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  • 158th Fighter Wing at Air Defender 23

    Approximately 220 aircraft and 10,000 personnel from 25 countries, including approximately 100 U.S. Air Force aircraft from the Air National Guard participated in Air Defender 2023 (AD23) from June 12 to 23, 2023. Exercise AD23 integrated both U.S. and allied air power to defend shared values, while leveraging and strengthening vital partnerships to deter aggression around the world.

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  • Historic Partnership between Austria and Vermont

    U.S. F-35s landed in Austria for the very first time! The 158th Fighter Wing pilots and crews participated in joint training exercises, further enhancing the strong bond between the Vermont National Guard and Austria as part of the State Partnership Program.

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  • Inside the Wire: WPW

    Fantastic work to all of our Vermont National Guard Airmen and Soldiers who competed at the 2023 WPW Small Arms Championship in Arkansas! The Vermont National Guard ended up placing 4th overall for the All-States Trophy, just off the podium behind Texas, Arkansas and South Dakota. This was a great finish, considering 7 of our 8 shooters had never shot here before. We also had some smaller accomplishments throughout the event, including: 2nd place – Rapid Pistol CQB Team Match 3rd place – Pistol Barricade Team Match 5th place – Movers Rifle Team Match 6th place – Anti-Body Armor Pistol Team Match Additionally, one of our shooters, TSgt Poirier, performed exceptionally well throughout the week. He finished 3rd overall in the individual pistol aggregate, 5th overall for the individual grand aggregate, and earned his Chief’s 50 Badge in the process. He also won the Pistol Barricade Match outright, beating over 240 other competitors. Everyone is looking real sharp

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  • Inside the Wire: ACE

    Our Airmen put their skills to the test during the Agile Combat Employment exercise with the F-35A Lightning II jets. Their adaptability and dedication to the mission are truly impressive.

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  • New American Series: TSgt Abdullahi

    Introducing TSgt Mahat Abdullahi, born in Somolia and now a proud member of the Vermont Air National Guard! Our latest "New American Series" documentary highlights his journey to becoming a U.S. Citizen and the impact that service in the Guard has had on his life.

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  • New American Series: SrA Saini

    From American Airman to American Citizen, the Vermont Air National Guard played a formative part in Senior Airman Saini's life!

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  • Inside the Wire: Field Training Exercise

    The 158th Fighter Wing Mission Support Group was out in the field all last week completing an exercise! The training they received was high speed, low drag.

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  • U.S. F-35s soar over Baltic nations

    Two U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II aircraft assigned to the 134th Fighter Squadron, 158th Fighter Wing, Vermont Air National Guard, photographed from a KC-135 Stratotanker aircraft assigned to the 92nd Air Refueling Wing, currently operating out of Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, conducted low approach flyovers over the Baltic Sea region on, June 16, 2022. The two fighter jets are flying across the Baltic Sea region starting at Pirita Tee, Estonia, then Riga, Latvia, and finally Vilnius, Lithuania to demonstrate U.S. commitment and assurance to NATO Baltic Allies and partners.

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  • The Green Mountain Boys

    The Vermont Air National Guard has a storied history, going all the way back to the Revolutionary War with the famed Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys. From rising flood waters at home to short-notice deployments, the Airmen at the 158th Fighter Wing are always ready. With the Vermont Air National Guard being the first Air National Guard unit to receive the F-35 Lightning II, the Green Mountain Boys will continue their legacy at the 158th Fighter Wing.

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  • Vermont brings Lightning to Nellis AFB

    Airmen, aircraft and support equipment from the Vermont Air National Guard participated in a world renowned training exercise known as Red Flag 21-3 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev. This three-week exercise provides pilots, aircrew and operators a realistic training environment to prepare them for any combat environment.

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  • Northern Lightning

    The 158th Fighter Wing recently came back from the Northern Lightning training exercise at Volk Field Air National Guard Base. We invite you to take an inside look at what the Green Mountain Boys were up to while they were out there!

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  • F-35 Journey Home

    Come along for the ride with Lt. Colonels Nathan Graber and Anthony Marek as they fly home from Texas to Vermont with the first two F-35s in the Air National Guard.

