Train with us!

One of only four combat readiness training centers in the Air National Guard, and the second NGB unit to be certified as a joint national training center, Alpena CRTC boasts the largest airspace east of the Mississippi, along with 147,000 acres of ground maneuver training area.

Alpena CRTC has three joint training environments, supports joint tactical air controller training and operates a JTAC 4m Dome Simulator.

We pride ourselves on being able to adapt and accommodate any needs from any type of unit. If you are interested in utilizing the Alpena CRTC for training, please select the options below.

Alpena CRTC Training Assets & Resources

A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules aircraft assigned to the 182nd Airlift Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, lands on an airfield during Sentry North Exercise at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, Michigan, June 1, 2025. Sentry North 2025 focused on operating in a contested environment with adversary aircraft, electronic jamming, and simulated surface-to-air threats, providing a premier joint training opportunity ensuring participating units are combat-ready and interoperable in operationally limited environments. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by 1st Lt. Eliezer Soto) Airfield Training and Operations
Airfield Training and Operations
See More
The Alpena CRTC's Collin Center can support over 500 personnel. Consisting of 4 large, configurable training rooms, with state of the art audio/visual systems. 2 offices that are easily convertible into classrooms.(No AV). Facilities & Services
Facilities & Services
See More
The Alpena CRTC boasts a multitude of fire fighter training aids including our Aircraft Fire Training Simulator. The aircraft mock-up is used to train fire fighters in actual hands-on, live fire in aircraft emergencies. Using environmentally friendly Liquefied Propane Gas (LPG) in a liquid and vapor state, fire fighters can practice extracting occupants from aircraft. Fire Fighting Training & Services
Fire Fighting Training & Services
See More
An A-10 Thunderbolt II from the 104th Fighter Squadron, Maryland Air National Guard, performs a Close Air Support (CAS) demonstration for a visiting delegation from Headquarters Air Force (HAF) and the Swedish Air Force, at the Grayling Air Gunnery Range in Chester Twp., Michigan on April 3rd, 2024. The Michigan National Guard (MING) hosted members of Headquarters Air Force and Swedish Air Force at the National All Domain Warfighting Center (NADWC) on April 3-4, 2024. The visit gave those attending a look at training venues and opportunities offered at the NADWC in Michigan. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Drew Schumann) Grayling Air Gunnery Range
Grayling Air Gunnery Range
See More
2011 Alpena CRTC Mission Support Group
Mission Support Group
See More