SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Last week, the Midwest Honor Flight went on its 27th mission, bringing 83 veterans to Washington, DC, for “One final tour with honor.”

Midwest Honor Flight Mission 27 Near-death experience gives Iowa veteran a new perspective Sioux Falls veteran living a life of service after retirement Salem Veteran goes from Nazi Germany to defending freedom in Korea Recent trip debuts airline, celebration changes Navy veteran reflects on teaching next generation of sailors

Out of high school, Allen Skotvold voluntarily joined the South Dakota Air National Guard from his hometown in Centerville, serving in the 114th Fighter Wing based in Sioux Falls.

He had no idea that his career with the Fighting Lobos would be so lengthy and fulfilling.

Allen Skotvold

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