South Jersey base will take new F-35 fighters

Burlington County Times. By David Levinsky

...The wing flies the fighters as part of its homeland defense mission to help defend the east coast from potential attacks against New York, Washington, Virginia and other targets.

...Rep. Donald Norcross, who is New Jersey's highest ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, said the newer jets are needed as replacements for the 177th's aging 1980s era F-16s.

..."With such a vital mission at stake, defending our nation's most vital government and economic regions, the Wing must be considered for an upgrade to the newest technology and platforms available — the F-35s," the congressman said.

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