158th Fighter Wing
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The 158th Fighter Wing (158 FW) is a unit of the Vermont Air National Guard, stationed at Burlington Air National Guard Base, Burlington, Vermont. If activated to federal service, the Wing is gained by the United States Air Force Air Combat Command. The mission of the 158th Fighter Wing was to utilize the F-16 Fighting Falcon to provide a relatively low-cost, high-performance weapon system for the United States and allied nations. They have since ceased the use of the F-16, and started receiving the F-35 in September 2019.
- Federal government: To provide the United States Air Force with combat ready personnel and equipment for utilization during times of war or national emergency.
- State government: To provide assistance to the State of Vermont for use during local and statewide disasters or emergencies, to protect life, property, and preserve peace, and public safety.
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158th Fighter Wing | |
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Active | 1956–present |
Country | United States |
Allegiance | Vermont |
Branch | Air National Guard |
Type | Wing |
Role | Fighter/Air Defense |
Part of | Vermont Air National Guard |
Garrison/HQ | Burlington Air National Guard Base, Burlington, Vermont |
Nickname(s) | The Green Mountain Boys |
Tail Code | A green tailband with yellow text 'Vermont' included. A standing man fills the entire tail with the serial underneath. On the tailbase the words 'The Green Mountain Boys' are painted. |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Colonel David Shevchik[1] |
Insignia | |
158th Fighter Wing emblem |
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