Irregular noise, flight patterns expected at D-M

Released by 355th Wing Public Affairs:

Release Number: 010111

1/4/2011 - DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, Ariz. -- Aircraft noise may be more noticeable than usual and flight patterns may appear irregular in comparison to normal air activities conducted at D-M Jan. 5 and 6 due to F-16 and A-10 demonstration team practices.

The F-16 demo team practices Jan. 5 from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. and the A-10 demo team practices Jan. 6 from 12:40 p.m. to 1:10 p.m. Also, an F-16 certification flight is scheduled Jan. 6 from 4 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Demonstration team practices allow pilots to exercise the skills and tactics necessary to showcase the Air Force's superiority in the skies.

For any questions or public concerns, contact the 355th Fighter Wing Public Affairs office at (520) 228-3378.

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