AURORA, Colo. — The Colorado National Guard will fly a formation of F-16C Vipers over Colorado communities on Monday to commemorate Memorial Day.
The 140th Wing of the Colorado Air National Guard will conduct flyovers in Greeley, Parker, Silver Cliff, Monte Vista, Grand Junction, Grand Lake, Denver, Thornton and Boulder on Memorial Day.
Monday's flights are estimated to occur between 10:30 a.m. and 12:10 p.m.
Flyover times are estimates and could also be canceled due to weather. The aircraft may also be seen between these locations as they transition between Memorial Day celebrations.
“Memorial Day flyovers are more than just a display of aerial precision, they are a solemn salute to our fallen heroes,” said 140th Wing Commander U.S. Air Force Col. Jeremiah “Weed” Tucker. “Each pass through the sky honors their bravery and reminds us of the high price paid for our freedom.”
Monday Colorado flyover events
- Linn Grove Cemetery, Greeley – 10:30 a.m.
- Parker Cemetery, Parker – 10:35 a.m.
- Veterans Memorial Park, Silver Cliff – 10:50 a.m.
- Homelake Cemetery, Monte Vista – 11 a.m.
- Western Colorado Veterans Cemetery, Grand Junction – 11:15 a.m.
- Grand Lake Memorial Day Parade, Grand Lake – 11:35 a.m.
- Fort Logan National Cemetery, Denver – 11:40 a.m.
- Olinger Highland Cemetery, Thornton – 11:50 a.m.
- University of Colorado Boulder, Folsom Stadium, Boulder – 12:07 p.m.
The Colorado National Guard said the locations receiving flyovers requested support from the U.S. Air Force’s Aerial Events Office in Washington, D.C. The flights serve as training for the pilots and do not cost taxpayers extra money.
"Flyovers serve as a powerful tribute to military personnel who have died in service to our country," the Colorado Air National Guard said in a news release. "F-16s in formation symbolize strength, vigilance and respect for those who made the ultimate sacrifice."
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