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Munitions test to impact Gulf of Mexico area south of Destin this week

Niceville.comNovember 3, 20241 Min Read
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An Air Force vessel in the Gulf of Mexico for flight and boat operations. (1st Lt. Karissa Rodriguez)

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. — The 53rd Weapons Evaluation Group will conduct flight and boat operations in the Gulf of Mexico this week, from November 4-6.

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Fighter aircraft will release munitions each day between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m., approximately 20 nautical miles south of Destin.

The tests will occur within a designated range safety area, with boat surveillance in the gulf to maintain safety.

The operations are part of the 53rd Wing’s Weapon System Evaluation Program. Notices to mariners will be issued before missions to ensure awareness.

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For further information, contact the 96th Test Wing public affairs office at 882-3931 or the 53rd Wing public affairs office at 882-0423.

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