SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Minnehaha County Commission voted Tuesday to send a letter of consideration to make Sioux Falls a potential location for the new F-35 Lightning II aircraft.
The letter presented at the meeting outlines the reasons why Sioux Falls’ 114th Fighter Wing would be an ideal location for this new aircraft technology. Some of the reasons given include:
- Sioux Falls’ base has a history of running joint operations with other local bases
- The SD government has an aligned government on incorporating academia and industry as a means to strengthen national security
- Proximity to Fort Ellsworth Air Force Base leaves room for next-generation fighter-bomb integration
Here is the letter voted on during the meeting. This letter can be found on the meeting agenda page…