Why fighter jets may be flying over Franklin County and central Ohio

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Residents in the Columbus area and central Ohio could see or hear fighter jets flying over their homes Monday morning.

According to the 180th Fighter Wing of the Ohio Air National Guard, it will conduct tests this week in and around the Columbus area. Those in central Ohio areas of Franklin County may see the fighter jets in close proximity to a Civil Air Patrol aircraft, which will be taking on the role of a Track of Interest (TOI), or an aircraft that has been identified as a threat.

The tests will be conducted on Monday morning, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

The exercise flights are always subject to change if inclement weather becomes a factor.