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  • Viper Out: the F-16 in review

    The Vermont Air National Guard flew and maintained the F-16 Fighting Falcon for over 33 steadfast years. This is the legacy of the men and women of the 158th Fighter Wing and the F-16's three-decade history in South Burlington, VT.

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  • Viper Out: Vermont Ends 33 Years of F-16 Operations

    On April 6th Airmen, retirees, their family members, and the media say their final goodbye to this historic aircraft during the Viper Out ceremony at the 158th Fighter Wing.

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  • The 158th FW Welcomes the F-35

    On September 19, 2019 history unfolded as the 158th Fighter Wing became the first Air National Guard unit to receive the F-35 Lightning II.

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The Vermont Air National Guard is the proud home of the 158th Fighter Wing. Federally recognized in August of 1946 with the 134th Fighter Squadron, the Green Mountain Boys began their first flying mission with the F-47 and historically became the first Air National Guard unit to base the F-35A Lightning II, the most advanced and capable weapon system in the U.S. Air Force.

We welcome you to explore our website to learn more about our history, leadership, current news, as well as career opportunities within the Vermont Air National Guard.

Photo of U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning IIs assigned to the 158th Fighter Wing, sitting on the flight line prior to the third day of the William Tell competition the at Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. William Tell simulates real combat scenarios, challenging participants in air-to-air combat, aerial gunnery and air-to-ground targeting, including the combat and control aspects relating to participating aerial assets. Back with a Bang: Vermont F-35s to the Forefront at William Tell
Back with a Bang: Vermont F-35s to the Forefront at William Tell
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Photo of Airmen from the 158th Fighter Wing prepare for the third day of the William Tell competition at the Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. William Tell simulates real combat scenarios, challenging participants in air-to-air combat, aerial gunnery and air-to-ground targeting, including the combat and control aspects relating to participating aerial assets. Back with a Bang: Vermont F-35s to the Forefront at William Tell
Back with a Bang: Vermont F-35s to the Forefront at William Tell
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Photo of A fighter pilot assigned to the 134th Fighter Squadron, Vermont Air National Guard prepares to take off at the William Tell competition at the Savannah Air National Guard Base, Georgia, Sept. 13, 2023. William Tell simulates real combat scenarios, challenging participants in air-to-air combat, aerial gunnery and air-to-ground targeting, including the combat and control aspects relating to participating aerial assets. Back with a Bang: Vermont F-35s to the Forefront at William Tell
Back with a Bang: Vermont F-35s to the Forefront at William Tell
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Photo of Austrian Maj. Gen. Hermann Kaponig, commander of the Austrian Communication and Information Systems and Cyber Defense Command, holds a meeting with Vermont National Guard leadership including State Command Chief Master Sgt. Jeffrey Stebbins and Air Component Commander of the Vermont National Guard, Brig. Gen. Henry Harder, to discuss cybers security and training opportunities, at the Austrian Defense Academy, Vienna, Austria, June 15, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of Commandant of the Austrian Defense Academy Lt. Gen. Erich Csitkovits being gifted Vermont maple syrup as a symbol of friendship by Air Component Commander of the Vermont National Guard, Brig. Gen. Henry Harder, after holding a meeting at the Austrian Defense Academy to discuss cooperation between the Austrian Armed Forces and the Vermont National Guard, Vienna, Austria, June 15, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of Vermont Air National Guard State Command Chief Master Sgt. Jeffrey Stebbins, Commandant of the Austrian Defense Academy Lt. Gen. Erich Csitkovits and Air Component Commander of the Vermont National Guard, Brig. Gen. Henry Harder, meeting at the Austrian Defense Academy to discuss cooperation between the Austrian Armed Forces and the Vermont National Guard, Vienna, Austria, June 15, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of Vermont Air National Guard State Command Chief Master Sgt. Jeffrey Stebbins, Commandant of the Austrian Defense Academy Lt. Gen. Erich Csitkovits and Air Component Commander of the Vermont National Guard, Brig. Gen. Henry Harder, meeting at the Austrian Defense Academy to discuss cooperation between the Austrian Armed Forces and the Vermont National Guard, Vienna, Austria, June 15, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of an F-35A Lightning IIs from the Vermont Air National Guard's 158th Fighter Wing and a Eurofighter Typhoons from the Austrian Air Force's Airspace Surveillance Wing, flying at Hinterstoisser Air Base from the first ever training sortie between Vermont and Austria since signing their State Partnership Program agreement, Zeltweg, Austria, June 17, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of an F-35A