HAMPTON

Fighter jets at Langley Air Force Base will be conducting night operations today through Friday.

Operations are expected to run between 6 a.m. and midnight, with increased noise levels and congestion at the base, the Air Force said in a statement.

F-22 Raptors and F-15C Eagles from the 1st Fighter Wing will be part of a simulated combat exercise to test the air wing’s ability to mobilize troops, equipment and aircraft.

The simulation will include smoke machines and controlled explosions to mimic chemical and conventional attacks.

Louis Hansen, (757) 446-2322, louis.hansen@pilotonline.com