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Jan. 8, 2021
The New Year brings hope after 9 months of COVID-19 response efforts

After nearly nine months of Wisconsin Air National Guardsmen providing support for COVID-19, we look forward to what the New Year has in store.
Dec. 29, 2020
Airmen Volunteer for F-35 Conversion Training

Airmen and officers assigned to the 115th Fighter Wing volunteered to participate in off-base training for the F-35 Lightning II conversion that began in December 2020.
Oct. 5, 2020
From the Cockpit to Command-115th Fighter Wing gains a new Commander

115th Fighter Wing Change of Command Ceremony 2020
June 10, 2020
Traditional Airman tackles new role during COVID-19

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Airmen across the base have been utilized in capacities different from their typical work environments. Traditional Airmen, Airmen who typically only come to base for drill or annual training days, have also stepped up to the plate and taken on new
May 26, 2020
Command post Airmen maintain operations during COVID-19

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and leadership directed safe working operations, command post Airmen were limited. While many people across base started working from home to mitigate exposure to COVID-19, Airmen in the command post had to find alternative safety measures.
May 11, 2020
Wisconsin student flight Airmen donate food during pandemic

Twenty-two student flight Airmen from across the state of Wisconsin joined together to collect and donate food items to local food pantries. Together they were able to donate 3,515 items during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring non-perishable food was available for families that needed it most.
May 8, 2020
115th Fighter Wing shows support during COVID-19 pandemic by flying over several Wisconsin communities

The 115th Fighter Wing would like to pay tribute to all of America’s heroes, including health care workers and first responders who have tirelessly supported communities across Wisconsin during the COVID-19 pandemic response. The 115 FW will perform a flyover with four F-16 Fighting Falcons, over
April 15, 2020
Truax Field selected to receive F-35 Joint Strike Fighter

The United States Air Force announced today that the 115th Fighter Wing, Truax Field Air National Guard Base, will receive the F-35A Lightning II aircraft.
April 9, 2020
Pilots maintain flying hours during pandemic

The alarms sound. Maintainers run to their jets to get them ready, while pilots gear up for their Fertile Keynote. In a matter of minutes, the Aerospace Control Alert F-16 Fighting Falcons are in the skies.Fertile Keynotes are exercises that allow pilots to practice intercepting aircraft, just like
Nov. 12, 2019
Wisconsin Airmen return home

More than 200 Airmen assigned to the 115th Fighter Wing and the 378th Fighter Squadron were welcomed home from Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan during a return ceremony in Hangar 406 Nov. 9.The Airmen were integral in supporting Operation Freedom Sentinel and NATO’s Resolute Support during their four