The open letter was sent to the Air Force Secretary, Chief of Staff, and Inspector General, and to Vermont political leaders.

The Burlington International Airport, where F-35 jets were based starting in September 2019, is located amidst the most densely populated Vermont cities and towns. Sound measurements on city streets outside Burlington International Airport show F-35 noise on takeoff exceeding the level that the Air Force says can cause permanent hearing loss. Survey data shows civilians suffering hearing damage, pain, injury and distress from exposure to F-35 jets taking off and landing. To keep reading click here