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News | July 19, 2024

Vermont Air National Guard Night Flying

By Lt. Col. Meghan Smith

The Vermont Air National Guard will conduct night flying from Tuesday, July 23, to Friday, July 26 with one afternoon and one evening takeoff period per day. Flights are scheduled to conclude by 11:15 p.m.

“Night flying operations are a vital component of our training,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Michael Blair, 158th Operations Group Commander. “Our training this week includes integration with Special Operations and Navy SEALs.”

Airmen of the 158th Fighter Wing are required to conduct night operations to meet U.S. Air Force and Major Command requirements and proficiencies.

“We must be able to fully integrate with assets from all services and partner nations in various weather conditions,” said Blair. “We appreciate the community support during these vital nighttime training missions.”

For more information contact Lt. Col. Meghan Smith at (802) 660-5451 or meghan.smith.5@us.af.mil.

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