After the 11 September 2001 , attack , the 170th FS increased its capability by obtaining AN/AAQ -28 ( V ) LITENING targeting pods in October 2001 . Training with the new pod started immediately and included some internal personnel as some were trained on use of the pod as well as training from the Wisconsin ANG . The purpose of the training was to get ready for deployment in March 2002 for Operation Enduring Freedom
11 September 2001 , attack
September 11 attacks
183rd Fighter Wing