Fort Carson to conduct combat aviation training exercise through March
The 4th Combat Aviation Brigade on Tuesday began an aerial gunnery exercise surrounding southern Fort Carson that will run through the beginning of March.
Fort Carson officials said the training includes firing weapons from AH-64 Apache helicopters and is conducted to prepare Army aviation units for any potential missions around the world.
Officials said residents in areas surrounding the base should expect periods of increased noise, including in the evening hours and throughout the night.
“Fort Carson is dedicated to being good neighbors and will continue to inform the public about training events that may affect surrounding communities. We strive to balance our training requirements with respecting our neighboring communities,” officials said.
The training exercise is scheduled to last through March 5.
According to the announcement, any noise complaints regarding this training exercise can be sent to the Fort Carson Public Affairs Office at 719-526-9849.
An AH-64 Apache helicopter flies low over the heads of thousands of Fort Carson soldiers participating in the 4th Infantry Division’s Battle of Kamdesh physical training exercise on base on Friday, June 9 , 2023. (Parker Seibold, The Gazette)