Two local members of the New York Air National Guard's 174th Attack Wing were promoted recently in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.

They include Kyle Nason from Canton, assigned to the wing's 174th Attack Wing Headquarters received a promotion September 8, 2023 to the rank of master sergeant; and Lucas Durant from Massena, and assigned to the wing's 174th Medical Group received a promotion August 29, 2023 to the rank of technical sergeant.

Air National Guard promotions are based on overall performance, attitude, leadership ability, and development potential.

These promotions additionally recognize the best qualified Airmen and attract and retain the highest caliber Citizen Airmen for careers in the New York Air National Guard and the 174th Attack Wing.

The 174th Attack Wing, located in Syracuse, N.Y., operates and supports the MQ-9 Reaper Remotely Piloted Aircraft both locally and globally.

The wing provides qualified Airmen and weapon systems for joint global air, space and cyberspace operations, in support of homeland defense, and to aid civil authorities at the direction of the governor of New York State.

For more information about the New York Air National Guard, visit www.dmna.ny.gov or www.goang.com.