An F-35A Lightning II, assigned to Hill Air Force Base, Utah, takes off. (U.S. Air Force photo by Anthony Pham)

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Hill announces projected night flying dates

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Pilots in the 419th and 388th Fighter Wings will conduct night flying missions Oct. 20-24, Nov. 3-18, Nov. 25, and Dec. 8-23. Local residents may hear F-16s flying during the night hours as pilots continue to hone their night-time combat flying skills.

The active duty 388th FW and the Reserve 419th FW share a fleet of Block 40 F-16s, and are required to train at night to maintain their readiness and all-weather capabilities. During night operations, the wings' personnel train with advanced targeting pods and night vision goggles. When deployed, Hill's pilots provide close air support and must remain proficient in night flying to successfully accomplish their mission.

The wings limit their night operations to what is required to remain proficient in night-flying training.  When on a night schedule, flying is anticipated to be completed before midnight.

For more information, please contact the 419th Public Affairs office at (801) 777-2713.