WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Austin Scott (GA-08) today announced his support for the Air Force’s selection of Moody Air Force Base as the preferred location for the A-29 Light Air Support Training Mission.

"Moody Air Force Base has a long standing history of excellence, and I am proud that Moody has been chosen for the A-29 LAS program," said Congressman Scott.  "Successfully completing this mission will allow our soldiers and airmen to come home from Afghanistan as soon as possible. The Air Force's selection of Moody solidifies its value and contribution to our nation's defense. The applaud the efforts and support that the South Georgia community and the South Georgia Military Affairs Council has given on behalf of Moody Air Force Base for this mission."

Earlier this year, the Air Force announced its consideration of Moody Air Force Base for the A-29 LAS Aircraft mission expected to begin in October 2014. The mission will train ninety Afghanistan Air Force pilots and thirty maintenance personnel on the A-29 LAS Aircraft in order to better equip the Afghan Air Force for the transition of American soldiers out of Afghanistan. Pending an environmental impact study, the Air Force will confirm Moody’s selection later this summer.

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