PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The 142nd Wing of the Portland Air National Guard Base conducted a series of flyovers on Independence Day, showcasing their F-15 Eagle fighter jets across various locations in northwest Oregon and southwest Washington.
Col. Daniel McAllister, one of the two pilots from the wing participating in the event, expressed his pride in being part of the celebrations.
“It’s really a unique honor to represent the Oregon Air National Guard and U.S. Air Force by flying over our local communities on our nation’s Independence Day,” said McAllister. “If nothing else, I hope we remind people at those parades and celebrations that it takes tremendous sacrifice and dedication by our military service members to ensure the freedom we all enjoy every day.”…