a commercial-airport gateway.

Terminal contact

Address
Bldg 10364 18th Street JBER, AK 99506
Hours
0600 - 2200
Commercial
907) 552-0200/5189/5562/0503
DSN
317-552-0200/5189/5562/0503
Sign-up email
spacea5@us.af.mil
Official webpage
https://www.amc.af.mil/AMC-Travel-Site/Terminals/PACOM-Terminals/Joint-Base-Elmendorf-Richardson-Passenger-Terminal/

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Terminal FAQ

Last verified 27 August 2026. Hours, fees, and presence rules change. Confirm with this terminal’s official page before you travel. Pop’s is unofficial.

Where is the passenger terminal?

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) Passenger Terminal, Bldg 10364, 18th Street, JBER, AK 99506.

GPS the building, not a generic “Elmendorf” or “Richardson” pin. On base. The AMC page does not publish a terminal-map URL.

How do I get on base / which gate should I use?

The AMC JBER page does not print gate names or gate hours.

From jber.jb.mil/Info/Base-Access/ (official installation page, search-indexed 27 Aug 2026). Treat the table as changeable; it also disagrees with itself on two rows:

  • Richardson Gate: 24/7
  • Government Hill Gate: 7 days, 6 a.m.–9 p.m. (USO writeup on the AMC page orients to this gate)
  • Boniface Gate: Currently: Closed
  • Post Road: Mon–Fri 6 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sat–Sun 6 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • VA Link: walk-through only, Mon–Fri 6 a.m.–6 p.m.
  • Muldoon: same table prints both Currently: 24/7 and Mon–Fri 6 a.m.–10 p.m. / Sat–Sun 9 a.m.–10 p.m. Flagged conflict
  • Richardson VCC: same table prints Currently: 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and Mon–Fri 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Flagged conflict
  • Boniface VCC: 6 a.m.–10 p.m.

CAC / DBIDS holders use an open vehicle-access gate. Visitors without a pass should not assume a 0500 Sunday show is possible. Confirm with the Passenger Service Counter / VCC before you drive. Trusted Traveler is listed Suspended on that page.

What are hours, phone, DSN, and email?

Hours (AMC page): 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, and evenings on nights of departures. That is 0600–2200 plus stay-open for night missions. Workbook lead 0600–2200 is incomplete vs the page — page wins.

Service counter Comm: (907) 552-0200 / 5189 / 5562 / 0503 Workbook punctuation is messy (`907) 552-0200/5189/5562/0503`); the official page prints the opening parenthesis and slash extensions as above.

DSN: 317-552-0200 / 5189 / 5562 / 0503 (not a commercial 907-317 number; not 312)

Fax: (907) 552-3996 · DSN Fax: 917-552-3996

Email: spacea5@us.af.mil

Directory conflict: live AMC Space-A directory (27 Aug 2026) lists (907) 552-8588 / 4616 · DSN (317) 552-8588 / 4616. Use the terminal page first. Do not publish AMC (312) as commercial.

How do I sign up for Space-A?

Email spacea5@us.af.mil, or use the HQ AMC Space-A email form and select JB Elmendorf-Richardson AK.

AMC banner on this page: Active duty must be on leave to sign up. HQ AMC does not process sign-up. Print confirmation. If you get no confirmation, call the service counter. Do not send SSN.

Effective 25 Jul 2025 (page policy block): passenger or sponsor must provide DoD ID or passport number at sign-up (DoD ID from milConnect). Proof of sponsorship (example: DD Form 1172-2 or command sponsorship letter) from the installation MPF. A birth certificate is not accepted as sponsorship proof.

How and when do I mark present?

The AMC page does not use the phrase “mark present.” Space-A / duty-standby selection is roll call at the AMC passenger service counter. Remote email sign-up is not presence.

Have documents and all bags with you.

When is roll call?

3 hours prior to departure at the AMC passenger service counter, unless the 72-hour schedule says otherwise.

Icons on the page: 72-Hour schedule and Roll Call. Trends are not today’s board. All flights can change or delay without notice. Recheck after the 0530L daily update.

When should duty / PE passengers check in?

Duty passengers on travel orders: in line NLT 3 hours prior to scheduled departure. Late arrivals go to Customer Service for re-booking, not automatic boarding.

This terminal does not publish a PE-specific “counters open” clock (see PE question). Show/NLT times that differ will be on the 72-hour schedule.

Does this terminal operate Patriot Express flights? If yes, to where?

Not published as a PE gateway. The AMC JBER page does not host a 30-day PE icon in the captures used here.

The page’s own destination line: primary service to Eielson (AK), Hickam (HI), Travis (CA), Yokota (JP), Kadena (JP), Misawa (JP), and Osan (KR), with no regularly scheduled flights. That is an organic/en-route list, not a weekly PE tariff and not a promise those cities operate this week. Country clearances: ask customer service. Use the live 72-hour PDF. This FAQ does not quote seats.

Where is short-term and long-term parking, max days, and pass rules?

Not published on the AMC JBER HTML page. Do not copy unofficial lot / max-day writeups (spacea.net is unofficial).

Call the service counter. Do not invent a max-day figure. Eielson’s parking rules are not this terminal’s.

What lodging is nearby on-base and off-base?

