As a former Eagle driver, this article from The Military Times definitely perked my interest. Military aviators are constantly refining tactics and practicing what we are taught. Being in a fighter unit within the Air National Guard likely means you’ll have a Homeland Defense alert mission as well. Some pretty unique opportunities out there to work and train between services and agencies within our DoD.

Article linked here: https://www.militarytimes.com/newsletters/2025/08/26/national-guard-tests-f-15-fighter-against-helicopters/

militarytimes.com

Air National Guard tests F-15 fighter against helicopters

In an unprecedented combat defense, two helicopters faced off against an F-15D Eagle fighter aircraft.