South Burlington, Vermont – On April 22, 2025, U.S. Air National Guard Airmen from the 158th Fighter Wing returned home from deployment, receiving a heartwarming welcome from family and friends.

The Airmen had been deployed to Okinawa, Japan, to support the F-35A Lightning II aircraft from the Vermont Air National Guard.

A video captured the emotional moment as the Airmen reunited with their loved ones, marking the end of their deployment with a joyous and touching homecoming.

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