On base (Air Force Inns, checked 27 Aug 2026):

  • Elmendorf Inn / JB Elmendorf Richardson, Bldg 7153 Fighter Dr., Anchorage, AK 99506-5001. Front desk 907-552-2454; DSN 552-2454; DSN Fax field prints 907-552-8276 (labeled DSN Fax — do not treat as a PAX commercial). https://af.dodlodging.net/propertys/jb-elmendorf-richardson — page: limited availability, contact the front desk (no “rooms tonight” here). Pet-friendly listed; AF Inns says call the desk for pets/children. Official travel: DTS or the desk.

Duty pax to/from billeting: 773rd LRS Ground Transportation 907-552-4475 · DSN 94-317-552-4475. All others: local taxi (no company named on the AMC page).

Off-base: not listed on the AMC HTML. No nightly rates here.

Is there a USO, food, Wi-Fi, showers, lockers?

Not in the AMC terminal building. AMC page USO block:

  • USO Alaska JBER, Bldg 7076 Chennault Ave., Elmendorf side, near Govt. Hill Gate, off Fighter Ave. between Craw and Chennault, near Polaris dorm. AMC lists 907-406-1264, 1300–1900 daily. Amenities on the AMC page: beverages/coffee/tea, full kitchen, grills, snack bar, movies/games, CAC readers, charging stations, computers, phones, printers, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, gym, lounge, patio. Showers and lockers are not on that list.
  • USO Alaska JBER Wellness Center, Bldg 8001 Chennault Ave., near Iditarod DFAC. Same AMC phone, 24/7. Amenities listed: Wi-Fi, bathrooms, fitness, TV — not showers/lockers.

Phone conflict: live alaska.uso.org (27 Aug 2026) lists Elmendorf Bldg 7076 as +1 907-552-7963 and the Wellness Center as +1 907-406-1264. AMC page first for the 406-1264 / 1300–1900 pair; confirm in person. Official USO site: https://alaska.uso.org/

AMC page does not document hold-room Wi-Fi, food, or lockers independent of USO.

What documents are required?

Duty / space-required: travel orders; in line NLT 3 hours. Destination FCG as advised by customer service.

Space-A: DoDI 4515.13, leave status for active duty, DoD ID or passport number at sign-up, sponsorship proof as of 25 Jul 2025.

Dependents: page policy — uniformed-services dependents under 14 travel with the sponsor or eligible parent and need Federal/State/local/tribal government-issued ID (raised-seal birth certificate OK; hospital birth certificate is not; local school ID only if government-issued). Age 14 and above must have an ID card. A birth certificate is not sponsorship proof.

Do not pack IDs in a checked bag. A dated 30 June 2025 “under age 10” variant appears in some earlier dumps of this page; the 25 Jul 2025 block used here says under 14 / 14 and above. Use the live page.

What are baggage limits and Space-A/PE fees if published?

Bags (AMC JBER page): 2 checked bags per person, 70 lb and 62 linear inches each. One carry-on plus one personal item that fits under a seat.

Exception: duty passengers destined to Eareckson AS, AK (Shemya) — two bags at 50 lb each and no carry-on.

PE Space-A head tax: not printed on this HTML (no PE board). Do not copy another terminal’s dollar figure.

FAA: no drinking alcohol unless the air carrier serves it.

Can I travel with pets from here?

The AMC JBER page does not publish a local pet-slot policy. HQ AMC Pet Travel: PE pets are generally PCS, booked through TMO, very limited; pets are not authorized on military organic aircraft (HQ pamphlet language). JBER’s product is mostly organic. Do not count on a Space-A pet here. See the AMC Pet Travel page and ask the counter.

Where are schedules posted?

On the official AMC JBER page icons:

  • 72-Hour Flight Schedule (updated 0530L daily)
  • Roll Call
  • AMC Gram Passenger Travel Information — linked file seen as EDF (5 JUL 2025).pdf (dated; do not treat as a fresh 2026 Gram)
  • HQ Space-A sign-up form

All flights subject to change or delay without notice.

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Is JBER a Patriot Express gateway?

Not on this page. No 30-day PE icon in the captures used. Do not plan a BWI-style rotator from a blog.

Which phone do I actually dial — 0200 or 8588?

Conflict. Page: (907) 552-0200 / 5189 / 5562 / 0503. Directory: (907) 552-8588 / 4616. This FAQ does not pick. Start with the page set.

What if I show after 3 hours on orders?

Customer Service for re-booking, not automatic boarding.

Can I fly Space-A if I am not yet on leave?

AMC JBER: Active duty must be on leave to sign up.

Is the USO next to Bldg 10364?

No. USO is Bldg 7076 Chennault, near Govt. Hill Gate. Plan a ride; duty pax may use 773 LRS GT to billeting only.

Which gate for a late mission if Boniface is closed?

AMC does not assign a passenger gate. Installation table: Richardson 24/7; Boniface currently closed; Govt. Hill 0600–2100. Recheck jber.jb.mil the day prior.

Are showers in the terminal?

Not published on the AMC page or the AMC USO amenities list.

What is the Shemya bag rule?

Eareckson AS: two 50 lb bags, no carry-on. Do not show with the standard 70 lb / carry-on set.

Can I leave a car for 30 days at the terminal?

Not published. Call the desk. Do not use Eielson’s parking blurb.

Is 552-2454 the passenger counter?

No. That is Elmendorf Inn. PAX is the 552-0200 / 5189 / 5562 / 0503 set (or the directory pair).

Do kids under 14 need a dependent ID?

Page: under 14 need government-issued ID (raised-seal birth certificate counts); 14+ need an ID card. Sponsorship is DD Form 1172-2 / command letter, not a birth certificate.

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For general Space-A questions, see the Space-A FAQ.