From October 26 to November 8, 2002, the 158th Fighter Wing of the Vermont Air National Guard deployed aircraft and personnel to Nellis AFB, Nevada, to participate in Red Flag 03-01. I've had the opportunity to visit and spend a few days with The Green Mountain Boys during that Red Flag and I'm very happy to feature the Boys 'in action' on that page. It was quite an experience to be there and witness the incredible amount of work it takes to prepare and launch 8 F-16C twice a day. Seeing the Boys launching their jets at night was quite a sight and not many people outside the military have experienced that.

Flying alongside the 158th FW/VT ANG were the 147th FW/TX ANG and 177th FW/NJ ANG. All three wings deploy together as part of an Aerospace Expeditionary Force and this was an excellent opportunity to plan and train together in such a realistic environment.

A special "Thanks" to Jill, Jeff, Clyde and Roger for looking after me and "Thumbs Up" to alll The Green Mountain Boys! It was fun being there with you all. Enjoy the photos!

All photos by author Philippe Colin.