U.S. Air Force Brigadier General Bart Van Roo has assumed command of the Wisconsin Air National Guard during a ceremony held January 7th at Truax Field.
As Wisconsin’s deputy adjutant general for Air, Van Roo now oversees more than 2,300 personnel serving in two flying wings and a combat readiness training center. He will also serve as chief advisor to Wisconsin Adjutant General Major General Matthew Strub on all Air National Guard operations.
Van Roo began his military career in 1992 as an enlisted aeromedical specialist with the 115th Fighter Wing in Madison. After earning his commission in 1999 and completing pilot training, he flew the F-16 Fighting Falcon and later commanded the 176th Fighter Squadron. In 2020, he took command of the 115th Fighter Wing and led its transition from the F-16 to the F-35A Lightning II. Most recently, he served as the state’s director of strategic plans and operations.
During the ceremony, Strub thanked outgoing deputy adjutant general for Air Brigadier General Erik Peterson for his years of leadership and service. Peterson expressed confidence in Van Roo and praised the dedication of Wisconsin’s Airmen.
Van Roo pledged his commitment to the men and women of the Wisconsin Air National Guard, emphasizing leadership, trust and readiness as the organization prepares to meet evolving missions and future challenges.
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