Colo National Guard

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Today in CONG History:

The Great Flood of 1921 hit Pueblo, CO, 105 years ago today. When the Arkansas River flooded its banks hundreds of CONG members were called to assist in the city’s recovery. The results of the flood were catastrophic and sadly1500 people lost their lives.

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Another highlight from TAG and CSEL’s visit to our deployed aviators in Kosovo. It’s always rewarding to have the opportunity to visit and speak with our deployed troops.

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Colorado Air National Guard’s 140th Wing returns from Indo-Pacific deployment

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“Our collaborative aerial firefighting training with civilian and interstate partners is designed to ensure our air and ground crews are prepared to protect our communities from wildfires,"

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Today the CONG had the distinct honor of supporting the @USNatArchives Freedom Plane Tour, providing a color guard and transfering of historic documents. Among them are an original draft of the US Constitution and the 1783 Treaty of Paris.

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Colorado Air National Guard and Colorado Army National Guard to conduct Memorial Day flyovers to honor our fallen

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The CONG Joint Counterdrug Task Force teamed up yesterday with the Drug Enforcement Administration for a drug prevention event at Aurora Hills Middle School!

The highlight of the day for many of the students was the arrival of our LUH-72 Lakota helicopter.

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RT @USEmbassyBern: Ambassador Callista L. Gingrich was pleased to meet Major General Robert Davis of the Colorado National Guard during his…

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"As we observe Military Spouse Appreciation Day, I want to take a moment to personally acknowledge the unsung heroes of our formations and squadrons: our military spouses.

The strength of our National Guard is linked to the strength of our military families." -TAGofCO MG Davis

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Always on guard, FireGuard is a specialized program utilizing Colorado and California National Guard intelligence analysts, alongside military satellites and sensors, to detect and track wildfires in real-time.

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Congrats to USAF Chief Master Sgt. Jared Hiles for his appointment as senior enlisted leader for the director of joint-staff. Read more on our website: https://t.co/Ig6jm5wBQp

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Deployed members of the Colorado Air National Guard conducted joint-force operations alongside sister branches of the U.S. military and allied forces in the Indo-Pacific region in February 2026.

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#StateofCO U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Scott Sherman retires with more than 30 years of military service.

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Today marks the 51st anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. During the conflict, the CONG lost two Airmen: Maj. Clyde Seiler and Capt. Perry Jefferson.

Today and always, we remember these individuals, as well as every other service member who made the ultimate sacrifice.

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81 years ago today Soldiers of the COARNG helped liberate Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp.

Today on this solemn anniversary, the CONG had the honor of hearing directly from Barbara Steinmetz, one of only two living holocaust survivors in of Colorado.

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Meet Your Home Guard- U.S. Army Sgt. Carlos Hernandez

Hernandez is a Network Specialist for the CO Army National Gurad IT office.

“I’m at a point in my life where I’m actively craving knowledge,” he said. “I’m chasing what I don’t know.”

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CONG's own 1LT Jansen, assigned to NATO Kosovo Force, is carrying on family tradition, flying with an American flag given by his father. This flag has been carried by members of his family during their deployments it serves as a symbol of shared commitment to military service.

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This week wildfire conditions were so elevated an aviation wildfire response training was canceled
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Yesterday Colorado Army National Guard pilots conducted fire aviation training with @COStateFire in preparation for the 2026 wildfire season. This comprehensive training helped develop and sharpen skills for all agencies involved.

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For Immediate Release:
April 17, 2026

Contacts:
Tracy LeClair | [email protected] | 970-841-9230

DFPC & Colorado National Guard to Conduct Fire Aviation Training for the 2026 Wildfire Season

Longmont, CO - The Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) and the Colorado National Guard (CONG) will conduct helicopter-based fire suppression and classroom training on April 21-28, 2026. Dubbed the Colorado Fire Aviation Summit (COFAS), this annual interagency wildland fire training exercise will be conducted along with Boulder Fire-Rescue, the City of Longmont, the Longmont Fire Department, the USDA Forest Service (USFS), and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).

The training exercises include targeted aerial water delivery practice at Chatfield State Park in Littleton, CO; Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Commerce City, CO; and Ralph Price Reservoir at Button Rock Preserve in Longmont, CO. Aircraft will take off from Vance Brand Municipal Airport in Longmont, CO, and Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora, CO. The training aims to improve coordinated response and airspace deconfliction for air- and ground-based response elements during emergencies between federal, state, and local agencies. Most aircraft will be flying April 22-24 and April 28-30.

"Working with our partners to conduct this type of training is crucial," said DFPC Director Mike Morgan. "Especially with the current and predicted conditions we are facing with the lack of snowpack this year. Wildfires know no boundaries. They cross between federal, tribal, state, and private lands, making coordination between fire management agencies a fundamental component of wildland firefighting."

In addition to aerial operations, the conference will include academic training at the Army Aviation Support Facility, Buckley Space Force Base in Aurora. Months of planning have included coordination with local authorities for site locations, movement of equipment, and environmental considerations.

"A key component of the Colorado Army National Guard's mission is our commitment to the citizens of Colorado," stated U.S. Army Lt. Col. Muriel Missler, Director of Aviation and Safety. "Our collaborative aerial firefighting training with civilian and interstate partners is designed to ensure our air and ground crews are prepared to protect our communities from wildfires. This rigorous training not only enables safe and effective operations in Colorado's challenging environments but also enhances our combat aviation skills and planning capabilities."

The goal is to provide a safe and realistic training environment for comprehensive training, practice, and development of skills for all agencies involved. Temporary public safety closures will be in effect at Button Rock Preserve while aircraft are operating in the area; please refer to the attached closure map for more detailed information.

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