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July 22-23, 2023

Ace Maker T-33

AH-64 Apache

18th Aggressor Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon

KC-135 Stratotanker

B-roll of the 156th CRG conducting radio communication class at Sentry North
156th Wing
Video by 1st Lt. Eliezer Soto
June 3, 2025 | 0:05
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alexander Garay, a security forces journeyman assigned to the 156th Security Operations Squadron, Puerto Rico Air National Guard, imparts a radio communication class to Airmen with the 156th CRG, PRANG, and the 182nd Airlift Wing, Illinois Air National Guard, during exercise Sentry North at Alpena Combat Readiness Training Center, Michigan, June 3, 2025. Sentry North 2025 focused on operating in a contested environment with adversary aircraft, electronic jamming, and simulated surface-to-air threats, providing a premier joint training opportunity to ensure participating units are combat-ready and interoperable in operationally limited environments. (U.S. Air National Guard video by 1st Lt. Eliezer Soto) More


  1. This event is FREE and OPEN to the public!
  2. We are happy to announce a traditional airshow will be happening! More details to come!
  3. Ear protection is highly encouraged, especially for children.
  4. We will have food vendors!
  5. Don't forget to hydrate and bring sunscreen!

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For any performers interested in participating in Arctic Lightning Airshow as an aerial act or static display, please contact us at 354fw.pa.publicaffairs@us.af.mil.

***The 2023 Arctic Lightning Airshow is an Air Force Open House being conducted in accordance with AFMAN 10-1004. Reference to any non-federal entity is not intended as a Federal endorsement.***