National guard pilots to conduct night training flights

2/3/2014

SWANTON — The 180th Fighter Wing of the Ohio Air National Guard will conduct night training flights today through Thursday, weather permitting.

Residents may see or hear F-16 fighter jets taking off and landing until about 9 p.m. each night.

Training flights normally take place during daylight hours, but pilots are required to conduct night training sessions to maintain overall readiness.