B-1 flyover at Sturgis Aug. 4

A B-1 bomber is scheduled to fly over over Main Street in Sturgis, S.D., at 3 p.m., Aug. 4 as part of the 15th Annual Veterans Recognition Ceremony. The flyover will cap off an event formally recognizing four South Dakota veterans - one each from World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War and Gulf War - and their families for their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Perry Aston/Released)

B-1 flyover at Sturgis Aug. 4

Published Aug. 3, 2015
28th Bomb Wing Public Affairs

ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, S.D. -- A base B-1 bomber will provide a flyover down Main Street in Sturgis, S.D., at 3 p.m., Aug. 4 as part of the 15th Annual Veterans Recognition Ceremony.

The B-1 flyover is allowed as part of approved training missions. Residents living in and around Sturgis could experience an increased noise level related to the flyover and see low-flying aircraft.

The flyover will cap off an event formally recognizing four South Dakota veterans - one each from World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War and Gulf War - and their families for their service.

For more information, call the 28th Bomb Wing Public Affairs Office at (605) 385-5056.