PRTC exercise scheduled
Posted 5/18/16 (Wed)
A large force exercise of military aircraft has been scheduled for June 7-9 in the Powder River Training Complex. During this period, people living under the following PRTC military operations areas can expect to see multiple types of aircraft utilizing the areas simultaneously: Powder River One, Powder River Two, Powder River Three, Powder River Four, and Gaps A, B and C. There is also potential for loud noises associated with sonic booms. All B1 supersonic activities will occur above 20,000 feet MSL and all transient fighter supersonic activity will occur above 10,000 feet AGL. People living under the following PRTC military operations areas can expect to be affected: Powder River Two, Powder River Three, Gap B. A map of the airspace is available for reference on the Ellsworth AFB website at http://www.ellsworth.af.mil/ prtc.asp. As a reminder, nonmilitary aircraft should thoroughly review the Federal Aviation Administration's Notices to Airmen, or NOTAMs, and review flight plans to avoid these areas and altitudes where aircraft will be participating. This can be done by calling 1800WXBRIEF, or visiting online at https://sua.faa.gov/ and http://www.1800wxbrief.com