Lightning IIs from the Vermont Air National Guard's 158th Fighter Wing landing at Hinterstoisser Air Base from the first ever training sortie between Vermont and Austria since signing their State Partnership Program agreement, Zeltweg, Austria, June 17, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of a Eurofighter Typhoons from the Austrian Air Force's Airspace Surveillance Wing, land at Hinterstoisser Air Base from the first ever training sortie between Vermont and Austria since signing their State Partnership Program agreement, Zeltweg, Austria, June 17, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of an F-35A Lightning II from the Vermont Air National Guard's 158th Fighter Wing and a Eurofighter Typhoons from the Austrian Air Force's Airspace Surveillance Wing, flying over Hinterstoisser Air Base from the first ever training sortie between Vermont and Austria since signing their State Partnership Program agreement, Zeltweg, Austria, June 17, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of a Eurofighter Typhoons from the Austrian Air Force's Airspace Surveillance Wing, take off Hinterstoisser Air Base for the first ever training sortie between Vermont and Austria since signing their State Partnership Program agreement, Zeltweg, Austria, June 17, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of a Eurofighter Typhoons from the Austrian Air Force's Airspace Surveillance Wing, taking off Hinterstoisser Air Base for the first ever training sortie between Vermont and Austria since signing their State Partnership Program agreement, Zeltweg, Austria, June 17, 2023. 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of an F-35A Lightning IIs from the Vermont Air National Guard's 158th Fighter Wing taxing at Hinterstoisser Air Base for the first ever training sortie between Vermont and Austria since signing their State Partnership Program agreement, Zeltweg, Austria, June 17, 2023 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of a Eurofighter Typhoons from the Austrian Air Force's Airspace Surveillance Wing, taxing at Hinterstoisser Air Base for the first ever training sortie between Vermont and Austria since signing their State Partnership Program agreement, Zeltweg, Austria, June 17, 2023 158th Fighter Wing Makes History in Austria
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Photo of Vermont National Guard Soldiers and Airmen meeting for a Liaison Officer briefing to discuss assignments related to the historic flooding in the state of Vermont at Camp Johnson, Colchester, Vermont, July 19, 2023. The purpose of the Liaison Officer mission is to meet with town leaders and report information from the town back to the state for possible resourcing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Richard Mekkri) Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
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Photo of Senior Master Sgt. Matthew Powell (left), 158th Cyber Operations superintendent, and Tech. Sgt. Brandon Matott, 158th Security Forces Squadron personnel, surveying a map as part of a Liaison Officer Mission, amidst rubble and debris caused by historic flooding in Barre, Vermont, July 19, 2023. The purpose of the Liaison Officer mission is to meet with town leaders and report information from the town back to the state for possible resourcing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Richard Mekkri) Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
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Photo of Tech. Sgt. Brandon Matott (left), 158th Fighter Wing Security Forces personnel, and Senior Master Sgt. Matthew Powell, 158th Cyber Operations superintendent, walking along a damaged roadway caused by historic flooding, during the Liaison Officer Mission, in Brookfield, Vermont, July 19, 2023. The purpose of the Liaison Officer mission is to meet with town leaders and report information from the town back to the state for possible resourcing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Richard Mekkri) Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
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Photo of Brookfield Vermont town treasurer, Amy Ingrassia, pointing to sections of a map that were recently impacted by historic Vermont flooding at Brookfield town offices in Brookfield, Vermont, July 19, 2023. The purpose of the Liaison Officer mission is to meet with town leaders and report information from the town back to the state for possible resourcing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Richard Mekkri) Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
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Photo of Piles of debris stacked up outside the Savoy Theatre after historic flooding in Montpelier, VT, July 18, 2023. The flooding is the worst in nearly a century and has impacted more than 120 towns and villages throughout the state. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Richard Mekkri) Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
Vermont Soldiers and Airmen Prepare for Flood Relief Mission
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No Drone Zone

The Vermont Air National Guard base, as well as Burlington International Airport (BTV), is a No-Drone Zone. It is illegal to fly an unmanned aircraft in this area without prior approval from the FAA and proper certification. Violators are subject to seizure and legal actions.

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