The U.S. Air Force has short-listed both Mountain Home Air Force Base and Boise's Gowen Field as possible locations for the F-35 fighter aircraft. These new missions would secure operations at these bases for the next 50 years. This is no small matter, as these two military installations together provide more than $1.0 billion to the Idaho economy each year. If our bases are not chosen, their current missions could face phasing out in coming years, putting jobs and economic benefits at risk.
Here is how you can help: A series of environmental scoping meetings (in an open house format) will be held throughout February. We ask that you attend the most convenient one to learn more about the missions. Comment cards will be available so you can express your support. A schedule of these meetings is attached.
Idaho's bases have already made the short list for these new operations; please help us pass this next critical hurdle.
More information on Idaho's quest for F-35 missions can be found at http://idahof35.com/