Anchorage, United States - October 15, 2024

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska - The skies over Alaska were pierced by the sounds of parachutes deploying as U.S. Army soldiers from the 2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 11th Airborne Division, executed a dramatic airborne assault during the annual Arctic Aloha exercise on October 15, 2024. These "Arctic Angels" descended upon the Malamute Drop Zone with precision, marking a significant training event aimed at enhancing military readiness in the challenging Arctic environment.

The Arctic Aloha exercise is a critical juncture in the training calendar, where soldiers are not only tested for their physical endurance in the harsh Alaskan climate but are also sharpened in their ability to conduct large-scale airborne operations. This year's event showcased the division's commitment to maintaining combat credibility in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond.