Air National Guard.
air warfare component of the United States National Guard
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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An Air National Guard base is located in Clackamas County, Oregon, near the Cascadia subduction zone fault line.Some support1 report
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National Guard Bureau tracks impacts on Air National Guard readiness under Secretary Hegseth's direction.Some support2 reports
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Grant previously worked for the Montana State National Guard.Some support1 report
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Siemens sponsored a UAA event in Alaska, which was supported by the Air National Guard.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Skylar Ekstrom spoke with Cummins and SUNY Fredonia at a fair and plans to pursue the Air National Guard.Some support1 report
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An Air National Guard unit, led by commander Casey Lalonde, utilized a C-130H Hercules aircraft for missions supporting both the Pacific and Europe, including a final training flight over Great Falls.Some support1 report
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Air National Guard and Samaritan's Purse provided air support for disaster relief efforts.Some support1 report
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Combined training exercise Ak Shumkar II marked the 30th anniversary of the partnership between Kyrgyzstan and the Air National Guard.Some support1 report
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Air National Guard base operations in Western Massachusetts are sustaining local jobs and protecting the air sovereignty corridor up to Canada.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Lockheed Martin tested the Legion system with the Air National Guard.Some support2 reports
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Eastern Oregon University supports military-affiliated students.Some support1 report
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Jack Teixeira, who joined the Air National Guard in 2019, is facing a criminal complaint supported by an FBI affidavit.Some support1 report
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Low funding raises concerns about equipment gaps, and executive orders target law firms for security.Some support1 report
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Air National Guard units from North Dakota have mobilized for the defense of critical infrastructure.Some support1 report
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An Air National Guard base is located in Vermont.Well supported3 reports
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Virtuix showcased its C-UAS trainer to defense officials as part of cooperative research agreements involving the Air National Guard, Quantico, and Fort Benning.Some support1 report
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Air National Guard deployed to the Middle East, Caribbean, and Puerto Rico, assisting in the unseating of Nicolás Maduro.Some support1 report
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The Air National Guard is deploying units, including the Air Force Reserve, to assist in fighting wildfires across the American West, with operations underway in Colorado.Some support1 report
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Guardsmen are members of the Guard, and the National Guard Bureau oversees operations for national defense.Some support1 report
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Air National Guard, AFAS, and Cohen Veterans Network have formed a partnership to provide services and reduce financial barriers for active Guard Reserve members.Some support3 reports
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Patrick Frank, who is connected to the Air National Guard, served as deputy director for the Michigan National Guard during a large exercise held in Alpena, Michigan.Some support1 report
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The Air National Guard is conducting training exercises at Volk Field Air National Guard Base.Some support2 reports
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Boeing secured a sole-source F-15 contract from the PENTAGON, covering Air National Guard needs and international sales.Well supported4 reports
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Holle served across the Air National Guard.Some support1 report
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The Air National Guard, based in Michigan, operates nationally.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Air National Guard personnel trained in Connecticut regarding their ability to operate without reliance on the Global Positioning System.Some support1 report
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An Air National Guard base is located in Fort Smith.Some support1 report
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AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Air Force, is identified as a potential funding sponsor for projects involving Applied Energetics and the Air National Guard.Some support4 reports
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NDAA drafting is affecting military service requirements and guiding service staffing levels.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Congressional Research Service provides background reports to Congress regarding reserve component duty statuses and legislative oversight.Some support1 report
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Air National Guard supported fire efforts from Pendleton on August 5, 2026.Some support1 report
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A welcome home celebration for veterans involving the USAF and Air National Guard at Willow Run Airport in Michigan.Some support1 report
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Mark Williams is leading efforts regarding recruiting and retention within the Air National Guard.Some support2 reports
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Air National Guard members collaborated on medical response missions utilizing the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Lincoln Airport.Some support2 reports
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Air National Guard and Perimeter Solutions reported that the majority of their revenue originated from defense contracts on July 31, 2026.Some support1 report
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Air National Guard constructed a fire training tower at Camp Douglas.Some support1 report
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Justin Hughes, a full-time crew chief mechanic, works for the Air National Guard near Pittsburgh.Some support1 report
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Lindsey Graham was profiled regarding his strong support for Israel and the Iran war, his views on national defense, his service in the Air National Guard, and the political appointments involving Donald Trump and Henry McMaster.Some support3 reports
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A service member secured employment at the TSA help desk, while Trump promised redemption for discharged service members, and the FDA noted heart inflammation risks from injections.Some support1 report
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The Air National Guard generates annual economic activity in the area of Great Falls.Some support1 report
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Bennett worked with Johnson & Johnson and served as an officer in the Air National Guard.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Base operations conducted in Duluth and flyovers over communities in Northland on July 1st.Some support1 report
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An Air National Guard base is located in New Hampshire.Some support1 report
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JD Vance flew to a rally stop, utilizing Portland International Jetport and receiving occasional military traffic, including C-32A aircraft.Some support1 report
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The Air National Guard conducted testing of Sentinel communications capabilities in Sica, Kosovo, as part of a long-standing partnership.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DoD guidance mandates uniform policy compliance, confirmed by the Air Force spokesperson, involving the Air National Guard.Some support2 reports
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Basic training begins in San Angelo, Texas, involving the Air National Guard and fire department.Some support1 report
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A foundation operates in Cobleskill, and the Air National Guard is involved in an award program.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Air National Guard
Events traced to Air National Guard, step by step, newest first- Air National Guard wing prepares for F-35A jet transitionAir National Guard wing may face major construction and operational shiftsLikely
- New fire truck boosts Air National Guard base safetyNew fire truck boosts Air National Guard base safetyLikely
- New Montana super range may expand Air National Guard's operational roleThe Air National Guard may see increased operational scope from new Montana testing rangePossible
- Air National Guard shifts to advanced HH-60W Jolly Green IIAir National Guard transitions rescue duties to newer HH-60W Jolly Green IIReported
Explainers that pass through Air National Guard
Air National Guard is a step on the way to someone else- New F-35A fleet may increase infrastructure demands on Klamath CountyKlamath County may face increased infrastructure demands due to F-35A transitionPossible
- How could the transition to F-35A jets affect the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality?New F-35A jets and construction may increase environmental oversight for Oregon Department of Environmental QualityPossible
- Air Force modernizes fleet as Guard transitions to C-130JAir Force modernizes fleet as Guard transitions to C-130JReported
Around Air National Guard this week
News at the entities that move Air National Guard most-
United States Air Force StructuralBill Clifford's biographical details were reported, noting his marriage to a state senator, his 30 years in the US Air Force, and his degree from Fort Hays State University.Moves Air National Guard
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Donald Trump StructuralTrump held a political event at the Rose Garden in Kansas City, impacting local first responders.Moves Air National Guard
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Congress StructuralCongress now controls federal grants designated for fire service.Moves Air National Guard
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Tina Kotek OperationalTina Kotek and Christine Drazan debated opposing views on energy cost allocation during their political campaign.Moves Air National Guard
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Fort Worth StructuralRish Sharma announced his desire to assist businesses located in Fort Worth.Moves Air National Guard
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House StructuralA House committee designated Tepak as a trusted flagger to monitor hate speech operations in Cyprus.Moves Air National Guard
Connections
The 40 strongest of 121, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
United States Air Force Structural
The Air National Guard functions as an integrated component within the structure of the United States Air Force.
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Volk Field Air National Guard Base Structural
Volk Field serves as the dedicated operational base where the Air National Guard conducts its required training exercises.
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Donald Trump Structural
Donald Trump exercises executive authority to direct the operational deployment, staffing, and specific missions of the Air National Guard.
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Blanchard Structural
Blanchard holds the formal role of interim general for the D.C. National Guard.
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Hercules Structural
The Air National Guard unit relies on the C-130H Hercules aircraft as a central component for mission execution.
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Jason Little Structural
Jason Little holds a command role within the MAFFS Air Expeditionary Group, which operates under the umbrella of the Air National Guard.
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Lindsey Graham Structural
Lindsey Graham formally served as a member and officer of the Air National Guard.
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Duluth Structural
The Air National Guard utilizes Duluth as its operational base of government functions.
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Casey Lalonde Structural
Casey Lalonde holds a command role within the Air National Guard.
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National Guard Bureau Structural
The National Guard Bureau provides structural oversight and leadership for the Air National Guard.
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Lackland Air Force Base Structural
Lackland Air Force Base provides the necessary training infrastructure and operational support for the Air National Guard.
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Sikorsky Structural
Sikorsky manufactures helicopters that are utilized by the Air National Guard.
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Michelle Taylor Structural
Michelle Taylor holds a command position within the Air National Guard group.
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Fort Smith Structural
The Air National Guard operates from a base located in Fort Smith.
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Lockheed Martin Operational
Lockheed Martin is conducting flight tests of its Legion system in partnership with the Air National Guard.
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Justin Hughes Structural
Justin Hughes is a full-time crew chief mechanic for the Air National Guard.
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Congress Structural
Congress establishes the legislative, budgetary, and operational framework, including the NDAA, under which the Air National Guard operates.
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Morales Structural
Morales provides the essential physical and operational foundation required for the Air National Guard to execute its functions.
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Holle Operational
Holle provided services and products that were utilized by the Air National Guard during its operations.
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Metrorail Operational
Guard members utilized Metrorail as part of their operational environment during an incident.
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Air Force Research Laboratory Structural
Air Force Research Laboratory and Air National Guard are potential funding and sponsorship partners for joint initiatives.
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Oregon Department of Forestry Operational
Air National Guard provides operational assistance to ground teams of the Oregon Department of Forestry during fire control efforts.
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Air Mobility Command Structural
The Air Mobility Command and Air National Guard require functional synergy to successfully execute global strike missions.
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Tina Kotek Operational
Tina Kotek's office provides political support and acknowledgment to the Air National Guard's service and operations.
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Kyrgyzstan Operational
The relationship is characterized by a long-standing partnership and active participation in combined military training exercises.
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Collins Transactional
Collins supported funding initiatives that benefited the Air National Guard.
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Kosovo Operational
The entities maintain an ongoing partnership through the State Partnership Program established in 2011.
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SENTINEL Operational
The two entities are engaged in functional testing of communications capabilities in a shared operational environment.
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Fort Worth Structural
Fort Worth serves as a supply or manufacturing location for aircraft utilized by the Air National Guard.
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Applied Energetics Structural
The company receives critical operational funding and support from the Air National Guard.
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Kirtland Air Force Base Structural
The Air National Guard unit is functionally hosted at Kirtland Air Force Base.
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Federal Aviation Administration Operational
FAA issues operational alerts to Air National Guard regarding flight operations.
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George W. Bush Operational
Air National Guard deployed specifically to provide protective detail for President Bush.
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Iowa Operational
The Air National Guard provides a functional layer of cyber defense specifically utilized for the electoral processes within the state of Iowa.
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Jack Teixeira Structural
Jack Teixeira is a member of the Air National Guard.
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Pete Hegseth Operational
Pete Hegseth publicly comments on the mission fulfillment and policy compliance of the Air National Guard.
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Patriot Operational
The technology is functionally integrated with the Air National Guard unit as part of a joint exercise component.
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Army Operational
The two services compete directly for skilled personnel by offering large retention bonuses.
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House Structural
The individual's legislative actions are focused on creating or modifying the legal framework under which the Air National Guard operates.
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Patrick Frank Structural
Patrick Frank served as the deputy director for the Michigan National Guard.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
5 events- An Air National Guard base is located in Clackamas County, Oregon, near the Cascadia subduction zone fault line.
- Grant previously worked for the Montana State National Guard.
- Siemens sponsored a UAA event in Alaska, which was supported by the Air National Guard.
- Skylar Ekstrom spoke with Cummins and SUNY Fredonia at a fair and plans to pursue the Air National Guard.
- An Air National Guard unit, led by commander Casey Lalonde, utilized a C-130H Hercules aircraft for missions supporting both the Pacific and Europe, including a final training flight over Great Falls.
September 2026
13 events- Air National Guard and Samaritan's Purse provided air support for disaster relief efforts.
- Combined training exercise Ak Shumkar II marked the 30th anniversary of the partnership between Kyrgyzstan and the Air National Guard.
- Air National Guard base operations in Western Massachusetts are sustaining local jobs and protecting the air sovereignty corridor up to Canada.
- Lockheed Martin tested the Legion system with the Air National Guard.
- Eastern Oregon University supports military-affiliated students.
- Jack Teixeira, who joined the Air National Guard in 2019, is facing a criminal complaint supported by an FBI affidavit.
- Low funding raises concerns about equipment gaps, and executive orders target law firms for security.
- Air National Guard units from North Dakota have mobilized for the defense of critical infrastructure.
- An Air National Guard base is located in Vermont.
- Virtuix showcased its C-UAS trainer to defense officials as part of cooperative research agreements involving the Air National Guard, Quantico, and Fort Benning.
- Air National Guard deployed to the Middle East, Caribbean, and Puerto Rico, assisting in the unseating of Nicolás Maduro.
- The Air National Guard is deploying units, including the Air Force Reserve, to assist in fighting wildfires across the American West, with operations underway in Colorado.
- Guardsmen are members of the Guard, and the National Guard Bureau oversees operations for national defense.
August 2026
15 events- Air National Guard, AFAS, and Cohen Veterans Network have formed a partnership to provide services and reduce financial barriers for active Guard Reserve members.
- Patrick Frank, who is connected to the Air National Guard, served as deputy director for the Michigan National Guard during a large exercise held in Alpena, Michigan.
- The Air National Guard is conducting training exercises at Volk Field Air National Guard Base.
- Boeing secured a sole-source F-15 contract from the PENTAGON, covering Air National Guard needs and international sales.
- Holle served across the Air National Guard.
- Air National Guard personnel trained in Connecticut regarding their ability to operate without reliance on the Global Positioning System.
- An Air National Guard base is located in Fort Smith.
- AFWERX, the innovation arm of the Air Force, is identified as a potential funding sponsor for projects involving Applied Energetics and the Air National Guard.
- NDAA drafting is affecting military service requirements and guiding service staffing levels.
- Congressional Research Service provides background reports to Congress regarding reserve component duty statuses and legislative oversight.
- Air National Guard supported fire efforts from Pendleton on August 5, 2026.
- A welcome home celebration for veterans involving the USAF and Air National Guard at Willow Run Airport in Michigan.
- Mark Williams is leading efforts regarding recruiting and retention within the Air National Guard.
- Air National Guard members collaborated on medical response missions utilizing the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Lincoln Airport.
- Air National Guard and Perimeter Solutions reported that the majority of their revenue originated from defense contracts on July 31, 2026.
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July 2026
10 events- The Air National Guard, based in Michigan, operates nationally.
- Air National Guard constructed a fire training tower at Camp Douglas.
- Justin Hughes, a full-time crew chief mechanic, works for the Air National Guard near Pittsburgh.
- Lindsey Graham was profiled regarding his strong support for Israel and the Iran war, his views on national defense, his service in the Air National Guard, and the political appointments involving Donald Trump and Henry McMaster.
- A service member secured employment at the TSA help desk, while Trump promised redemption for discharged service members, and the FDA noted heart inflammation risks from injections.
- The Air National Guard generates annual economic activity in the area of Great Falls.
- Bennett worked with Johnson & Johnson and served as an officer in the Air National Guard.
- Base operations conducted in Duluth and flyovers over communities in Northland on July 1st.
- An Air National Guard base is located in New Hampshire.
- JD Vance flew to a rally stop, utilizing Portland International Jetport and receiving occasional military traffic, including C-32A aircraft.
June 2026
5 events- National Guard Bureau tracks impacts on Air National Guard readiness under Secretary Hegseth's direction.
- The Air National Guard conducted testing of Sentinel communications capabilities in Sica, Kosovo, as part of a long-standing partnership.
- DoD guidance mandates uniform policy compliance, confirmed by the Air Force spokesperson, involving the Air National Guard.
- Basic training begins in San Angelo, Texas, involving the Air National Guard and fire department.
- A foundation operates in Cobleskill, and the Air National Guard is involved in an award program.