Comment of Senator Patrick Leahy (D-Vermont) on the deployment of the 158th Fighter Wing of the Vermont Air National Guard to Europe, Thursday evening, April 28, 2022:
“Marcelle and I extend our prayers and well-wishes to members of our Vermont Air National Guard and their families on this deployment to Europe. The nation has called on you in a time of need to provide our NATO allies with reassurance that the United States will stand side-by-side with them to prevent threats to their homes. You were called because you can be counted on to provide the highest level of professionalism and service. All Vermonters are also grateful to and proud of the families and communities that also serve and sacrifice.
“While deployed, as when you are home in Vermont, my office stands ready to help assist in all ways that we can with any needs that you have. Be safe, look after each other, and keep making us proud.”
A "couple hundred" service members are expected to deploy to Europe in an effort to bolster NATO defenses in the region, a spokesperson confirmed with NBC5 News. That total includes both pilots and members of ground crew.
Vermont Air National Guard Deployment Ceremony
What: Deployment ceremony for VTANG Airmen and families.
Who: Deploying Airmen and their families, distinguished guests.
When: Tentatively scheduled between 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 28, 2022.
Where: Hangar 4, Vermont Air National Guard Base. 106 NCO Drive, South Burlington, VT.
Why: To honor and acknowledge the 158th Fighter Wing Airmen as they prepare to deploy to Europe in support of ongoing NATO efforts in the region. The ceremony will also highlight the service and sacrifice of the families and support of our communities.
Senator Leahy. VTANG. 4.28.2022.